The Bachelor's degree programme in Bioelectronics Engineering combines the fascinating worlds of electrical engineering and life sciences and prepares you specifically for interdisciplinary future fields. In six semesters, you will acquire in-depth knowledge of mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry and engineering. Many courses are practice-orientated and include accompanying labs and experiments.
The BEE modules, which explicitly deal with topics at the interface between biology and electrical engineering, are a speciality. After an introductory BEE lecture to teach the basics, the BEE applications lecture provides an early insight into areas of application in bioelectronics, in particular information processing in biological and electrotechnical systems, as well as energy generation. Students are also given the opportunity to assemble their own Thorlabs microscope in order to experimentally understand optical and physical principles. Another module, "Nano- and Bioelectronic Systems", offers insights into the production and characterisation of nanomaterials for sensors and electronics.
In the further course of the programme, students can hone their individual profile through an elective area. There are two pillars to choose from here: Life Sciences and Engineering Sciences. In order to ensure a broad education, it is necessary to take modules from both areas. The options range from molecular biotechnology, neurobiology and organic chemistry to optoelectronics, electromagnetic compatibility and molecular electronics. In addition, there are special bridging modules that specifically promote interdisciplinary skills.
In addition to the specialist modules, the degree programme places great emphasis on interdisciplinary qualifications. An English course is particularly recommended in order to be prepared for the international scientific and working world. Students also have the opportunity to apply their knowledge in an industrial internship or an interdisciplinary team project. In the internship, they work on real tasks in companies, while in the team project they work on research questions from university working groups. Both formats offer valuable insights into professional practice and promote teamwork and scientific presentation skills.
The programme concludes with the Bachelor's thesis in the sixth semester. This ensures that graduates are not only professionally qualified, but also able to solve complex scientific problems independently - a valuable skill for career entry or further Master's programmes.
