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Biotechnology Ernst Abbe University, Jena

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Degree
Bachelor of Engineering
Standard period of study (amount)
6 semesters
Location
Jena

Overview and admission

Study Type

undergraduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Area of study

Biotechnology

Focus

Bioprocess Control Technology, Biomaterials / Materials, Technical Microbiology / Organic Products, Process Analysis, Biochemistry, Bio-Process Engineering / Fermentation Technology, Genetic Engineering, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Cell Culture Technology

Annotation

Biotechnology is one of the key sectors of the 21st century with great growth potential and diverse professional development opportunities. The interdisciplinary graduates of the Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology can take on tasks such as the biotechnological production of pharmaceuticals, biofuels and food, support environmental biotechnological processes and work with biosensors and bio-instruments. Are you still undecided about your choice of degree programme? Our Engineering orientation year for technical degree courses is designed specifically to help technology enthusiasts decide on the right degree course. Find out more at: https://www.eah-jena.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/orientierungsjahr-ingenieurwissenschaften

Admission modus

Without admission restriction

More information regarding admission requirements

Admission requirements

Entrance qualification for general OR subject-restricted higher education OR higher education at a university of applied sciences Prospective students should have a strong interest in the natural sciences, especially biology and chemistry, and a high degree of enthusiasm for technical issues. The choice of a science profile in the baccalaureate level is recommended. Good previous knowledge of the English language facilitates the reception of textbooks and specialised publications. A positive attitude towards numbers and equations is essential for understanding, especially the engineering aspects of the course.

Lecture period

  • 12.10.2026 - 06.02.2027
  • 01.04.2024 - 13.07.2024

Application deadlines

Winter semester (2026/2027)

  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

    15.05.2026 - 30.09.2026
    May vary for specific courses.
  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

    15.05.2026 - 30.09.2026
    If you have any questions regarding admission, please contact: international(at)eah-jena.de
  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

    15.05.2026 - 30.09.2026
    If you have any questions regarding admission, please contact: international(at)eah-jena.de
  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

    15.05.2026 - 30.09.2026
    Application: online Enrolment: by post

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Languages of instruction

Main language

German

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