Insect Biotechnology & Bioresources

Subjects: Insectology;Biotechnology;Bioresources

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

The English Master’s program in Insect Biotechnology and Bioresources is a collaborative effort by the Faculty 09 Agricultural Sciences, Nutritional Sciences, and Environmental Management, the Faculty 08 Biology and Chemistry, and the Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen University of Applied Sciences. Insects, with over a million scientifically described species, represent the largest group of organisms on Earth. This interdisciplinary field of insect biotechnology delves into the potential of insects and their associated micro- and macroorganisms as new bioresources for various sectors, including medicine, plant protection, pharmacy, industrial food, and biotechnology. Throughout your studies, you will engage deeply with the systematics and ecology of insects. You will gain specific scientific and technical knowledge, and learn various research methods to explore insects and their associated organisms. These studies aim to uncover new resources for food, luxury food, enzymes, and bioactive natural products, ultimately refining fully-developed products. The program emphasizes research and practical relevance, featuring a high level of interdisciplinary approaches and projects. This ensures that you not only learn theoretical concepts but also apply them in real-world scenarios, preparing you for a future in this innovative field.

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

either: TOEFL-Test ITB (internet-based test) with at least 95 points or IELTS-Test with at least grade of 7 in the academic test; or: Proof of obtaining a local higher education entrance qualification in one of the following countries: Australia, Ireland, Canada, New Zealand, USA, United Kingdom, South Africa; or: Proof of a Bachelor’s degree in English in one of the following countries: Australia, Ireland, Canada, New Zealand, USA, United Kingdom, South Africa; or: Proof of the UNIcert III certificate

Qualification Requirements

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 180 ECTS-points in one of the following scientific fields: Agricultural Sciences Biology Biotechnology Chemistry Food Chemistry Other Bachelor's degrees can be accepted as an equivalent degree by the board of examiners. The application includes a letter of motivation with 500 words (+/- 10%) outlining the candidate’s personal motivation and his or her subject-specific knowledge. Applications will be examined individually as to whether the study requirements are fulfilled. A specialist commission at JLU will then finally decide on the admission. The criteria for the evaluation of the motivation letter are given in the examination regulations. We cannot provide information on the status of acceptance before the application process is fully completed.

Document Requirements

If you are enrolling in the civil engineering or digital media systems degree programs: proof of participation in the study orientation process. If you enroll for Studium Plus: Confirmation of registration for the selected course of study. If you are enrolling in the midwifery science course: the registration certificate from the health department If applicable, certificate of the duration of attendance at a preparatory college (number of semesters) a copy of your valid ID card or passport (if you have dual nationality, you only need to provide proof of the nationality you declared first) Exmatriculation certificate(s) and additional study certificate(s), course progress certificate(s) or study period certificate(s). If you have already been enrolled at several universities or in several study programs and/or vocational academies, please provide evidence of each “study station” with the corresponding exmatriculation certificate . The certificate(s) should contain the following information: number of university semesters, subject semesters, course of study or courses with degree title (if you are enrolled in several courses at a university) and, if applicable, semesters of leave. If this information is not included in the exmatriculation certificate(s), please also enclose relevant certificates of study, certificates of study time or certificates of study progress. Proof of completed first degree (copy) If you are enrolling for a second degree, please add e.g. B. Enclose your diploma or bachelor's certificate. The degree program as well as the degree achieved, examination grade and examination date must be stated in the final document. If you have multiple degrees (e.g. Bachelor's and Master's degrees), the corresponding final documents must be submitted for each successfully completed degree program.