Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biochemistry

The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biochemistry is a unique study program that provides a common "basic education" in chemistry and biochemistry in a "Y-model" in the first four semesters. The fifth and sixth semesters are followed by the so-called "orientation studies", in which the students can choose subject specializations and prepare the bachelor's thesis.

Strengths of this Bachelor's Degree Program

• Interdisciplinary structure: Students receive, from the beginning of the program, a broad education in three faculties which later will facilitate their modern, interdisciplinary research activities.
• Flexibility: The decision about which major to follow is deferred until it can be made on the basis of experience and skill. On the other hand, specialization can begin early in the orientation program because of the great range of choice in courses.

Program Details

The bachelor's degree enables an early transition into professional life and at the same time prepares students for the two specialization courses leading to master's degrees in chemistry or in biochemistry. This degree program is admission-free. The course can only be started in the winter semester. The language of instruction is German. The standard period of study is 6 semesters (180 ECTS credits).

Program Structure

The bachelor program "Chemistry and Biochemistry" at the LMU is divided into four components: inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry, and should be completed in six semesters. The program should acquaint the student with the theory and practice of experimental methods, impart a thorough knowledge of the subject and train the student's power of observation and develop his or her technical skills, all of which are requirements for independent scientific work.

Admission and Enrollment

• There are no admission restrictions for this degree course.
• A study place is available to all prospective students who have the university entrance qualification; therefore, no application is necessary before enrolment.
• Matriculation (enrolment) in the degree program takes place at the Student Office.

Preparation for Study

Although courses and lab work are organized so that students can be successful without large amounts of prior knowledge, the time-consuming work load at the beginning of the first semester can be handled more easily if you prepare yourself optimally. Good textbooks, such as Mortimer, Chemie - Basiswissen der Chemie, Thieme Verlag, can be of great use.

Curriculum and Module Catalogue

The Current Module Catalogue of this study program is available. The curriculum includes a broad range of courses in chemistry and biochemistry, as well as mathematics and physics.

Lab Courses

Lab courses are an essential part of the program, providing students with hands-on experience in experimental methods and techniques. The lab courses are organized into different modules, each with its own admission requirements and duration.

Bachelor Thesis

The Bachelor's thesis should be written in one of the two subjects from which the elective modules have been chosen in accordance with Appendix 2 of the examination regulations. The duration of the work is fixed in the examination regulations in ｧ14 at 10 weeks, which corresponds to a total of approx. 400 working hours.

Additional Regulations for External Bachelor Theses

The Bachelor thesis may be produced at institutions external of the LMU departments of Chemistry or Biochemistry (national as well as abroad). Therefore, you have to submit an informal proposal to the examination office, which will be evaluated by the chair of the examination committee.