Short description
Research into the cellular and molecular basis of life processes and their pathological changes is at the heart of the course. Following the decoding of the genomes of various organisms, the current focus of biochemistry is on the investigation of signal transduction, the characterization of transcriptomes, proteomes and the glycome as well as systems biology approaches. In addition to these areas taught in the compulsory part of the Master's degree course, a compulsory elective area offers modules in biochemistry and biosciences as well as medical and natural product chemistry and the opportunity to complete internships abroad and/or in industry. Non-subject-specific courses or further modules from the compulsory elective area can be integrated into a free elective area. This gives students the opportunity to increase the breadth of their education, to incorporate their interests to a greater extent and to develop key qualifications for the job market.
The Master's degree in Biochemistry creates the prerequisites for students to work successfully in science and industry within the framework of the main areas of study and beyond. The combination with an internationally recognized degree opens up career opportunities for graduates in Germany and abroad.
To further deepen their specialist knowledge and qualifications, students have the opportunity to participate in PhD study programs (MHH, TiHo) and graduate colleges in addition to the classic doctorate.
Qualification profile
Tasks and requirements in the subject of biochemistry
Biochemistry deals with life processes at the molecular level. It is an independent subject area that has numerous overlaps with neighboring subject areas.
The focus of the MSc. Biochemistry focuses on research into the cellular and molecular basis of life processes and their pathological changes. Following the decoding of the genomes of various organisms, the current focus of biochemistry is on the investigation of signal transduction, the characterization of transcriptomes, proteomes and the glycome as well as other systems biology approaches.
Graduates of the study programs can draw on in-depth knowledge of the fundamentals and methods of biochemistry. They are able to develop scientific questions, implement them in experimental design and analyze the data obtained in a professional and appropriate manner. Based on the application of the knowledge gained in research, graduates deal with overarching social problems.
The main qualification objectives of the Master's degree program in Biochemistry are
- Deepening interdisciplinary specialist knowledge in the overlapping areas of biochemistry (metabolic biochemistry and molecular biology), biology (with a focus on cell biology), chemistry and medicine, particularly in signal transduction, biophysical chemistry, glycobiochemistry and pathobiochemistry.
- the ability to obtain and process scientific results and to communicate and publish them appropriately
- the critical analysis of experimental results
- specialization in bioscientifically oriented subjects
- the development of key qualifications for the job market
The Master's degree program in Biochemistry focuses on scientifically oriented professional activities.
Graduates of the Master's degree program in Biochemistry are able to
- Understand and apply advanced concepts, particularly in signal transduction, glyco- and pathobiochemistry and biophysical chemistry
- Independently update and further develop their specialist knowledge of various bioscientific methods and backgrounds
- find, process and critically evaluate current, problem-oriented literature
- Develop solutions to comprehensive problems using scientific methods
- Explain their own research results, present them in a lecture and/or publish them
- formulate proposals for the continuation of investigations and plan their implementation
- transfer scientific results to other problems and develop further questions
Graduates of the Master's degree program in Biochemistry can either pursue a professional career or deepen their knowledge and skills in a scientific doctoral program.