Biomedical Sciences (MSc) Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg

The programme takes a practical approach to the key areas of modern biomedicine, with all courses taught in English. The students are enabled to work in the field of biomedical research, validate the results in clinical studies, and support the approval of medical products. In order to deepen these skills in both basic research and the approval of medical products, students choose between a research-oriented focus or a focus on clinical approval.

Our goal is to equip students with a solid, advanced theoretical background in biomedicine, complemented by hands-on experience with the latest biological methods. In addition, we place great emphasis on developing analytical, decision-making and social skills.

The programme thus qualifies students for further professional qualifications in the context of a doctorate or for a career in companies in the field of clinical approval, clinical research or diagnostics. Graduates will be well-prepared for careers at both national and international companies as well as public institutions focused on biology and biomedicine. The programme also provides an excellent foundation for those interested in pursuing an academic path.

Graduation requires 72 class hours including 18 hours of elective courses and 28 hours of practical laboratory courses. Courses focus on applied clinical research, pharmacology/toxicology, pathophysiology, immunology, neurobiology, clinical chemistry, medical proteomics, personalised medicine and human genetics. The elective courses cover special topics like microbiology, virology, molecular biology, physiology, human biology, biophysics, bioinformatics and chemistry.

The Master's thesis offers the opportunity to apply the acquired knowledge in an industrial or academic setting.

For applicants with a visa requirement and a Bachelor's degree from abroad who do not yet have a visa for Germany, applications can be submitted from 15 January to 1 March for the winter semester of the respective year exclusively via uni-assist.

For German applicants, for applicants who do not require a visa, or for those who already hold a visa for Germany (with a Bachelor’s degree from Germany or abroad), applications can be submitted via the Apollo application portal from 15 January to 15 July

Students must provide evidence of the following:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in biological sciences, grade at least 2.5 ("good")
• Proof of courses equivalent to 6 ECTS in the following topics: molecular biology/genetics, immunology, human biology, developmental biology and physiology
• Proficiency in English

International applicants from non-EU/non-EEA countries additionally have to pass a study-related aptitude test. Applicants who fulfil all the above access requirements will be invited to take this online test.

Each application will be examined by the admissions committee.

https://www.h-brs.de/en/fees

Living costs are estimated to be approximately 992 EUR per month. This includes accommodation, food, living expenses, semester contribution, health insurance and social life. Of course, the actual costs depend on your individual circumstances.

https://www.daad.de/en/studying-in-germany/living-in-germany/finances/

Many companies in the vicinity of Rheinbach, Bonn and Cologne offer student jobs. A limited number of jobs are also available at the university.

https://www.h-brs.de/en/scholarships_and_funding_programmes

Yes

Student accommodation is available both in Rheinbach and in the nearby city of Bonn. It is recommended that students apply as early as possible.

https://www.h-brs.de/en/accommodation-international-students

https://www.studierendenwerk-bonn.de/en/accommodation/