Life Science and International Health (B.Sc)

Life Science and International Health (B.Sc.)

Are you interested in natural sciences, health systems and data science? Are you looking for a comprehensive theoretical and practical education that will make it easier for you to start your career? Then the international bachelor's degree programme in Life Science and International Health could be just the right thing for you!

The diverse English-language studies consists of natural science and health science modules on the one hand, but also includes modules with a legal, business and social science background.

The first semester of »Life Science and International Health« can be attended entirely online to enable international students in particular to start their studies smoothly from anywhere.

The study programme »Life Science and International Health« has a research-oriented focus. In the laboratory courses in particular, the interesting and exciting teaching content is continuously applied and deepened on a complex biomedical issue in order to optimally prepare students for the national and international job market.

Study Objectives and Content

The program combines a broad foundation in biophysics, chemistry, and data science with specialized training in biological subjects such as cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, and genetic engineering. Additionally, it covers international public health to equip students with the skills to address global health challenges.

Core Competencies:

• Natural Science Foundations: Biomedical data science, biochemistry, microbiology, and organic chemistry.
  
• Biological Specialization: Cell biology, molecular biology, genetic engineering.
  
• Public Health: Health promotion, disease prevention, international health systems, and legal frameworks.
  
• Practical Skills: Laboratory work, scientific research, and experimental methods.
  
  

Goals of the Program:

• Enable independent research and development.
  
• Plan and conduct experiments.
  
• Coordinate production processes and quality assurance (e.g., GMP in pharmaceuticals).
  
• Build and optimize healthcare systems for disease prevention and health promotion.
  
• Prepare for advanced master’s programs in biotechnology, biomedicine, or public health.
  
  

Professional Fields of Activity

• Management of laboratories in biotechnology fields
  
• Diagnostic laboratories
  
• Research and development
  
• Health administration or health policy
  
• Pharmaceutical industry
  
  

Admissions Requirements

Higher education entrance qualification

• General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur)
  
• Subject-related higher education entrance qualification
  
• Advanced technical college entrance qualification (Fachabitur)
  
• Higher education degree qualifying for entry into a profession
  
• Master Craftmanship
  
• Early school leaving certificate and suitable vocational training with at least two years' work experience
  
• A comparable higher education entrance qualification
  

Proof of English language skills

• Proof, for example, by the TOEFL ibt, IELTS Academics, Cambridge Certificate or UniCert (read more in the information sheet Language Certificate English)
• For applicants from Germany: Generally, the »Abitur« certificate is adequate proof of sufficient English language skills

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