OpenFieldBasel Master of Science in Molecular Biology (Biozentrum)
World-class two-year Master of Science program (90–120 ECTS) inside the state-of-the-art Biozentrum, offering specialized training in Structural Biology, Cell Motility, Infection Biology, and Computational Biology.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Genetics with top academic standing.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0 overall or TOEFL iBT 100.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Curriculum vitae, detailed descriptions of undergraduate coursework, and motivation letter.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters and complete university transcripts.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Self-funded; eligible for Biozentrum fellowships and laboratory assistantships
- Application fee
- CHF 100 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- CHF 720 per semester for Swiss and international students.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 28, 2027 for Autumn intake
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Basel documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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