Biotechnology (M.Sc.)
Department of Applied Biosciences and Process Engineering
Content
- Expansion and deepening of mathematics and natural science knowledge (special genetic engineering processes, special biochemistry, special microbiological processes and research methods, proteomics, etc.)
- Expansion of technological knowledge (protein biotechnology, energy biotechnology, tissue engineering, etc.)
- Deepening and generalizing of topics related to many different technologies (bioreactor modelling, process modelling and simulation, agitator technology, computational fluid dynamics, etc.)
Degree
Master of Science
Department
Applied Biosciences and Process Engineering
Location
Köthen
Duration
3 semesters
Program Start
winter semester or summer semester
Sem Contribution
96 euros
Study type
Full-Time Program, Dual Study Option
Language
German
Credits
90
Accreditation
accredited until 31.03.2029
Application period
International Uni Assist28.02. – 01.09. (winter)
15.09. – 01.03. (summer)
15.01. – 01.09. (winter)
15.09. – 01.03. (summer)
Course content and objectives
The master’s program in Biotechnology conveys extensive knowledge and skills related to researching, developing, and modelling biotechnological and genetic engineering processes. The program builds on knowledge gained in the bachelor’s program to deepen mathematical, natural scientific, and technical aspects. Students expand their knowledge of scientific analysis of biotechnological and genetic engineering processes and are able to model and describe these processes. As is typical at Anhalt University, practical application is in the focus: Students work on three projects derived from research topics. They thereby explore the entire spectrum of methods for complex research projects.
The master’s degree in Biotechnology enables students to carry out far-reaching microbiological and genetic engineering work. Graduates have expertise in researching biotechnological processes and developing corresponding procedures. They can conceptualize and operate the equipment necessary for doing so. With this knowledge and these skills, they have excellent chances for finding employment in challenging fields of research and work. This could include scientific institutes but also research institutions or businesses in the industries of biotechnology, pharmaceutical technology, or in the agricultural or food industries. Students who want to go into even more scientific depth can work on a doctorate after completing the master’s degree.
Requirements
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University degree
A completed university degree in Biotechnology or comparable degree programms with a normal program length of at least 7 semesters (210 ECTS) is required.
Applicants with a Bachelor's degree of less than 210 ECTS, are required to take extra modules of up to 30 ECTS.
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Language skills
- TestDAF Niveaustufe 4xTDN4
- DSH2
- or another acceptable German language certificate
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Aptitude test procedure
1. first university degree:
- overall grades up to 2.5 (German grading scale) can be admitted
- overall grades lower than 2.5 (German grading scale) go into the selection process
2. further criteria:
- if necessary an admission interview
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Dual degree option
This program is also offered as a dual degree program.
A program-related work or traineeship contract is required.
Program-specific questions
Organizational questions
General Questions
(not program-specific)Notes
- Research-oriented master's degree program
- Aptitude interview
Missed the application deadline? No problem! Please contact the academic consultant directly (contact data "technical questions").
Regulations and Conditions
Biotechnologie - Master - Studien- und Prüfungsordnung - 2022
Biotechnologie - Master - dual - Studien- und Prüfungsordnung - Ergänzungssatzung - 2022
Biotechnology (Master's degree, full-time, cooperative)
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What is Biotechnology?
Biotechnology involves the utilization of the metabolic capabilities of naturally occurring or genetically modified microorganisms (bacteria, yeasts, etc.) and cells (plant and animal) to obtain specific products which are of a marketable quality and scale.
In addition to the organisms, the focus is primarily on the technical realization of the metabolic processes in bioreactors and biotechnical plants. This focus distinguishes degree programs in biotechnology from those in biology!
For this reason, companies specifically look for biotechnologists and prefer hiring them.
The master's degree program builds on the bachelor's degree program in Biotechnology. Students will deepen and extend their previously acquired knowledge.
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What does the degree program entail?
The program intensifies and broadens the knowledge acquired in the bachelor's degree program in three areas:
mathematical and scientific knowledge
technological knowledge
cross-technology knowledge.
