Bioanalytics
New specializations from WS 2024: Human Biology, Ecotoxicology and Bioinformatics
At a glance
Academic degree
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Form of study
Consecutive full-time Master’s degree
Standard period of study
3 semesters (incl. Master’s thesis), 90 ECTS
Place of study
Language of instruction
German and English
Start of studies
Summer semester (March 15);
Winter semester (October 01)
Admission requirements
Completed university degree with at least 180 ECTS in the field of bioanalytics, instrumental analysis, environmental chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, food analysis or a related degree program.
No specific grade point average required for admission.
For detailed information, see the study and examination regulations.
Semester abroad
Possible as a theoretical or practical semester
Studying with a practice partner
Accreditation
accredited by the Accreditation Council
Registration
from 02.05.
until 30.09. (for the winter semester)
from 15.11.
until 14.03.
(for the summer semester)
Profile of the Master's program
The Master’s degree program in Bioanalytics offers you an interdisciplinary perspective by combining methods from biology, chemistry and related fields to solve complex problems. Experts from various disciplines such as microbiology, biochemistry, clinical analytics, bioinformatics, pharmacy, molecular biology and biotechnology work together on the Master’s program. Joint projects and modern laboratories allow you to put your theoretical knowledge directly into practice and benefit from a wide range of scientific approaches.
What we value
High application relevance
The Master’s degree program in Bioanalytics at Coburg University of Applied Sciences combines scientific depth with a strong focus on application. Intensive links to industry and research
institutes enable you to work on current projects and gain practical experience.
Study internationally
Coburg University of Applied Sciences offers the opportunity to complete a study or practical
semester abroad. To this end, Coburg University of Applied Sciences maintains relationships with foreign partner universities.
Further information is available from the university’s Study Abroad service.
Course content
1st semester
Compulsory modules for the three specializations Human Biology / Ecotoxicology and Bioinformatics
- Instrumental analytics and omics technologies
- Ethics for life sciences
Compulsory modules for the specialization in Human Biology
- Molecular biological analysis
- Clinical analytics
- Applied bioinformatics and statistics
Compulsory modules for the specialization in ecotoxicology
- Molecular biological analysis
- Ecotoxicology
- Applied bioinformatics and statistics
Compulsory modules for the Bioinformatics specialization
- Data mining and bioinformatics
- Object-oriented programming
- Clinical analytics or ecotoxicology
2nd semester
Compulsory modules for the three specializations Human Biology / Ecotoxicology and Bioinformatics
- Sensors
- Innovation and project management
- Excursion
- Biosciences seminar
- 2 free elective modules
- 3 Compulsory elective modules in the area of specialization
3rd semester
- Master thesis
- Master’s seminar with presentation
The module plan provides an overview of the structure of the degree program. The module handbook provides information on the content of the individual modules. The study and examination regulations form the legal basis of the degree program.
Questions about the content of the degree course will be answered by the course director Prof. Dr. Stefan Kalkhof.
Focal points
Applied ecotoxicology
Are you interested in the interactions between chemicals and the living environment and would like to focus on applied ecotoxicology? Would you like to contribute to the sustainable protection of our ecosystems and the associated protection of human health? Would you like to make an interdisciplinary contribution to the holistic concept of planetary health and develop sustainable solutions to environmental problems? Then our Master’s degree program in Bioanalytics with a specialization in Applied Ecotoxicology is just right for you!
Why Bioanalytics with a specialization in Ecotoxicology at Coburg University of Applied Sciences?
1. application-oriented studies:
In our application-oriented studies in ecotoxicology, we offer you a practical education that aims to apply the concepts and skills you have learned directly in real environments. As a result, you will develop a deep understanding of the interactions between environmental factors and organisms, including humans. This will enable you to better understand, evaluate and solve complex environmental problems. In small groups with intensive supervision, you will acquire the skills you need to become an applied ecotoxicologist.
With us, you will not only learn this in theory, but also in the laboratory, field studies or companies. This enables you to apply your theoretical knowledge in practice and develop the relevant skills. You will be optimally prepared for the job market and build up a solid professional network right from the start. Even during your studies, you will experience the interdisciplinary nature of ecotoxicology through the links to the bioinformatics and human biology focus.
