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English
Language of Instruction
Apr
Available Intake(s)
To lay the foundation for molecular disease research, Medical Life Sciences provides knowledge in human biology, pathology and systems biology. Genomic diagnostics, bioinformatics, medical statistics, molecular biology, clinical cell biology and human genetics make the interfaces between medicine and the sciences visible. Please note that you need bioinformatics, statistics and maths for everything you do in molecular disease research. Sound foundations in maths and statistics are essential. Evolutionary Medicine investigates how interrelations between humans and their environment have led to current disease susceptibility. Why do we suffer from chronic diseases? Why are certain genetic variants maintained in populations despite their disease risk? Inflammation takes you into the molecular mechanisms of chronic inflammatory diseases, the causal network between inflammatory processes and disease, genetics and environment. Oncology leads you into molecular research of malignant diseases, the interplay of genetics and environment, cell biology of tumours and many other aspects. Experts in their fields guide you through lectures and seminars. Lab practicals and project work as well as the Master's thesis provide opportunities to be involved in research projects. Genomic diagnostics, bioinformatics and medical statistics revolve around programming to analyse big data. You choose electives that complement your focus area. Tracing Disease through Time looks at disease aetiology by analysing biomolecules, diets and pathogens in archaeological specimens. Imaging in medical research is also on the menu. MolOcular provides insights into disease mechanisms at a molecular level, focusing on the eye. Molecular Diagnostics, Tissue Engineering, Neurosciences, Epithelial Barrier Functions, Cardiovascular Epidemiology explore the interface between medicine and the sciences. Soft skills such as project management, career orientation and English scientific writing are integrated into the curriculum to prepare you for working life.
For an overview of courses, examinations and credit points, check the information pages about the modules. First semester (summer semester): lectures in molecular biology, human biology, pathology, clinical manifestations of diseases, medical statistics, immunology, systems biology seminars in career orientation tutorials in medical statistics, molecular biology, systems biology practicals in human biology, molecular biology, clinical manifestations of diseases career day with guest speakers / alumni of MedLife to learn more about biomedical job perspectives, application training Second semester (winter semester): lectures in molecular pathology, bioinformatics, focus areas (inflammation / oncology / evolutionary medicine) and electives (tracing disease / imaging/MolOcular) seminars in genomic diagnostics, bioinformatics, English scientific writing, project management, focus areas and electives tutorials in bioinformatics lab practicals in genomic diagnostics, inflammation / oncology / evolutionary medicine Third semester (summer semester): lectures in your elective (tracing disease / imaging / MolOcular), human genetics, scientific studies and biobanking seminars in electives, English scientific writing, focus areas, scientific studies and biobanking lab project in focus areas seminars and "New Technologies in Biomedical Research" video workshop Fourth semester (winter semester): Master's thesis (no curricular classes scheduled, the entire fourth semester is reserved for working on the thesis) and Master's thesis presentation | International guest lecturers Projects with partners in Germany and abroad | Lab practicals (molecular lab methods, bioinformatics and statistical analyses) are part of the curriculum. You will choose your lab group yourself and organise the project topic. The Master's thesis is based on lab work and bioinformatics. Large parts of the thesis period (six months) are spent in a research group of your choice that is connected to your focus area. If you are especially interested in computational analyses of lab results, your Master's thesis could focus on this field as well. | German language courses: No | English language courses: Yes
Not published for this programme. We confirm the accepted tests and minimum scores with the university before you apply.
As of Sep 7, 2026, verify on the university’s site.
The application period starts in late May, nearly one year before the summer semester you are applying for. Check https://www.medlife.uni-kiel.de/en. Application dates are published in early May. Before you apply, inform yourself thoroughly about the programme, requirements and ability assessment procedures. Incorrect applications cannot be considered. | Please find more details on this website.
Please apply via e-mail.
No minimum language level required
Tuition Fee
No tuition fee
This university charges no tuition fee. A compulsory semester contribution (administration, student services and usually a local transport pass) is normally still payable and is not included here.
Looking for living expenses, accommodation, scholarships, placements, or campus facilities? See the university page.
An enrolment fee ("Einschreibgebühr") of 55 EUR is charged for the first enrolment at Kiel University. A semester contribution ("Semesterbeitrag") currently amounting to 403 EUR must be paid each semester. This covers administration fees ("Verwaltungskostenbeitrag"), free public transport ("bundesweites Semesterticket") for trains and buses, reduced lunch prices, a culture ticket and other benefits for students.
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Please find information on accommodation in Kiel on the following website: https://www.international.uni-kiel.de/en/incomings/planning-arrival-and-stay/accomodation.
The monthly costs of living in Germany are currently at least 992 EUR per month. Please note that when applying for a visa (from countries requiring a visa) and also later in Germany when extending a residence permit, financial means in the amount of the living costs for one year (11,904 EUR) must be proven. More information can be found here: www.international.uni-kiel.de/en/incomings/planning-arrival-and-stay/visa.
To get an idea of where to apply for dorm rooms, check the Medical Life Sciences website section on Moving to Kiel. This information is neither exclusive nor complete but is intended to give you some guidance.
No minimum language level required
None
Yes
This university has not published its own document list, so this is what a student going to Germany is generally asked for. Confirm the exact list with the university.
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Merit- and need-based awards toward the EUR 25,000 tuition fee
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Students from all over the world study Medical Life Sciences, so you will study in an international group of students whose common language is English. Professors and lecturers come from various parts of Germany, Europe and the world. Guest lectures by international scientists, offered in many research groups and projects, can be attended by students. The research collaborations of the teaching faculty members are international.
Welcome event Visa matters
Studies and Career introduces you to different career paths in academia and the industry and discusses opportunities, necessary skills and ways to acquire them. Project Management with guest lecturers from various institutions and companies familiarises you with aspects of project preparation, management and practical organisation of a project. The career day is filled with hands-on application training to provide you with the tools for the job hunt after graduation.
We try to be as helpful as possible and provide successful applicants with accommodation advice, travel information and general advice early on. However, timely organisation of moving to Kiel is the student's obligation. We cannot remedy late visa applications at embassies that make arrival in time impossible. Check visa processing times at the website of the respective German embassy before you apply for Medical Life Sciences!
National Merit Foundation
Funding
Full tuition waiver
For students admitted to an accredited university program, based on financial need and merit.
Il servizio di scambio accademico tedesco (DAAD)
Funding
EUR Research Stays, Scholarships, and Master's Programs
Students from pontifical universities.
Medical Life Sciences is a Master program in Biochemistry offered by Kiel University in Kiel, Germany.
Minimum qualification required: Bachelor's degree in a life science such as biology, molecular biology, molecular medicine, biochemistry, molecular biotechnology or biological sciences sound documented molecular biology knowledge, first-hand experience in molecular research labs, good lab skills very good English skills, in particular in spoken communication (CEFR level at least C1) good mathematical and statistical skills informatics knowledge is advantageous documented Bachelor's degree-level knowledge of vertebrate physiology.
English proficiency test requirements vary -- a GCQ360 counsellor can confirm the exact score needed for this program.
No, this program does not require a GRE or GMAT score for admission.
Available intakes include: .
This specific program does not list a dedicated scholarship, but GCQ360 can help you explore other funding and scholarship options at Kiel University.
This program is offered in Full-time mode, taught in English at the Kiel campus.
This program has no minimum work experience requirement. No thesis is required to graduate.
Yes -- a GCQ360 counsellor can guide you through eligibility checks, documentation, and the application process for Medical Life Sciences at Kiel University, Kiel, Germany.
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