Biotechnology

In order to join in on the transition from an oil-based to bio-based industry and sustainable energy supply, this master’s program offers students the chance to participate in the solution development for crucial issues of our future. Particularly, graduates acquire advanced knowledge in bioeconomics, especially in the fields of environment and nutrition, among many other disciplines.

Graduates are well prepared for joining the transition from oil-based to bio-based industry and sustainable energy supply. Alumni have found exciting opportunities in solution development for the issues of the future, such as food supply for the world’s population and climate change.

With around 4000 students enrolled, the Offenburg University understands the importance of a safe and friendly environment. This is why the school offers a set of services able to help and advise future graduates from the very beginning. This means assisting in finding accommodation, individual advice by the program coordinators, German summer language school, cultural programs, sports events, job application training, and much more! Additionally, the university offers the unique Senior Service initiative, bringing together senior citizens and international students so they can be fully immersed in the new culture.

Because Offenburg University is committed to developing the best possible professionals in the market, since very early in the program, students enjoy very well-equipped labs and facilities and are taught in small student-teacher ratio groups of around 20 students per batch so they can have the personal attention from professors all the time, additionally, the campus is in very close connection to the surrounding industries, with possibilities for practical training and internships where they can write their master’s thesis.

The Offenburg University’s teaching staff is made up of university professors with a minimum experience of 3 years in private companies, academics from German and foreign universities, and professionals from a multitude of areas, particularly in the fields of environment and nutrition.