The master's degree program focuses more on project-based knowledge transfer than traditional knowledge transfer. During the degree program, students are required to work each semester in small groups on a project based on current research topics of the department. Students will acquire teamwork skills and leadership qualities in these group projects.
The master's degree program has therefore been accredited as research oriented.
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What are my career opportunities?
Highly qualified specialists have particularly good career prospects in biotechnology, in pharmaceutical biotechnology, in biomedicine and in the agricultural and food sector.
Due to the research orientation of the master's degree program, careers in research and development in large companies or institutes, as well as in research management, are possible.
The master's degree program enables students to take on management positions in the above-mentioned areas and also entitles them to continue their academic career with a doctorate.
Careers in the German higher public service in public authorities are possible.
The right preparation
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Recognition of coursework from a first degree prog
Previous academic achievements from a first degree program and/or after a change of degree program or university or following studies abroad, and thus achievements which were completed at another university, may be credited on application post enrollment.
The Examinations Committee of the Department is responsible for this in coordination with the respective degree program advisor / lecturers.
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Important knowledge acquired during the bachelor's
For a successful master's degree program, the following requirements are desirable:
Basic scientific knowledge, especially in microbiology, molecular genetics and genetic engineering, cell culture technology, biochemistry, and enzymology.
Basic knowledge in engineering and bioprocess engineering as well as bioapparatus engineering.
Basic knowledge of bioanalysis and instrumental analysis.
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Important information for career changers
Individual adaptation and bridging semesters are offered for career changers from other life sciences programs (such as Pharmaceutical Engineering, Food Technology, Agriculture, etc.).
The degree program advisor assesses applications and advises students about their knowledge deficits related to the master's degree program in Biotechnology. Based on this discussion, the advisor and student determine required modules from the bachelor's degree and how they will be scheduled.
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University Information Day
In June of each year, the Köthen Campus hosts University Information Day.
Anyone interested in studying at Anhalt University is invited to get to know the University, our lecturers and students, as well as our degree programs. You can get a personal impression of our facilities and the campus and receive individual advise.The date of the next University Information Day in Köthen as well as at Dessau Campus and Bernburg Campus can be found here.
Program sequence & program contents
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1st semester
Höhere Mathematik
Lectures and practical coursesIndustrial Marketing
Lectures and practical coursesSpezielle Biochemie von Pflanzen und Mikroorganismen
Lectures and lab/pool classesSpezielle gentechnische Verfahren
Practical coursesProjektarbeit I
The project can either be a research paper (theoretical) or a lab project (practical).Wahlpflichtmodul I
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2nd semester
Rührtechnik
Lectures and practical coursesBiotechnologie phototropher Organismen
Lectures and lab/pool classesEnergiebiotechnologie
Lectures and lab/pool classesBioreaktormodellierung
Practical coursesProjektarbeit II
The project can either be a research paper (theoretical) or a lab project (practical).Wahlpflichtmodul II
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3rd semester
Proteinbiotechnologie
Practical coursesKohlenhydrat- und Lipid-Biotechnologie
Lectures and lab/pool classesBioprozessautomatisierung
Practical coursesProzessmodellierung und Simulation
Lectures, practical courses, and lab/pool classesProjektarbeit III
The project can either be a research paper (theoretical) or a lab project (practical).Wahlpflichtmodul III
See the module description handbooks for more information about the compulsory and elective modules.
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Are there application deadlines to adhere to?
To ensure that nothing stands in the way of your studies, it is important to adhere to the application deadlines. Under the following link https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/study/paths-to-university/academic-calendar.html you will find all application deadlines at a glance.
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Can I check the status of my application in the online portal?
Yes! You can always view the status of your application on the SSC Applicant Portal
https://sscportal.ssc.hs-anhalt.de
For login please enter your username and password.
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How can I change a degree program internally at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences?
You are already enrolled at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences and want to transfer to another degree program from our range of courses? Then please note the following information:
A transfer to a degree program without admission restrictions must be applied for at the Student Services within the deadline for re-registration (by 15.03. or 15.09.).
