General information
The Institute for Chemistry and Biology of the Marine Environment (ICBM) of the University of Oldenburg (Germany) offers an international master programme M.Sc. Microbiology. The two-year course leads the students in English to the current research and practice in the field of marine and environmental microbiology.
The ICBM, in conjunction with other institutes in the greater region of Groningen, Emden, Oldenburg, and Bremen, offers a broad range of options in microbiology. Apart from the universities, a number of research institutes contribute to this programme, including the Max-Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology in Bremen, the Alfred Wegener Institute in Bremerhaven, as well as the Senckenberg Institute in Wilhelmshaven. Studying microbiology at the University of Oldenburg means:
- close proximity to current marine research programmes,
- exceptional opportunities for analytics, modelling, and molecular biology,
- study in a well supervised international group,
- undertaking small research projects,
- cooperation with research institutes in the region of Oldenburg, Wilhelmshaven, Bremen, and Groningen,
- access to doctoral programmes around the world,
- good opportunities for PhDs in the ICBM and in nearby research institutes.
In the first two semesters, the programme offers parallel core modules (24 credit points), enhanced practically oriented modules (24 credit points) as well as profile enhancing electives (12 credit points). In the third semester, students work on two research projects, which can also be carried out during a stay abroad. The elective is continued. The final master's thesis (30 credit points) demonstrates the capacity to work independently and scientifically on a distinct topic. The Microbiology Course consists of the following modules:
| Microbial Physiology and Diversity | 12 CP |
| Molecular Mechanisms and Interactions | 12 CP |
| Main Modules | 24 CP |
| Profile Modules | 18 CP |
| Research Projects | 24 CP |
| Masters thesis | 30 CP |
| Total credits | 120 CP (ECTS) |
Content
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Venue
Oldenburg, Germany
Institute for Chemistry and Biology of the Marine Environment
Carl-von-Ossietzky-Straße 9-11
PO box 2503, D-26111 Oldenburg
Application
Cost:
<p>There are no tuition fees, but all students need to pay a semester fee that is currently at <strong>€ 328.00 </strong>(TBC)</p>
Prerequisites:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in biology or related course of studies and specialist skills, with a grade of 1.51 to 3.50. English language skills.
Many more student than we can admit have applied for this program. Therefore, the competition is very high. Only complete sets of application and documentation are regarded.
This questionnaire will indicate if you meet the requirements of this master program.
Application Procedure:
This is an open admissions degree course. Application for the first semester is possible in both the winter and summer semesters. Applicants with German higher education entrance qualifications should apply online to Oldenburg University. International students must submit their application and documentation to uni-assist.de. What is needed from all applicants:
- Detailed explanation of your personal motivation for joining the Microbiology master program
- Personal and academic curriculum vitae (including address, phone number, e-mail address)
- Certification of a qualified Bachelor degree in biology or an equivalent program
- List of passed courses including contents, workload and marks
- Certification of English language knowlegde (if your mother language is not English, e.g. German Abiturzeugnis or TOEFL test with 550 [paper-based] or 215 [computer-based ] points)
- Application formsheet
Application deadline: 15 July (winter semester). For reasonable exceptional cases is the application for the summer semester accepted until 15 January. An application for a Fast Track programme is also accepted with the deadline for the winter semester being on the 1st of March.
Qualification
Assessment:
Module examinations can be of the following types: Written examination, Oral examination, Report, Term Paper, Specialized practical practice, Seminar work, Practical training report, Portfolio, Presentation, Protocol and other types of examination.
Qualification: Master of Science
Credits:
The Institute for Chemistry and Biology of the Marine Environment (ICBM) of the University of Oldenburg (Germany) offers an international master programme M.Sc. Microbiology. The two-year course leads the students in English to the current research and practice in the field of marine and environmental microbiology.
The ICBM, in conjunction with other institutes in the greater region of Groningen, Emden, Oldenburg, and Bremen, offers a broad range of options in microbiology. Apart from the universities, a number of research institutes contribute to this programme, including the Max-Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology in Bremen, the Alfred Wegener Institute in Bremerhaven, as well as the Senckenberg Institute in Wilhelmshaven. Studying microbiology at the University of Oldenburg means:
- close proximity to current marine research programmes,
- exceptional opportunities for analytics, modelling, and molecular biology,
- study in a well supervised international group,
- undertaking small research projects,
- cooperation with research institutes in the region of Oldenburg, Wilhelmshaven, Bremen, and Groningen,
- access to doctoral programmes around the world,
- good opportunities for PhDs in the ICBM and in nearby research institutes.
In the first two semesters, the programme offers parallel core modules (24 credit points), enhanced practically oriented modules (24 credit points) as well as profile enhancing electives (12 credit points). In the third semester, students work on two research projects, which can also be carried out during a stay abroad. The elective is continued. The final master's thesis (30 credit points) demonstrates the capacity to work independently and scientifically on a distinct topic. The Microbiology Course consists of the following modules:
| Microbial Physiology and Diversity | 12 CP |
| Molecular Mechanisms and Interactions | 12 CP |
| Main Modules | 24 CP |
| Profile Modules | 18 CP |
| Research Projects | 24 CP |
| Masters thesis | 30 CP |
| Total credits | 120 CP (ECTS) |
This is an open admissions degree course. Application for the first semester is possible in both the winter and summer semesters. Applicants with German higher education entrance qualifications should apply online to Oldenburg University. International students must submit their application and documentation to uni-assist.de. What is needed from all applicants:
- Detailed explanation of your personal motivation for joining the Microbiology master program
- Personal and academic curriculum vitae (including address, phone number, e-mail address)
- Certification of a qualified Bachelor degree in biology or an equivalent program
- List of passed courses including contents, workload and marks
- Certification of English language knowlegde (if your mother language is not English, e.g. German Abiturzeugnis or TOEFL test with 550 [paper-based] or 215 [computer-based ] points)
- Application formsheet
Application deadline: 15 July (winter semester). For reasonable exceptional cases is the application for the summer semester accepted until 15 January. An application for a Fast Track programme is also accepted with the deadline for the winter semester being on the 1st of March.
Module examinations can be of the following types: Written examination, Oral examination, Report, Term Paper, Specialized practical practice, Seminar work, Practical training report, Portfolio, Presentation, Protocol and other types of examination.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in biology or related course of studies and specialist skills, with a grade of 1.51 to 3.50. English language skills.
Many more student than we can admit have applied for this program. Therefore, the competition is very high. Only complete sets of application and documentation are regarded.
This questionnaire will indicate if you meet the requirements of this master program.
