Skip to content
Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen
Master English 🧪 Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Infection Biology and Control

Master

Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen 📍 Tübingen · Baden-Württemberg Location: Libreville (Gabon)

About the Program

Infection Biology aims to characterise the interaction between pathogens and their host in order to elucidate the mechanisms through which parasites, bacteria, viruses, and fungi invade their host and cause diseases. Infectious diseases contribute in great proportion to illnesses and death worldwide. Understanding how pathogens get access to their host, colonise and cause disease is an important step towards developing strategies for control. Sub-Saharan Africa has one of the highest burdens of infectious diseases world-wide. The Master’s programme in Infection Biology and Control is fully focused on the predominant causes of the infectious diseases burden in sub-Saharan African countries, e.g. major parasitic pathogens and emerging and re-emerging viruses with an added emphasis on translational aspects of infectious disease control in the Central African context. To successfully control infectious diseases, the underlying molecular, immunological, and epidemiological mechanisms first need to be better understood. The aim of this programme is to equip young students with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle biological and medical challenges. These include the timely identification of emerging drug resistance for many neglected parasites using novel tools in genomics, molecular biology such as the use of environmental DNA techniques for vector research and last but not least, urgent one-health-related research questions.
▶ Show the original English text
Infection Biology aims to characterise the interaction between pathogens and their host in order to elucidate the mechanisms through which parasites, bacteria, viruses, and fungi invade their host and cause diseases. Infectious diseases contribute in great proportion to illnesses and death worldwide. Understanding how pathogens get access to their host, colonise and cause disease is an important step towards developing strategies for control. Sub-Saharan Africa has one of the highest burdens of infectious diseases world-wide. The Master’s programme in Infection Biology and Control is fully focused on the predominant causes of the infectious diseases burden in sub-Saharan African countries, e.g. major parasitic pathogens and emerging and re-emerging viruses with an added emphasis on translational aspects of infectious disease control in the Central African context. To successfully control infectious diseases, the underlying molecular, immunological, and epidemiological mechanisms first need to be better understood. The aim of this programme is to equip young students with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle biological and medical challenges. These include the timely identification of emerging drug resistance for many neglected parasites using novel tools in genomics, molecular biology such as the use of environmental DNA techniques for vector research and last but not least, urgent one-health-related research questions.

💼 Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

Related profession searches from Bundesagentur für Arbeit (BERUFENET) data:

🔎 See Mathematics & Natural Sciences professions "Biochemistry"
Explore all professions →

Subjects / Topic Areas

Biochemistry

Similar Programs

Environmental Engineering

Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Product Isolation

Hochschule Biberach

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Mathematics international

Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Mathematics

Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Neurocognitive Psychology

Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics , M.Ed.

Technische Universität Berlin Institut für Technische Akustik

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

💡 How do I apply to Infection Biology and Control at Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Infection Biology and Control at Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen

Is Infection Biology and Control at Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Infection Biology and Control programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Infection Biology and Control at Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Infection Biology and Control? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

📬 Get the weekly Germany guide in your inbox

New blog posts, application deadlines, scholarship announcements. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Weekly Germany guide — 1–2 emails/week, no spam.

📬 Weekly Germany guide delivered to your inbox

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.