Overview

Education

The programme is conducted entirely in English and the curriculum has been designed in such a way that students spend app. 50 % of their studies at the University of South Bohemia and 50 % of their studies at JKU Linz. The programme provides concentrated and in-depth instruction in areas of biological chemistry, chemistry, and biology.

It is unique in its emphasis on multidisciplinarity, comprehensive thinking, international teamwork, and communication skills. The cross-border bachelor's study programme Biological Chemistry benefits from high-quality chemistry programmes and research at the Faculty of Technology and Science JKU in Linz and biology/biochemistry programmes and research at the Faculty of Science USB.

The advantage of the study is not only in receiving excellent knowledge of the English language, but also broad knowledge in chemistry, biology, and related fields. Students of the double-degree bachelor's study programme Biological Chemistry work on two separate bachelor theses and thus receive two BSc degrees and diplomas, one from the University of South Bohemia and the other from the Johannes Kepler University.

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Programme Structure

Curriculum includes courses such as Biochemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Clinical Biochemistry, Biophysics, Bioinformatics, Biopharmacy, Biostatistics, Biogeochemistry, Optical Methods, Biology of Animals, Biology of Plants, Biology of Microorganisms.

A high portion of the curriculum is covered by laboratory practicals.

Courses include:

Biochemistry
Mathematics
Physics
Biology
Analytical Chemistry
General and Inorganic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Informatics
Communications and Ethics
Physical Chemistry

Molecular Biology
Elective subjects

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Budweis, Czech Republic

Disciplines

Chemistry Biology Natural Sciences

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The programme is conducted entirely in English - B2 level is required for admission. Non-natively English-speaking participants have to attend the courses titled “English for Chemists". Participants with proof of proficient knowledge of English do not have to take these courses (recognition process required). For them, we recommend alternative language courses, e.g., in Czech.

Applicants must prove a completed secondary education (in case of foreign applicants - validated documents proving the completed level of education and completed courses).

Applicants must prove at least three years of chemistry and three years of mathematics during their secondary school studies; otherwise, an entrance test from basics of chemistry and mathematics will be required.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

500 CZK / year

≈ 500 CZK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

500 CZK / year

≈ 500 CZK / year

Living costs

Ceské Budejovice

Czech Republic

11440 - 18500 CZK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

The students are supported by various stipends from USB and JKU during their studies.

The students of the University of South Bohemia may benefit from the following:

merit-based scholarship
premium scholarship for excellent research, development and innovation, artistic or other creative results
scholarship to support research, development and innovation activities of students
bursary
extraordinary scholarship
scholarship for students with special needs
grant to support the development of co-operation with practice
accommodation bursary
grant in support of studies abroad
grant in support of studies in the Czech Republic

basic scholarship for students of doctoral degree programmes

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Scholarships Information

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