Program Overview

Bioengineering Master of Science (M.Sc.)

The Bioengineering Master of Science (M.Sc.) program at KIT is designed to deepen and expand the knowledge acquired in the bachelor's program, with a focus on applying process engineering principles to biomaterial systems. The program provides theoretical and practical knowledge, distinguishing it from natural science programs such as biotechnology or molecular biotechnology.

Program Details

• Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
• Regular program length: 4 semesters (full-time program)
• Credit points (ECTS): 120 credit points
• Language of instruction: German
• Limited capacity: No
• Application possible for: First semester (winter and summer term), higher semester (winter and summer term)

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering or a degree program with essentially the same content
• Minimum knowledge and achievements in mathematical and scientific fundamentals, engineering fundamentals, thermodynamics and transport processes, process engineering fundamentals, and biology and biotechnology
• Proof of German language skills at least at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

Program Structure

• 1st - 3rd semester: Core Skills, Process Engineering, Computer-Aided Methods, Elective Area Specialization, Internship, and Interdisciplinary Qualifications
• 4th semester: Master's thesis

Internship

• Mandatory internship of at least three months to gain industrial practice or research experience
• Can be completed in industry or at a research institute
• Recognition of completed relevant vocational training or internship between bachelor's and master's degree is possible

Career Prospects

• Good career opportunities in many sectors, including the biological-chemical, medical-pharmaceutical, agricultural, and food industries
• Employment opportunities with authorities and in the public sector
• Possibility of obtaining a doctorate with the prospect of interesting tasks in research

Characteristic Features of the Degree Program

• Own department with a wide range of courses
• Master's orientation phase
• Many elective options
• Research-oriented teaching
• Internationally networked
• Support for business start-ups

Module Handbook

• Available for download in German

Statutes and Regulations

• Current admission regulations, KIT admission and enrollment regulations, and studies and examination regulations are available for download

Teaching Calendar and Course Catalog

• Teaching calendar and course catalog are available for download