JMP in Biological Chemistry

About this programme

The joint Master’s degree program in "Biological Chemistry" is a unique program offered by both the Johannes Kepler University and the University of South Bohemia (USB) in Budweis (České Budějovice). The program expands on the curriculum of the joint Bachelor’s degree program in Biological Chemistry (JKU/USB). The curriculum is highly flexible, allowing students to pursue an interdisciplinary combination of subjects in chemistry, biochemistry, biology and biophysics as well as individual course selections. Graduates of the Bachelor’s degree program in Technical Chemistry (JKU) – and other comparable undergraduate majors – can be admitted to the Master’s degree program after successfully completing bridging subjects in Biology. The Master’s degree program is offered entirely in English and students are awarded two diplomas (MSc, Mgr.). The Master‘s degree program offers a wide range of in-depth subjects enabling you to tailor your learning experience in modern life sciences and to conduct your own research. Detailed attention is given to: The scientific scope of the joint Master’s degree program in "Biological Chemistry" is broad and graduates are highly qualified to enter demanding professions in research, development, monitoring, and management at many different lines of business: After successful completion of the Master's degree program, you can pursue an advanced degree at the JKU: As part of the Master’s degree program, students are required to complete courses totaling 120 ECTS credits in the following areas: