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83 Best Life Sciences Programs in Germany

There are 83 Life Sciences programs in Germany, spread across 34 universities — most run 4 years. The list starts with courses at Heidelberg University, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie and Universität Hamburg.

49Master's Degree
EU Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald logo
#57 in Germany Germany

Biochemie

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Master's degree in Biochemistry at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald offers a comprehensive study of biochemical processes and their relevance to life science...

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50Master's Degree
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#57 in Germany Germany

Biodiversity, Ecology & Evolution

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Master's degree in Biodiversity, Ecology & Evolution at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald provides a comprehensive exploration of life sciences, focusing on t...

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Life Sciences
51Bachelor's Degree
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#57 in Germany Germany

Biologie

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald provides students with a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences. The curriculum...

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Life Sciences
52Master's Degree
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#57 in Germany Germany

Evangelische Theologie

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Master's program in Evangelische Theologie at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald offers an in-depth exploration of Protestant theology, integrating historical,...

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53Master's Degree
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#57 in Germany Germany

Humanbiologie

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — Course OverviewThe Master's degree in Human Biology at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald offers a comprehensive insight into various biological sciences with a sp...

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Life Sciences
54Master's Degree
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#57 in Germany Germany

Infection Biology & Immunology

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Master's Degree in Infection Biology & Immunology at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald delves into the complex mechanisms that underpin infections and the imm...

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Life Sciences
55Bachelor's Degree
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#58 in Germany Germany

Biologie Lehramt

Universität Siegen — The Bachelor's degree in Biologie Lehramt at Universität Siegen encompasses a comprehensive study of biological sciences aimed at preparing students for a career in educa...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Wintersemester, SommersemesterIntake
Life Sciences
56Master's Degree
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#62 in Germany Germany

Applied Neurosciences in Sports & Exercise

Universität Paderborn — The Master's degree in Applied Neurosciences in Sports & Exercise at Universität Paderborn is designed for those interested in the intricate relationship between neurosci...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
WintersemesterIntake
Life Sciences
57Master's Degree
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#65 in Germany Germany

Agriculture, Ecology and Societies

Universität Kassel — The Master's program in Agriculture, Ecology and Societies at Universität Kassel provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complexities of agricultural...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
58Master's Degree
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#65 in Germany Germany

Biology

Universität Kassel — The Master's degree in Biology at Universität Kassel offers a comprehensive exploration of biological sciences, emphasizing both theoretical frameworks and practical appl...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
60Bachelor's Degree
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#90 in Germany Germany

Biotechnologie

Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) — The Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) offers students a comprehensive foundation in the biological sciences, engi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
61Master's Degree
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#112 in Germany Germany

Biotechnologie

Technische Fachhochschule Berlin — The Master’s degree in Biotechnology at Technische Fachhochschule Berlin offers an interdisciplinary approach that combines biological sciences, engineering, and technolo...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Apr. & Okt.Intake
Life Sciences
62Master's Degree
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#117 in Germany Germany

Applied Life Sciences

Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern — The Master's Degree in Applied Life Sciences at Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern offers a comprehensive curriculum that bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and pra...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
63Bachelor's Degree
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#117 in Germany Germany

Medizin und Biowissenschaften

Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern — The Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Biosciences at Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern offers students a comprehensive insight into the fields of medicine and biological scie...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
64Master's Degree
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#117 in Germany Germany

Medizin und Biowissenschaften Master

Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern — The Master’s program in Medicine and Life Sciences at Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between medicin...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
66Master's Degree
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#125 in Germany Germany

Bioinformatik und Systembiologie (konsekutiv)

Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen — Der Masterstudiengang in Bioinformatik und Systembiologie an der Fachhochschule Gießen-Friedberg bietet eine umfassende Ausbildung in den Bereichen Computerwissenschaften...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences
67Master's Degree
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#125 in Germany Germany

Bioinformatik und Systembiologie (konsekutiv)

Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen — The Master's degree in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology at Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen is designed for students keen to explore the intersection of biology and d...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Life Sciences

Life Sciences at other levels

How these courses are ranked

10 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #80 (Heidelberg University) to #526 (Friedrich-Schiller Universität Jena); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Heidelberg University has the largest research record in this group, with 44,319,490 citations and an h-index of 1,646. 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 42 master's, 37 bachelor's and 1 phd / doctorate. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (67% of courses with a stated intake) and Fall (66% of courses with a stated intake). Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen offers the widest choice, with 8 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Life Sciences in Germany?

Heidelberg University (QS World #80), Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (QS World #98) and Universität Hamburg (QS World #193) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Life Sciences course take in Germany?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Life Sciences courses start in Germany?

Spring is the main intake — 67% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Fall is the second.

Which university has the most Life Sciences courses in Germany?

Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen, with 8, ahead of Universität Leipzig (6).

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