Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, M.Sc. Full time
Charakter Fresenius Hochschule · Idstein, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
You will gain in-depth knowledge and valuable skills for the biopharmaceutical industry in the full-time Master’s program Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (M.Sc.). The program covers the biopharmaceutical value chain from (bio)molecular sciences through bioprocess engineering, GMP-related topics, and regulatory affairs.
Your study includes practical laboratory classes and three laboratory internships to apply your knowledge in practice. Graduates develop skills for work in research and development, manufacturing of (bio)pharmaceuticals, bioanalysis and quality control, regulatory affairs, and bioprocess engineering and consultancy.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Build in-depth knowledge for the biopharmaceutical industry, covering (bio)molecular sciences, bioprocess engineering, and industrial processes
- Develop practical skills through laboratory classes and workshops, including independent work on scientific projects with an industrial context
- Strengthen your understanding of GMP-related topics and plant engineering principles for pharmaceutical production
- Apply knowledge across the biopharmaceutical value chain, including upstream processing, bioseparation, and downstream processing
- Work with regulatory affairs topics connected to the pharmaceutical value chain
- Complete three laboratory internships and develop project management skills relevant to the medical and biopharmaceutical industry
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready skills directly aligned with the biopharmaceutical industry’s full value chain, from (bio)molecular fundamentals to GMP and regulatory affairs.
- You graduate prepared for roles in research and development, manufacturing of (bio)pharmaceuticals, bioanalysis, and quality control.
- You gain industry-relevant practice through laboratory internships and project-based learning that mirrors scientific work in industrial settings.
- You develop capabilities in bioprocess engineering, data science for pharmaceutical biotechnology, and project management—skills that are consistently valuable in pharmaceutical teams.
- You are trained to connect technical processes with regulatory decision-making across the pharmaceutical value chain, supporting career options in regulatory affairs.
Employability rate
For graduates in medical and pharmaceutical biotechnology in Germany, the employability outlook is typically strong, with an estimated employability rate of about 85% and an unemployment rate of about 15% as roles in biopharmaceutical production, quality, and regulation continue to be needed.
Together, this points to a stable career pathway where your specialized training supports reliable job opportunities in industry.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree (minimum 180 credit points) | International applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree with at least 180 credit points in a chemistry- or biology-related field of study (for example: pharmacy, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or biotechnology). |
| Subject-specific prior knowledge | International applicants should have previous knowledge in organic chemistry and biochemistry, documented by successfully completed modules. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering | Direct match | The program requires prior knowledge in organic chemistry and biochemistry, so prior coursework/modules in these areas support eligibility. |
Language requirements
The Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (M.Sc.) program is taught in English. International applicants must provide proof of English language skills at Level B2 (CEFR) of the European Framework of Reference for Languages.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 5280 / per semester | Tuition fees per semester: 5,280 EUR. |
| Registration fee | EUR 695 / one time | Registration fee: 695 EUR. |
Proof of financial resources
If you need a German student visa, you must show that you can cover your living costs. Check the latest requirements from the official German immigration and embassy/consulate guidance for the exact amount and format.
- Official German student visa financial proof requirements (living-cost amount and accepted evidence) published by the German immigration authorities or the relevant German mission abroad
- Any additional program-related payment information requested during the application/enrolment process (e.g., registration fee and tuition/semester contribution) as published by the university
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
🎓 Scholarship
| Provider | Scheme name | Coverage | Eligibility notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAAD | EPOS — Development-Related Postgraduate Courses | Tuition fees, monthly stipend, travel allowance, health insurance | EPOS supports participants from developing countries for development-related postgraduate courses in Germany at selected universities. This M.Sc. can be eligible if the course is selected/confirmed under the EPOS-supported programme list for the relevant funding round. |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your eligibility documents
Confirm that you have completed a relevant bachelor’s degree with at least 180 credit points in a chemistry- or biology-related field. Collect proof of your organic chemistry and biochemistry modules (as required for subject-specific knowledge) and your English language certificate at B2 level. Make sure your documents are ready for upload in the format requested by the university application portal.
Submit your online application
Use the university’s official “Apply now” application flow for this program. Complete the online form and upload the required documents such as your academic records and language proof. Submit your application before the enrollment timeline you plan to follow, since the program is listed as having no fixed application deadlines.
Complete any credential/eligibility checks (if requested)
International applicants may be asked to go through qualification verification steps as part of the admission process for foreign credentials. Respond promptly to any requests from the admissions team so your application can be evaluated without delays. If you are required to provide additional information or documents, submit them by the deadline communicated to you.