Entry requirements and Admission for the Biophysics M. Sc.

 

Admission

To be eligible for the "Biophysics" Master of Science programme, the following qualifications are needed:


1. Bachelor Degree

Bachelor degree in one of the following areas: Physics, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Econophysics, Molecular Medicine, Biology, Biotechnology
or
any comparable study course with essentially the same content at any institute of higher education in Germany or abroad.

2. Strong academic records

Final Bachelor Grade (GPA in German grade system): 2.5 or better
or
if the Bachelor has not been completed yet, an average GPA of 2.5 or better on all the examination results obtained by the date of application (the volume thereof must be equivalent to 140 or more ECTS).

*If the GPA is between 2.5 and 3,0 , the aptitude for the master's programme in Biophysics must be proven in a selection interview. The selection interview is conducted in English.

3.  Fundamental skills in natural sciences and mathematics Fundamental skills in the following areas: mathematics, experimental physics, physical chemistry and cell biology.
4. Letter of Motivation A personal letter reporting the following:
  • motivation of the interest in the master programme "Biophysics",
  • reasons for choosing Ulm University,
  • expectations for personal and professional future.
5. Good proficiency of English

Proof of an adequate command of English at level B2 level of CEFR (Common European Framework Reference for Languages).

Applicants who are English native speakers don't have to submit any English test result.

Graduates of the Ulm University are welcome to contact the coordinator or the head of the M. Sc. Biophysics programme for more information on the English requirements.

6. Sufficient knowledge in physical and biological disciplines

Evaluation of applications is based on: courses attended, grades and amount of credits obtained during the Bachelor in Physics, Mathematics, Biophysics, Biochemistry and Biology.

Please have a look at our Admission Statute (to be updated in April 2022).

Most foreign students have to apply for a student visa at the German Embassy in their home country. German Immigration Law does not allow to change the Immigration status whilst in Germany; do not enter with a tourist visa!

As soon as you know about your admission, make an appointment at the nearest embassy or consulate. Go there immediately after receiving the admission letter. Be aware that the visa procedure will take several weeks (up to 3 months). The embassy will inform you about the details of your visa application. Usually you have to present the following at the Embassy:

  1. our letter of admission (Zulassung)
  2. our Information for the Embassy
  3. a proof of your financial means (700 Euro/month at the least). Be prepared to show a bank statement covering the full expenses of the first year
  4. in addition to the above the respective embassy may require you to submit additional material - check with your nearest German embassy

The excellent frequently asked questions pool at the DAAD website is a good resource (select from drop-down menu at the top of the page).

Services and assistance

Together with the admission letter you will receive detailed information on services we provide. We will assist you in finding an accomodation in one of the students' dormitories.
Upon arrival a senior student will meet and assist you during your first hours on foreign terrain. You will soon meet your new classmates and become familiar with your new surroundings.