Molecular Medicine

The 18-month intensive and research-oriented Master's Programme Molecular Medicine builds on the basic foundations in Natural Sciences and Medicine gained in a Bachelor's programme or other equivalent degree and deepens students' knowledge and understanding of Molecular Medicine.
Within the first year of the Master's programme, lessons on the clinical aspects of Molecular Medicine as well as three laboratory courses (eight weeks each) take place. Further compulsory modules cover special aspects of Molecular Immunology, Bacteriology, Virology, Human Genetics, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Oncology and Medicine. The last six months of the Master's programme are dedicated to the preparation of the Master's thesis.
Master's graduates can apply for the Göttingen PhD programme in Molecular Medicine.

Educational organisation

Throughout the first year (Master's programme), current topics in Molecular Medicine are taught by internationally renowned scientists in a comprehensive lecture series within three modules. Within these modules students carry out three independent research projects (lab rotations) of eight weeks each in participating laboratories, including local research labs of the Max Planck Society (MPI) and the German Primate Center (DPZ). The results of these projects are presented and discussed in seminars.
Students who have passed the examinations of the modules of the first year with good or excellent results qualify for direct admission to the three-year doctoral programme Molecular Medicine without being required to complete a Master's thesis first.

Study abroad unit(s)

None

Internships

Three eight-week lab rotations

Forms of assessment

Examinations at the end of the modules, written or oral

Course objectives

The aim of the programme is to provide an intensive, research-oriented education in an excellent research environment, in which students deepen and expand their knowledge, skills and abilities gained in their previous Molecular Medicine-/Molecular Biology-oriented graduate studies. The programme is intended to qualify students for a PhD programme in Life Sciences or a career in industry or science management.

Language requirements

Applicants who are not native speakers of English should demonstrate adequate competence in the English language by acceptable results in an internationally recognised test (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, APIEL, CPE). Participation in such a test is recommended but not mandatory, as language skills can also be evaluated during the personal interviews with selected candidates. Proven higher education in English or a reasonably long stay in an English-speaking country is also acceptable.
German skills are recommended.

Academic requirements

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's or equivalent degree in molecular medicine, biology, biochemistry, or related fields (not medicine).
For further details, see: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/41166.html.

Enrolment fees

Enrolment fees are approx. 300 EUR per semester. Fees include a pre-paid semester ticket which entitles students to use regional trains free of charge within the federal states of Lower Saxony and Bremen, as well as city buses. Students of the University of Göttingen receive discounts for cultural events. Meals and drinks are also available at reduced prices at all university canteens.
http://www.uni-goettingen.de/fee

Costs of living

The average cost of living in Göttingen is modest compared to other major university cities in Germany. Currently, expenses for accommodation, food, health insurance and books reach approx. 700-750 EUR per month. Please note that fees for health insurance may vary according to age. Living expenses might be slightly higher.

Job opportunities

Because of the intensive nature of the programme, there will be no time to work while studying.

Arrival support

The International Office provides a complimentary pick-up service ("Buddy Exchange Service") from Göttingen railway station to the accommodation. German students help newly arrived students to adapt to the university and the city during their first weeks. There is also an orientation week for new international students, which provides valuable information about Göttingen and the university.

Services and support for international students

The International Office assists international students with all administrative questions regarding their stay in Germany, e.g. enrolment, visa, foreigners' registration office, health insurance and financing of their studies. Furthermore, it features a broad cultural programme, e.g. international cultural evenings, language workshops, theatre courses, films, dance classes, theatre and opera visits. Trips to various tourist destinations in Germany are offered throughout the year.
The coordination office for the Molecular Medicine programme and the Office of International Affairs, both at the University of Göttingen, also offer individual support.

Accommodation

The International Office, in collaboration with the student services organisation ("Studentenwerk"), helps students find adequate accommodation. Many international students live in student residences. These have single apartments or shared apartments with individual rooms. There are also apartments available for couples and families with children.