Course: Cancer and Immunity M.Sc.
- Medicine
The International Master's degree program with focus on Cancer research and Immunology is research oriented. The students will get profound knowledge about current research in the field of cancer research as well as of immunology and will have the opportunity to perform two half-year long internships in two different research laboratories. You can find more information here: https://www.uni-regensburg.de/medicine/cancer-immunity/ (external link, opens in a new window)
The most important facts at a glance
Program Profile
The International Master's degree program has a focus on Cancer research and Immunology research. The students will get profound knowledge about current research in the field of cancer research as well as of immunology and will have the opportunity to perform two internships with each 6 months in two different research laboratories.
Is this the right program for me?
You are interested in life sciences and research? You already finished a bachelor´s degree in biology, biomedicine, molecular medicine or other life sciences? Then you can apply and deepen your knowledge and extend your skills about cancer research and immunity.
What makes this program special?
The program is focussed on research. You can take part in individual internships in reseach groups - for example at the Leibniz Institute for Immunotherapy (LIT).
What can I do with this degree?
You can start your own PhD project and stay in academic research. You can also join a research company in the biomedical field.
Structure of the Program
Structure
The Master's program is spread over four semesters.
Lectures and method courses are offered in the first semester. These courses will equip the student with a thorough understanding of Immunology as well as of Cancer Research. Furthermore, the students will learn the basics of Bioinformatic as it is currently used in research labs.
From the second semester onwards, students can take part in individual internships in reseach groups focused on immunological or cancer-related research. Prior to their first internship, the students will perform thorough literature research to their upcoming project and formulate a hypothesis for their research question which they can test in the following internship.
Study Plan
Internationalization
You will meet many international researchers during your study program in Regensburg. You can also go abroad and study for one or more semesters at another University.
Internship
Three internships are already embedded in your curriculum. If you would like to do more work placements, we can help you find suitable laboratories and industrial partners.
Student Life & Services
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| Admission Restrictions / Selection Procedure | no |
| Pre-registration Procedure | no |
| Eligibility Test / Aptitude Test | yes |
| Placement Test | no |
| Subject-Specific Language Requirements | no |
| German Language Certificate for Students with Foreign University Entrance Qualification | no |
| Other Requirements | no |
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Details Requirements
Eligibility Test / Aptitude Test
The application has two steps.
Step 1: Please sent the following documents. Diploma with final grade between 1.0 and 2.0, Transcript of records, curriculum vitae, English language certificate, and an essay.
Step 2: Interview about methodological knowledge, specialist knowledge and interdisciplinary thinking.
After the interview, the committee decides on the suitability of the candidate for the Master´s programme.
You can find more information here: https://www.uni-regensburg.de/medicine/cancer-immunity/ (external link, opens in a new window)
Subject-Specific Language Requirements
You need proof of sufficient knowledge of the English language at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR); this level can alternatively be proven by an equivalent TOEFL test (with 80 points) or other equivalent proof (e.g. first degree in an English-language degree program). Proof of knowledge of the German language is not neccessary. There will be a course in the first semester to learn German at level A1.
Access, application and enrolment
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Course-related information and advice
If you have any questions about the program, the requirements and the specific structure of the courses, please contact the
Course-related information and advice
Central Student Advisory Service
The Central Student Advisory Service (ZSB) can help you with any questions you may have about your studies – from choosing a degree program to completing your studies successfully.
If necessary, the ZSB will refer you to the appropriate contact persons.