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Universität Duisburg-Essen
Bachelor German + English Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Molecular biology

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Universität Duisburg-Essen Essen · North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Program

The Molecular Biology program started in the winter semester 2019/20 at the Faculty of Biology. The goal of this interdisciplinary education is to understand the molecular mechanisms of biological processes in high resolution and to learn the principles and processes of scientific knowledge acquisition in this field. These biological processes include the healthy wild type, the pathologically deregulated, and the organism treated with active substances. The program covers understanding of the four macromolecule classes (DNA, proteins, lipids, and sugars), their synthesis, assembly, modification, and degradation, their interactions, and the consequences of these interactions. It also includes subcellular structures and compartments, signal transduction, and metabolic processes including their natural regulation and the consequences of pathological deregulation. The third level concerns the physiology of healthy and diseased model organisms. Additionally, subject-related basic knowledge of chemistry, mathematics, and physics, as well as philosophy and ethics are taught.
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The Molecular Biology program started in the winter semester 2019/20 at the Faculty of Biology. The goal of this interdisciplinary education is to understand the molecular mechanisms of biological processes in high resolution and to learn the principles and processes of scientific knowledge acquisition in this field. These biological processes include the healthy wild type, the pathologically deregulated, and the organism treated with active substances. The program covers understanding of the four macromolecule classes (DNA, proteins, lipids, and sugars), their synthesis, assembly, modification, and degradation, their interactions, and the consequences of these interactions. It also includes subcellular structures and compartments, signal transduction, and metabolic processes including their natural regulation and the consequences of pathological deregulation. The third level concerns the physiology of healthy and diseased model organisms. Additionally, subject-related basic knowledge of chemistry, mathematics, and physics, as well as philosophy and ethics are taught.

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How do I apply to Molecular biology at Universität Duisburg-Essen?

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 Molecular biology at Universität Duisburg-Essen

Is Molecular biology at Universität Duisburg-Essen taught in German or English? ▼

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

How much does the Molecular biology 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 Molecular biology at Universität Duisburg-Essen? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + 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 Molecular biology? ▼

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 Universität Duisburg-Essen — 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.

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