Industrial Biotechnology Fulda University of Applied Sciences

The modules of the degree programme are offered in English and German. When you apply for the Industrial Biotechnology BSc in the application portal, your language skills will be checked, which will determine whether you study only in German (with a C1 certificate or German university entrance qualification), only in English (with a B2 certificate), or will have a free choice to study in either language (both language certificates required).

Industrial biotechnology is a key technology that will be essential to solving global nutritional challenges in the future. In the food industry, biotechnology contributes to the development of speciality products, such as lactose-free foods, to meet the nutritional needs of specific consumer groups. In medicine and pharmacy, it also enables the development and production of innovative vaccines, which are crucial in the fight against infectious diseases and pandemics. Studying biotechnology equips you with the knowledge and skills to develop sustainable and innovative solutions in these dynamic and important areas.

In addition to covering the fundamentals of natural sciences and engineering, the broad-based university degree programme at Fulda University of Applied Sciences focuses on bioprocess engineering, cell culture technology, applied microbiology, and molecular biology. Specialisations such as pharmaceutical biotechnology, environmental biotechnology, or bioinformatics are freely available for selection.

The application deadline is 15 July each academic year.

Get to know us and the Industrial Biotechnology programme in our online information sessions, which are posted on our website.

Would you like more information, do you have questions, or do you just want to get to know us? Then take part in our online info session and talk to our students.

In the first two semesters of the study programme, the general fundamentals of engineering (e.g. mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology), management, and scientific methods will be taught. From the second semester onwards, more biotechnology-related modules begin, such as cell biology, molecular biology, and genetic engineering. Please note that you must complete a basic eight-week internship by the beginning of the fourth semester.

As the study programme progresses, students will undertake specific tasks in specialised courses, such as thermal and mechanical process engineering, hygiene and quality requirements, law, etc. After the sixth semester, the study programme concludes with an internship followed by the Bachelor's thesis. As a rule, the programme ends after seven semesters with the conferment of the Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree.

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Language training is provided by the university.
You can take part in any language course you choose.

Study periods abroad are not mandatory but are possible through the Erasmus+, Overseas, EUDRES, and Free Mover programmes.

Yes, an internship is integrated into the seventh semester.

Also, before the fourth semester begins, students must complete an industrial internship (minimum of eight weeks).

No tuition fees

A semester contribution of around 360 EUR is charged to cover the cost of student services, the student government, and an administrative fee as well as the "Deutschland semester ticket" (a student bus and rail pass for local and regional public transport all over Germany).

Approx. 900 to 950 EUR per month, including food, rent and health insurance (approx. 120 EUR per month), depending on one's living standard

In order to be eligible for admission to this Bachelor's degree programme at Fulda University, you must have the following:

1. A university entrance qualification ("Hochschulzugangsberechtigung", "HZB") for German universities
2. English language skills or German language skills (see below)

English language skills (B2) or German language skills (C1)

The application deadline is 15 July each academic year.

International students can apply for the Deutschlandstipendium scholarship, which amounts to 300 EUR/month and is usually granted for 12 months. Prerequisites for this scholarship are good grades and/or extra-curricular activities.

From tutoring jobs and student assistantships at Fulda University to typical student jobs in restaurants, shops, and many other industries in the city of Fulda and its surrounding area, there is a wide range of job opportunities available. Please note that proficiency in German significantly increases employability.

The International Office offers an accommodation service for international students coming directly from abroad. The cost of accommodation amounts to approx. 400 to 500 EUR per month. There are excellent, newly built student residences within walking distance of the university.

For more information on housing, see: https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/ueber-fulda/reside-in-fulda.

• We organise a networking event once a year, which is attended by a number of companies that meet with students to discuss opportunities for internships and jobs.
• At our Department of Food Technology, we also offer a career buddy service.

We offer an orientation week for our international students: https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/international/international-office/ways-to-fulda/service/orientation-week.

Fulda University of Applied Sciences is a practice-oriented university with an international profile and a strong focus on applied research. Fulda University is the first university of applied sciences in Germany with the independent right to confer doctoral degrees. Founded in 1974, the university currently encompasses eight departments with over 60 study programmes and approx. 9,000 students, including over 2,230 international students from more than 90 countries. The university offers a broad spectrum of academic and professional education. Numerous research and development projects are undertaken in cooperation with private business and industry. Fulda University cooperates with more than 100 universities around the world. The number of international programmes is growing continuously. These programmes are partly or entirely taught in English.
At the Bachelor's level, we currently offer six international Bachelor's programmes: Industrial Biotechnology, Industrial Engineering Life Sciences, Social Sciences for Intercultural Relations, Food Technology, Global Health, and International Business & Management. At the Master's level, we offer six programmes: International Management; Intercultural Communication and European Studies; International Food Business and Consumer Studies; Global Software Development; Data Science; and Human Rights Studies in Politics, Law, and Society.

Further programmes designed for international students include the following:

1. Pre-College Fulda, a preparatory year for applicants with and without a higher education entrance qualification for Germany
2. Pre-Study Fulda, a preparatory semester for international applicants that includes German language training
3. Career service for international students and graduates
4. Preparatory intensive German courses
5. German courses (accompanying studies)
6. Support services, e.g. for housing and visa as well as a buddy programme and orientation week
7. International Summer University (ISU), International Winter University (IWU), International Course in Business (ICB), and International Course in Social Work (ICSW)

A historic city founded in 744, Fulda today has a population of 71,000 with approx. 100,000 people living in the region. Fulda's Baroque quarter is one of the most beautiful in Germany and attracts visitors from all over the world. The picturesque Old Town has many cafés, bars, and pubs, with numerous shops and boutiques. The city's cultural life has something to offer for everyone. The high quality of life makes Fulda a great place to live and an ideal place to study. Fulda enjoys ideal public transport connections. One of Europe's principal international airports, Frankfurt International, is just one hour away by car or direct train. Other major cities in Germany, like Berlin, Munich, Cologne, or Hamburg, are within easy reach and only two to three hours away by train. Even famous European capitals like Paris and Brussels are reachable within five hours by train.