Master of Science (MSc)

Industrial Biotechnology

The cooperative master's programme "Industrial Biotechnology", offered by Biberach University of Applied Sciences and Ulm University of Applied Sciences, combines interdisciplinary knowledge with practical training; (akad: ) education. Graduates acquire a versatile qualification profile that is perfectly tailored to the needs of regional and international companies in the biotechnology sector - ideal for a successful career start in this forward-looking industry.

Current information: The Industrial Biotechnology (IBT) degree programme will be offered exclusively by Biberach University of Applied Sciences in the future. For prospective students interested in biotechnology with a focus on pharmaceuticals and molecular biology, Ulm University will offer the new degree programme Pharmaceutical and Molecular Biotechnology (PMB) starting in the 2026/2027 winter semester. For more information, see Latest news.

More about the course

The (study/degree) programme comprises both German and English-taught modules from the fields of biocatalysis, technical microbiology, enzyme technology, metabolic engineering, process optimisation and quality assurance. The curriculum includes project work in which scientific work is learnt and additional transferable skills such as structured work planning, communication and teamwork skills and personal responsibility can be acquired.

Academic Degree

Master of Science (MSc)

Type of Study