• Scope of the program: Scientific principles, experimental research, analytical methods and applications in the interdisciplinary fields of biophysics
• Emphasis on lab work: Students get trained in conducting scientific experiments, recording and analyzing experimental data. Lab courses deal with modern techniques in life sciences and state-of-the-art experiments close to current academic research. Overview of lab experiments.
• Independent research project: For completion of the program students work independently on an experimental research project and a master´s thesis in an area/institute of their choice. Additionally they do a research internship of their choice.
• Multidisciplinarity: The master program aims at getting together students, teachers and researchers from different disciplines in natural sciences.

 Educational requirements to be met by future students:

• Solid undergraduate education in mathematics and physics, as well as an interest in biology and chemistry.
• Willingness to close potential gaps in basic knowledge in mathematics and natural sciences. Students will attend demanding intensive courses that summarize basics and lead to advanced topics fast.
• Willingness to actively participate in classes, labs and seminars.
• Social skills to live and study in a multicultural, scientifically and personally stimulating environment.