Human Biology - Principles of Health and Disease

Supported by the Elite Network of Bavaria, the outstanding Faculties of Biology and Medicine at LMU offer a first-rate program leading to a Master of Science in “Human Biology”. The Elite Master of Science is an interdisciplinary, research- and competency-oriented program that provides a deep understanding of how health and disease work.

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Supported by the Elite Network of Bavaria, the outstanding Faculties of Biology and Medicine at LMU offer a first-rate program leading to a Master of Science in “Human Biology”. The Elite Master of Science is an interdisciplinary, research- and competency-oriented program that provides a deep understanding of how health and disease work.


Based on the social challenges in biomedical science today, such as widespread diseases, the increasing importance of precision medicine, the ageing population and the processing of big data, there is a growing demand for highly-skilled, qualified young scientists. The program will fulfil this demand by educating distinguished students at the intersection of biology and medicine in a first-rate area of biomedical science. Up to 30 highly motivated and engaged students will be educated and supported to become outstanding researchers by exceptional, experienced and internationally acclaimed professors.
Our aim is to offer our students comprehensive preparation for meeting future challenges in a science-related professional careers within the field of biomedicine.

We look forward to welcoming you!

MHB

Interested in obtaining a Master's degree in Human Biology?

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15 May 2025

At a Glance

Highlights of the program:
  • Interdisciplinary program
  • Research-oriented
  • Wide variety of biomedical core subjects
  • Numerous collaborative partners (research institutes and pharmaceutical industry)
  • Mentoring program by professors with an international profile
  • Training in transferable skills
  • No tuition fees, just a semester fee of 152,30 € for each student
Main topics of the program:
  • Cell Biology, Stem Cells and Epigenetics
  • Molecular Microbiology and Infection Biology
  • Neurosciences
  • Molecular Oncology
  • Cardiovascular and Lung Research
  • Training in transferable skills
Degree:Master of Science
Duration:4 Semesters - 120 ECTS credits
Language:English
Start of the program:Only in the winter semester
Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science degree with a total of at least 180 ECTS-credits in biology or a related subject
  • A current transcript of records
  • Bachelor's thesis (at least 10 ECTS-credits)
  • Proficiency in English
Application deadline:February 28

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