Informatics for the Natural Sciences

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Degree: Master of Science
Duration: 4 semesters
Restrictions: Without NC 1
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Student Counselling Service
Beratung durch Studierende der jeweiligen Fachrichtung
Academic Student Counselling Service
Beratung durch Lehrende zu Studienangebot und Inhalten des jeweiligen Studienfachs
General Student Advisory Service
First point of contact for general academic advice, personalised study guidance, and psychological counselling
Interdisciplinary cooperation
The degree programme promotes interdisciplinary cooperation between computer science and the natural sciences, in particular biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics. This networking enables students to look at complex problems from different scientific perspectives and develop innovative solutions.

Practice-orientated education
A high proportion of practical applications in the degree programme optimally prepares students for the challenges of research and industry. The combination of theoretical content with practical projects not only promotes understanding, but also the application of what has been learnt in real-life scenarios.

Access to current research
Students benefit from insights into current research as the Faculty of Technology is actively involved in numerous research projects. This enables students to expand their knowledge in practical contexts and to familiarise themselves with the latest developments in molecular biotechnology.

International co-operations
The degree programme facilitates study and research stays abroad through broad international cooperation between the faculty. This not only promotes students' intercultural competence, but also opens up opportunities for international networks.

Comprehensive career preparation
The degree programme is designed to optimally prepare graduates for working in interdisciplinary teams. This increases their employability in a dynamic labour market that increasingly demands specialists with broad knowledge and specific skills.
The program opens up a wide range of career opportunities in various fields, such as:

Research and Development: Graduates often find employment at research institutes, where they can work on the development of new biotechnological processes or on scientific projects addressing current challenges in biology and medicine.

Industry and Technology: A career in industry, particularly in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical sectors, offers a wide range of opportunities. Graduates can work in product development, quality assurance, or regulatory affairs.

Data Analysis and Bioinformatics: The growing importance of data analysis in biotechnology opens up opportunities for graduates in the field of bioinformatics, where they can apply their knowledge to analyze and interpret biological data.

Consulting and Project Management: Management consulting firms are increasingly seeking professionals capable of translating scientific analyses into strategic decisions. Graduates can work here as consultants or project managers.

Regulatory Agencies: Positions in regulatory institutions, such as those involved in drug approval or environmental protection, offer further career opportunities where graduates can apply their knowledge to ensure compliance with standards and guidelines.

Access to the Master programme is granted to those who can provide evidence that they have a first university degree which has a standard period of study of at least six semesters, qualifies for exercising a profession and is in accordance with the subject-specific regulations.

In any case, please read the specific Admission requirements for this Masters programme in the Subject-specific regulations (PDF).
Degrees from accredited Bachelor programmes at German ‘Berufsakademien’ are equivalent to Bachelor degrees from universities.

Applicants with a university degree obtained abroad are granted access provided that the degree they have acquired is deemed sufficient for this purpose and they can provide evidence of the required language skills.
Further information on the application process for prospective international students and the language requirements.

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Course start

Studies can be commenced in both winter and summer semesters. Courses are targeted to commencing studies in winter semester. Student counselling to plan the course of studies is recommended.

Length and scope of studies

The standard period of studies is 4 semesters. Information on studying part time.

The studies Informatics for the Natural Sciences comprise 120 credit points.

The study places for this degree programme are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines.

As soon as you receive a positive response in the application and status portal (notice of access from the faculty), you can submit your application for enrolment within the set deadline.

Step by step to a Master programme without NC

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

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You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.

An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.

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The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2026/27 and summer semester 2027.
Information on NC values from previous years
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