Master of Microbiology at University of Bonn

University of Bonn

Germany, Bonn

University Rank:#207

The Microbiology is a Master degree offered by University of Bonn at its main campus in Bonn, Germany. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and German and requires approximately 2 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from October 10, 2026.

About Master of Microbiology

Students in the research-oriented master's degree program Microbiology must complete a required educational program in the areas of: general and applied microbiology, medical and pharmaceutical microbiology, virology and agricultural and food microbiology. The degree program stands out for its high share of practical work and independent project work. All microbiological systems are addressed with a view to systematic, physiological, molecular-biological and genetic aspects. Among other key qualifications, students learn to independently plan and carry out scientific studies and to document and present scientific results both orally and in written form (also in English). The degree program thus equips students for microbiological and molecular-genetic work in all areas of employment within classic, molecular, and applied microbiology. Possible lines of work: Basic research in microbiology (e.g. Max Planck and Helmholtz Institutes, large-scale research facilities), academia (e.g. research at universities and other research institutions); development, production and marketing in the pharmaceutical industry, at biotechnology companies, food industry, chemical industry, quality assurance (e.g. in the pharmaceutical and food industries), microbiological diagnostics (e.g. hospital laboratories), teaching and training (e.g. at universities, research institutions, training of technical assistants), public administration (public health authorities), industry and trade associations

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Microbiology at University of Bonn

Entry Requirements

Examination Regulations (German versions are legally binding) University degree (German or non-German) in a relevant discipline German language proficiency (CEFR level C1) English language proficiency (CEFR level B2) Specific modules: Knowledge in microbiology on the level of the Bachelor of Biology in the amount of 5 ECTS credits or equivalent

English Requirements

IELTSMin 5.5
TOEFLMin 72

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Microbiology at University of Bonn

Master of Microbiology at University of Bonn

University of Bonn

Germany, Bonn