2. comprehensive training:
We provide you with in-depth knowledge in applied ecotoxicology, toxicology, bioanalytics, environmental chemistry and bioinformatics. You will become an expert in applied ecotoxicology with a broad range of specialist knowledge to recognize and evaluate environmental problems at a central position and drive forward their solution.
3. career opportunities:
Our degree program prepares you specifically for various professional fields:
- environmental authorities and international organizations: You assess the impact of environmental pollutants and their emissions on the environment in the context of immission control and water law approval procedures.
- Chemical and pharmaceutical industry: You are part of an environmental and sustainability management team in companies, and help to develop environmentally friendly products and processes
- Policy and policy advice: With your extensive specialist knowledge, you will advise decision-makers and institutions on solutions that take into account both the preservation of the environment and social needs.
- Research institutes / environmental consulting: You investigate the toxicity of substances for organisms and ecosystems.
- College/University: You pass on your knowledge to students in lectures and internships and develop solutions with them.
- Environmental protection organizations: You will work on applied projects for the safety and conservation of ecosystems and planetary health.
Human biological analysis
Are you interested in the analysis of biological samples and want to make a contribution to health, diagnostics and the development of pharmaceuticals? Then our Master’s degree program in Bioanalytics with a specialization in Human Biological Analysis is just right for you!
Why Bioanalytics with a specialization in Human Biological Analysis at Coburg University of Applied Sciences?
1. practice-oriented studies:
With us you will not only learn in theory, but also deepen your knowledge in many exercises and as part of a Master’s thesis, e.g. in a clinic, research facility or diagnostics laboratory.
2 Comprehensive training:
We provide you with in-depth knowledge of human biology, pathophysiology, modern bioanalytics and bioinformatics. You will become an expert in the analysis of blood samples, tissue samples and other biological materials.
3. career opportunities:
- Clinical laboratories: Here you will work on the diagnosis of diseases and support doctors in patient care.
- Research facilities: You contribute to medical research by analyzing and interpreting data.
- pharmaceutical companies: As a human biological analyst, you evaluate the effectiveness of drugs.
- Health authorities: You play an important role in monitoring health indicators.
Bioinformatics
Are you interested in the interface between wet lab and computer science? Would you like to help decipher complex biological questions using data science and AI? Then our Master’s degree program in Bioanalytics with a specialization in Bioinformatics is just right for you!
Why Bioanalytics with a specialization in Bioinformatics at Coburg University of Applied Sciences?
1. application-oriented studies:
With us, you combine in-depth biological expertise with AI and bioinformatics applications.
You will learn to analyze and interpret complex biological data and apply it to current problems.
You will learn how to program algorithms and AI models.
2. broad study program:
We offer you in-depth training in molecular biology, genetics, omics technologies as well as data processing, data analysis and programming. You will become a computational biologist with the expertise to apply and develop bioinformatics methods in research and industry.
3. career opportunities:
- Biotechnology company: Here you will develop algorithms and databases to analyze the generated data
- Research institutes: You develop AI models and algorithms for molecular and cell-based analysis for modern bioanalytical methods.
- Pharmaceutical industry: As a data scientist, you will analyze cohorts and clinical studies and develop active ingredients.
- College/University: You pass on your knowledge to students in lectures and internships and develop solutions with them.
- IT industry and data science: You analyze big data and databases to make causal relationships and predictions for optimized processes.
Research and practice
The Master’s degree course at Coburg University of Applied Sciences is characterized by a scientific approach on the one hand and a high level of practical relevance on the other. Extensive and intensive regional, national and international contacts with industrial practice and research institutes provide a solid basis for both. Students can participate in their supervisors’ ongoing research projects. The Master’s thesis gives them the opportunity to devote themselves intensively to a challenging topic of practical relevance using modern research methods. The in-house Institute for Bioanalytics (IBICO) and the Institute for Sensor and Actuator Technology (ISAT) also enable students to work on exciting projects in various research areas.
Studying with in-depth practice (PraxisPLUS)
Studying with in-depth practical experience in the PraxisPLUS model offers you the opportunity to gain more practical experience during your studies – without extending the duration of your studies. The prerequisite is a work contract with a company/institution. You can apply your knowledge from the lecture directly at work. The work in the company is remunerated. This in turn makes it easier to finance your studies.