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Program structure and curriculum 

In the first semester in particular, the scientific foundation for a biomedical education is established. To this end, Basic Module Units (natural science modules, basic module 0) are offered, covering subjects such as chemistry, physics, mathematics/statistics, biochemistry, molecular biology and human genetics.

In the two following semesters further Basic module Units (Basic Module 1-6) cover basic biomedical knowledge in anatomy, cell biology, histology, physiology, virology, immunology, microbiology and pharmacology. Students gain theoretical and practical knowledge of metabolism, key biological processes and biomedical techniques.

From the fourth semester on Advanced Courses teach Major specific skills and knowledge and the program is more practically orientated. The advanced modules from the Majors infection biology, tumor biology,  neurobiology and cell biology mostly take place in the laboratories of research institutes. 

After the fourth semester students have to select a Major, in which they have to take at least two advanced courses. 

Furthermore students get to take electives which introduce them to methods or to new technologies in different research groups or teach other skills such as "English scientific writing".

The Programm is concluded in the sixth semester with an internship and bachelor thesis in one of the research groups. 

Further information about the program structure can be fund in the examination regulations.