Program Overview

Biophysics M.Sc. Program

The Biophysics M.Sc. program is a two-year master's degree that provides comprehensive training in modern biophysics, preparing students for the interdisciplinarity of modern life sciences. The program allows students to tailor their studies to their personal interests through a variety of elective modules and special events.

Program Structure

• The program requires students to earn a total of 120 credits.
• Students must complete a master's thesis (30 credits) at the end of their studies, applying their creativity and knowledge to solve a current problem.
• The first two semesters consist mainly of lectures, practical courses, and seminars.
• The last two semesters are dedicated to a one-year research phase, including two research projects and the master's thesis.

Study Plans

FSPO 2024

• The study plan recommends the order in which certain modules should be completed.
• By the end of the third semester, students must have earned 45 ECTS credits.
• The master's study must be completed within 7 semesters.

FSPO 2014

• Study content and module overview are available for students enrolled under the 2014 study and examination regulations.

Regulations

FSPO 2024

• Fachspezifische Studien- und Pr㘹ungsordnung (FSPO, 2024): Specific study and examination regulations for the program.
• Allgemeine Rahmenordnung (2022): General framework ordinance.
• Landeshochschulgesetz (LHG): State Higher Education Act of Baden-W僡ttemberg.

FSPO 2014

• Fachspezifische Studien- und Pr㘹ungsordnung (FSPO, 2014): Specific study and examination regulations for the program under the 2014 regulations.
• Allgemeine Rahmenordnung (2017): General framework ordinance.
• Landeshochschulgesetz (LHG): State Higher Education Act of Baden-W僡ttemberg.

Examination Organization

• General Information - Studiensekretariat: FAQs on examinations and modules, forms for exam registration, and more.
• Registration and Deregistration: Students must register for exams via the university portal.
• Pitfalls: Important notes on exam registration and deregistration deadlines.

Adaptation and Specialization

• Adaptation: Students can choose adaptation modules to fill potential knowledge gaps, especially in introductory biophysics, higher mathematics, and practical physics skills.
• Specialization: Courses are selected according to undergraduate strengths. Students can request additional courses to be added to their curriculum.

Biophysics Courses

• Biophysics Lab Courses: Detailed information on experiments, including Biophysics Lab - A and Biophysics Lab - B, with different numbers of experiments and assessment methods.

Research Phase

• Application for Biophysics Research Project and Research Internship (PO 2024): Guidelines for applying for research projects under the 2024 regulations.
• General Form for Research Phase (PO 2014): Application form for research projects under the 2014 regulations.
• Master's Thesis: Guidelines and FAQs for the master's thesis, including the application process and requirements.

Student Representation

• Fachschaft Physik/Wirtschaftsphysik: The student body representation for physics and business physics students, involved in various activities such as organizing events, collecting old exams, and evaluating lectures.