Applied Biotechnology Ansbach University of Applied Sciences
- Degree
- Master's
- Language of instruction
- English
- International support
- Buddy programme Welcome event
First impressions
- Location
Ansbach
- Intake
Winter semester
- Duration
3 semesters
- Study structure
Full-time
- Mode of study
Fully on-site
- Tuition fees per semester
Varied
- Application deadline
30 April to 31 May
General information
About the course
Degree
Master of Science
Course location
Ansbach
Language of instruction
English
Languages
Courses are held in English (100%).
Description
The Applied Biotechnology Master's programme combines profound knowledge of methods and professional expertise from biotechnology with skills in the areas of data analysis as well as research and quality management. Each semester classes of 30 ECTS are to be taken. The study programme is international and covers the following topics:
- bioprocess engineering and protein purification
- cell biology
- food production
- analytics
- statistics
- quality and research management
- bioeconomy and technology assessment
Depending on your personal interests, three elective courses from the complete study programme of the university (i.e. business, engineering, natural sciences) supplement the curriculum in the summer semester. German language classes can be taken as an elective module. The Master's thesis completes your studies in the third semester.
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Duration
3 semesters
Intake
Winter semester
Mode of study
Fully on-site
Application deadline
30 April to 31 May
Tuition fees per semester
Varied
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Further details
A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
- Language training provided
- Training in intercultural skills
- Projects with partners in Germany and abroad
Course-specific, integrated German language courses
Yes
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
Yes
Costs & requirements
Costs
Tuition fees per semester
Varied
Semester contribution
72 EUR per semester
Requirements
Academic admission requirements
A university degree or an equivalent degree with professional qualification is required. The course has to be related in terms of subject-specific content to the Applied Biotechnology Master's programme. The following courses are considered to be content-related: biotechnology, biology with a basic process engineering expertise, chemistry with focus on molecular biology or microbiology AND basic process engineering knowledge, bioprocess engineering, bioeconomy with proven expertise and laboratory skills, and related curricula.
Language requirements
Applicants have to prove sufficient knowledge of the English language and some basic knowledge of German.
As all classes are taught in English, fluency in this language is absolutely necessary and proof of level B2 is required. (Native English speakers are exempt from providing proof.)
The following certificates are accepted:
- TOEFL score 85 or higher
- University Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) Grade C
- TOEIC listening/reading level 785, speaking level 160, writing level 150
- IELTS 6.5 or higher
- A grade of at least "good" in the technical English module or a comparable English module from a previous degree
If German is not your native language, proof of sufficient knowledge of the German language must also be provided.
The following certificates are accepted:
- Deutsches Sprachdiplom DSD, Stufe 1 (Stufe GER A2/B1)
- Goethe-Institut, Zertifikat der Niveaustufe A2
- Test DaF, Niveaustufe TDN 3/4
- DSH certificate, DSH-1
Application deadline
30 April to 31 May
Submit application
https://www3.primuss.de/cgi-bin/bew_anmeldung/index.pl?FH=fhan
Financing information
Funding opportunities within the institution
No
Additional support
Accommodation
You can find valuable information on finding accommodation on our website: https://www.hs-ansbach.de/en/service/living-in-ansbach/.
Choose the option "Halls of residence" to find the student residences located in Ansbach including links for application.
Choose the option "Private placement of flats" to see current flats available from private lessors.
Career advisory services
Support for international students and doctoral candidates
- Buddy programme
- Welcome event
Contact
Ansbach University of Applied Sciences
Faculty of Engineering
Prof Dr-Ing Anke Knoblauch
Residenzstraße 8
91522 Ansbach
Tel.: +49 9814877298
Prof Dr Sibylle Gaisser
Tel.: +49 9814877304