Bachelor 1 subject

Biochemistry, Bachelor 1 subject

  • What are the molecular mechanisms of carcinogenesis?
  • How do the cells of an organism communicate?
  • Which molecules are the molecular substrates for learning and memory building?
  • Which molecular processes lead to genetic diseases?
  • How can the function of biomolecules be studied?

Profile
Degree
Bachelor of Science
Start
Winter semester
Duration
6 semesters
Classroom language
German
Admission
Restricted
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What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
practical courses make up almost fifty per cent of the biochemistry degree, and it is the link shared by all life sciences, integrating expertise and skills across all natural sciences.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioanalytical Chemistry
  • Bioinorganic Chemistry
  • Bioorganic Chemistry
  • Molecular Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Molecular Medicine
Course schedule
Module handbook
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
have:
  • an inquisitive mind
  • creativity
  • an interest in natural and life-science phenomena

enjoy:

  • practical and theoretical experimental work and acquiring techniques and methods for both the scientific discourse and the hands-on experimental approach, with the aim of gaining new insights and developing new problem-solving strategies

struggle through:

  • lectures, exams
  • exercises, seminars, mandatory lectures
  • and, most importantly, work experiences (general internships and lab internships)
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • in postgraduate degree courses
  • in science editing
  • in science magazine publishing
  • in governmental regulatory authorities (e.g. food inspection agencies)
And else?
A prep course ... can be covered voluntarily.
Name: Mathematics for Natural and Engineering Science Students
Start: The end of September
Further information about prep courses
An internship ...

is optional.
Duration: Lab practicals are done during the entire degree course: 41 per cent of the degree course (41 per cent of the 180 credit points)

Studying abroad ... can be covered voluntarily.
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

Dr. Ralf Trippe
Building, Room: NC 6/167
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-28240
Email:
Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft Chemie / Biochemie
Building, Room: NC 03/34
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-25287
Email:
Website Fachschaft

Internet

Degree programmes' website