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Molecular Microbiology

Master’s programme

Faculty of Natural Science Faculty of Natural Science (NAWI-Graz)

University degree

Master of Science „MSc“

ECTS

120

Start of studies

Summer term 2025

Duration of study

4 semesters

Teaching language

German

type of study programme

Full-time

Practical experience and research cooperation projects

A distinctive feature of this master’s programme is the extended practical exercises which relate to current research projects, so that you benefit from the research alliance between the University of Graz, Graz University of Technology and the Medical University of Graz (BIOTECHMED).

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Is this degree programme right for you?

Interests that are a good basis for this study programme

You should be interested in natural sciences, inquisitive and committed to the subject, rather than just scoring credit points. For admission to this master’s programme you also need to have completed a subject-relevant first degree.

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About the study programme

Molecular Microbiology at the University of Graz

In the master’s programme you will study genetics and the molecular biology of microorganisms, and the molecular cell biology of various different model organisms. You will also investigate the biology of infection, with a focus on attack and resistance mechanisms in bacterial pathogens, and research into microbiomes.

Institute Curriculum

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Further studies

Doctoral Programme of Natural Sciences

The Doctoral Programme of Natural Sciences allows you to develop your own research interests further and to perfect your methodological skills. You will work independently to investigate academic questions and contribute to the development of knowledge and innovation in your subject area.

Doctoral Programme

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Career prospects

Preparation for a wide range of career paths

Graduates of this master’s programme often go on to senior roles in basic and applied research in universities and the industrial sector. After completing the master’s programme you will be able to develop and implement problem-solving approaches independently in the fields of molecular microbiology, the biology of infection, molecular cell biology and molecular genetics. Other career options include pharmaceutical and medical research, development and manufacturing, medical diagnostics or environmental analysis.

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Note on registration

Anyone who is not a graduate of the subject-relevant bachelor’s programme at the University of Graz has to apply for admission to the master's programme.

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