Solid training in basic subjects and a high proportion of practical laboratory internships. Combination of theory and practice as well as early focus on research. The courses on offer are enriched by institutes outside the university, such as the Max Planck Institute for Biophysics and the Paul Ehrlich Institute (PEI), as well as industry representatives. These institutes are also integrated into curricular teaching in the form of work placements. Significant flexibility in terms of compulsory electives, with choice of offerings as well as the full range of university offerings. Programme can be designed flexibly.

Specialisation in Master Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry; Proximity to research through internships, which are also completed externally, and the creation of research proposals. Students critically examine new research publications, learn to critically assess research findings and discuss their significance, e.g. for society and the environment, with experts or laypersons. Theory and practice are linked. Range of courses offered enhanced by non-university research institutes and representatives from industry. Flexible programme structure.

Many EU and worldwide research association projects as well as individual cooperation abroad. Erasmus agreements for student mobility, including for research placements. Support for international study visits in cooperation with non-university institutions. Support for planning studies abroad as part of the practical year. Department-specific scholarship programs and funding opportunities, as well as numerous options from the university.

Gent University; Université de Strasbourg; Lund University

The modern 'Schiene' campus combines natural sciences and non-university research institutions, new building for teaching in 2026; Very good infrastructure: modernised student laboratories, new library and lecture hall centre, textbooks available on long-term loan and as e-books; student workspaces and group workrooms; modern media technology; online recording of events; Online written examinations; range of e-learning courses; Computer pools; WiFi available, campus licences for software; Many large-scale devices for research and teaching; Availability of modern analysis devices in student laboratories.

Overlapping research focuses in the field of Life Sciences (basics and applied research); Cooperation with the adjacent disciplines and departments; Lead role and involvement of researchers in Clusters of Excellence; Two Collaborative Research Centres in the department as well as participation of other research groups, LOEWE projects of the federal state and Fraunhofer partnerships; Structured doctoral training after graduation takes place in 8 graduate schools (two integrated in Collaborative Research Centres) and university-wide graduate programme.

University-wide action plan and guidelines as well as gender equality & diversity action plans in the department.