Overview

The programme in Microbiology from Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg is offering a balanced mix of theory and practice, students are trained in classical cultivation-based approaches of microbial physiology as well as in state-of-the-art methods such as (meta-)genomics, proteomics and microbial community analyses.

Careers

Our goal is to guide students stepwise through the Master’s programme, in order to successfully finish their own individual research projects for the master´s thesis. By the broad knowledge gain and methodological skills, the students will be well prepared for a career in modern microbiology.

Graduates of the Master's programme “Microbiology” can use their qualifications to fill positions, e.g., in the following fields:

Microbial ecology

Environmental protection

Molecular biology

Biotechnology

Food microbiology

Quality management

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microbial physiology and diversity

Molecular mechanisms and interactions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oldenburg, Germany

Disciplines

Microbiology View 15 other Masters in Microbiology in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a professionally suitable, previous degree programme with a corresponding focus and special expertise (see admission regulations)
Knowledge of the English language at level B2. Evidence can be provided by appropriate tests (see access regulations)
Certificates of internships, information on publications, prices, awards, certificate of social or social commitment in the field of molecular life sciences or medicine, if applicable

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

832 EUR / year

≈ 832 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

832 EUR / year

≈ 832 EUR / year

Living costs

Oldenburg

Germany

730 - 1100 EUR / month

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