A transfer to a restricted-admission program is made via the regular admission requirements. In this case an application must be submitted via SSC portal before the respective application deadline. Students of Anhalt University of Applied Sciences who have previously applied via uni-assist, please additionally upload the uni-assist test report.Further information can be found here.
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How can I check if my bachelor’s degree matches the master’s degree I am pursuing?
Basic information can be found in the degree program regulations. Further information can only be provided by the study advisors of the study programs https://www.hs-anhalt.de/en/university/service/rules.html
Explanations and contact information can be found on the pages of the study program https://www.hs-anhalt.de/nc/en/study/orientation/study-guide.html
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How long does the application process take?
The question about the duration of an application process cannot be answered in a general way. First, your documents are checked for completeness. If your application is first checked by uni-assist, it may take some time until we receive your application. This always depends on the volume of applications.
If all documents are complete, you will promptly receive an offer of admission for open-admission programs (usually Bachelor). For courses of study with restricted admission, the department first conducts an aptitude test. Here, too, everything depends on the number of applications.
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How to apply?
Information on the application process can be found at: https://www.hs-anhalt.de/studieren/wege-ins-studium/online-bewerbung.html Use the following link to our Online-Application-Portal: https://sscportal.ssc.hs-anhalt.de Here you can apply easily and simply for the study program of your choice in compliance with the applicable deadlines. We appreciate your interest and your application!
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How to apply?
Information on the application process can be found at: https://www.hs-anhalt.de/studieren/wege-ins-studium/online-bewerbung.html Use the following link to our Online-Application-Portal: https://sscportal.ssc.hs-anhalt.de Here you can apply easily and simply for the study program of your choice in compliance with the applicable deadlines. We appreciate your interest and your application!
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I am a foreign citizen and have obtained a bachelor's degree in Germany. Am I therefore an educational resident (Bildungsinländer) - a foreign national who gained higher education entrance qualification in Germany?
No, educational residents are foreign citizens who have attended a German school or university or the Studienkolleg in Germany or abroad and have acquired the higher education entrance qualification for Germany through their graduation.
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If I have questions about a degree programm, who can I ask?
If you have general questions, the Student Advising Service can help. Please use our contact form.
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Is there a semester ticket for bus and tram (local public transport)?
There is no semester ticket for local public transport at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences. Deutsche Bahn and Mitteldeutsche Verkehrsverbund GmbH (MDV) offer various ticket options for frequent travelers.
Deutsche Bahn: https://www.bahn.com/en/view/offers/index.shtml
MDV: https://www.mdv.de/ticket/wochenkarte-fuer-fahrten-zwischen-riesa-oschatz/?lang=en -
What admission requirements do I need for a cooperative degree program?
In addition, a contract with a cooperating company of the university is required. Support in finding a cooperating company is provided by the WZA or the responsible degree prorgam advisor or degree program coordinator.
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What are restricted admission programs?
An NC procedure is carried out in accordance with the requirements of higher education law. For study programs with restricted admission the number of study places is determined on the basis of existing teaching capacities.
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What documents are necessary for the application?
For an application you need your diploma (school/college), if necessary a language certificate, a copy of the identity card/passport. Additional documents may be required. Information on this can be found on the overview pages of the respective study program or at uni-assist/in the SSC applicant portal.
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What makes the Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, with its three locations, so special?
The Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, with its three locations in Bernburg, Dessau and Köthen, is not only connected as a university but also in its diversity of the academic education. At the "green" location in Bernburg, the focus is not only on nature and life, but also on economic aspects. The "creative" location in Dessau combines design, architecture and the construction and measurement of living space. Köthen, on the other hand, is the classic modern "engineering" location. By the way, the administrative heart of the Anhalt University of Applied Sciences also beats here.
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What means studying a second degree?
After completing a first academic degree (eg. bachelor’s degree program, Magister, Staatsexamen, diploma), you can pursue a further course of study (second degree) at the same level.
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Whom to contact regarding BAföG?
Please contact the Studentenwerk with any questions regarding BAföG.