Bioengineering, BSc

With a degree programme in Bioengineering (B.Sc.), you will have an interdisciplinary background and be ideally prepared to start your career in many forward-looking industries as well as in research.

Depending on the specialisations you choose during your studies, the following employers and career fields, amongst others, will be open to you:

• Industry: Careers in the chemical, pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
• Research & Development: Contributing to the development of new processes for the production of active ingredients, carrying out complex analyses and their scientific evaluation.
• Other forward-looking sectors: Agricultural technology, the food industry, and environmental and waste management.
• Public sector: Exciting areas of responsibility and roles within relevant government bodies.

In your day-to-day work, depending on the sector, you will take on a wide range of tasks and, for example, oversee and optimise industrial manufacturing processes.
 

Semesters 1–3: Biology meets technology

You will learn the key scientific fundamentals of biology, microbiology, chemistry and physics, and link these to engineering and mathematics.

In modern laboratories and in small groups, you will apply theory in practice right from the start and develop key skills such as international project management.

4th – 5th semester: Your individual specialisation

You will then delve deeper into the subject and choose exciting specialisations from the field of biotechnology, tailored to your interests (e.g. industrial biotechnology, pharmaceutical biotechnology or agricultural biotechnology).

You will work on application-oriented projects, which makes your studies particularly practical.

6th semester: Work placement or study abroad

The choice is yours: gain valuable experience in a company through an Internship, or spend an exciting semester studying abroad.

7th semester: Your degree

You will take your final elective modules and successfully complete your degree with your Bachelor’s thesis and a Colloquium.

Yes, work placement or a year abroad – the choice is yours!

The 6th semester is specifically set aside in your Degree programme for you to gain valuable practical or international experience. You have the choice between two exciting options:

Internship semester: You undertake an internship in a company – for example, in the chemical, pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, whether here in the region or abroad. In doing so, you apply your theoretical knowledge directly in a professional setting, gain practical insight into economic, social and environmental contexts, and establish your first important contacts for your career.

Semester abroad: Alternatively, you can spend the semester at a university anywhere in the world to further deepen your theoretical and practical knowledge. There, you’ll take courses worth at least 15 ECTS credits, improve your language skills in an authentic environment and strengthen your intercultural competence. If you’re planning your stay within the European Union, you may be eligible for financial support through Erasmus+.

Whatever you decide, both options will help you develop professionally and personally and look great on your CV.

To start your degree with us, you must meet one of the following requirements:

• an Unrestricted university entrance qualification or an Entrance qualification for university of applied sciences
• a qualification recognised as equivalent
• or a vocational qualification, e.g. as a master craftsman or through technical college education

These prior knowledge and skills will help you get started:

• An interest in the exciting intersection of natural sciences, engineering and biotechnological processes
• A basic understanding of scientific subjects (important for modules such as cell biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics),
• An enjoyment of intercultural exchange and teamwork, as you will be studying alongside students from over 60 countries

The following additional requirements apply to the Bioengineering degree programme:

• Admission restrictions: Please note that this degree programme is subject to admission restrictions (NC).
• English language proficiency (Certificate of Level B2 according to the Common European Framework (CEF)), as the programme is taught entirely in English.

This corresponds to seven years of English at a German school. At enrolment, you can prove your English language proficiency using your Final grade certificate if it states that you have had seven consecutive years of English lessons with a grade of ‘sufficient’ or better. Some schools state the language level (such as ‘B2’) directly on the Final grade certificate. However, you can also submit several annual reports which, taken together, demonstrate seven years of English lessons.

Your entire degree programme is taught in English. This will prepare you perfectly for careers around the world.

• A solid foundation is all you need: your English doesn’t have to be perfect at the start – all you need to get started is a B2 certificate.
• Natural language development: By interacting with fellow students from all over the world (currently from over 60 countries), you’ll improve your language skills without even realising it.
• Additional support: If you’d like to practise your English in a more targeted way, our accompanying language courses are here to help.

In accordance with Section 62a of the Higher Education Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (HG NRW), this degree programme is suitable for part-time study.