M.Sc. 4 Semesters

Biochemie

Universität Leipzig Leipzig, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.Sc.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2028

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Intake

Winter and Summer

German Requirement

German-taught programmes require DSH-2 or an equivalent from the exclusive accepted list:...

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Universität Leipzig

Universitäten · Sachsen

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

semester fee:: 0 EUR tuition; approx. 250 EUR/semester contribution (Sachsen public university)

Non-EU / International

tuition:: 0 EUR tuition; approx. 250 EUR/semester contribution (Sachsen public university)

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Universität Leipzig, an Universitäten in Leipzig, Germany offers an M.Sc. in Biochemie, spanning 4 semesters (120 ECTS credits). The programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

No central university-wide English requirement: for English-taught programmes applicants must prove the English skills set by the responsible institute / programme (check the programme's own pages or faculty advisers)

German Language

German-taught programmes require DSH-2 or an equivalent from the exclusive accepted list: TestDaF TDN4 in all categories, DSD II, Goethe-Zertifikat C2 (GDS), Feststellungspruefung German component, interDaF C1 Level 2, OESD C2, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule, or German Abitur. For most programmes a B2-level certificate suffices at application time; full certificate needed at enrolment (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine require the full proof by end of the application period)

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Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

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Zugangsvoraussetzungen Fachspezifische Zugangsvoraussetzungen erster berufsqualifizierender Hochschulabschluss in einem Studiengang der Biochemie oder einem äqu
Dieser dient zum Nachweis der entsprechenden Zugangsvoraussetzungen
Inhalte Inhalte des Studiums Der Studiengang Master of Science Biochemie ist stark forschungsorientiert konzipiert

Additional Requirements

Das Vorliegen der genannten Voraussetzungen wird durch die Fakultät überprüft, die hierüber einen Bescheid erlässt

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Leipzig

Subject Groups

Natural Sciences

Study Fields

Biochemie

Study Forms

Präsenzstudiengang Teilzeit Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Universität Leipzig welcomes international applicants for its M.Sc. in Biochemie in Leipzig. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 120 ECTS credits.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

You can apply via uni-assist or directly through the university's admissions portal. GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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