Master’s Programme Biomedical Life Sciences
Are you fascinated by the complex mechanisms of the human body and interested in exploring how cellular and molecular processes can be studied in model organisms or using stem cells?
The Master's programme in Biomedical Life Sciences provides you with an in-depth understanding of cellular and molecular processes in health and disease – from bioinformatics and stem cell biology to immunology.
You will learn cutting-edge techniques such as single-cell analysis, 3D cell cultures, live cell imaging, and computer-based modeling, and apply them in hands-on lab courses in small groups and in individual research projects.
Master of Science
Duration/ECTS-Credits
4 semesters/120 ECTS-Credits
Mode of Study
Full-time
Language
English
Requirements
Relevant bachelor's degree/equivalent
and Language Certificates
Faculty
Faculty of Biology
Level of qualification
Master (Second Cycle)
ISCED-11: Level 7, EQF/NQF: Level 7
ISCED-F
0511 Biology
Study Code
UC 066 834
FAQ
You will work with modern laboratory techniques and digital analysis tools, gaining a deep understanding of cellular processes and disease mechanisms. In addition, the interdisciplinary curriculum offers the flexibility to pursue your own interests and to prepare specifically for a PhD or direct entry into a professional career.
The Master's programme offers a broad range of topics – from development to aging, from simple model organisms to humans, and from fundamental cellular mechanisms to disease models.
This programme provides excellent preparation for a career in research, technology, industry, , and biomedically relevant governmental sectors. It opens the door to positions in research and teaching in the field of biomedicine or related disciplines, as well as scientific roles in private companies, public institutions, and public administration (e.g. in medicine, healthcare, food safety, forensics, or research funding).
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Why study Biomedical Life Sciences in Innsbruck?
„Are you interested in cellular and molecular processes relevant for development, aging and diseases? “
„Do you want to learn more about bioinformatics, stem cells, immunology, animal models for human disease, and much more? “
Warum Biomedical Life Sciences studieren?
Studierende der Universität Innsbruck beschreiben, warum es sich lohnt, Biomedical Life Sciences in Innsbruck zu studieren.
Curriculum
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