Biophysical Chemisty

“Nature is a permanently open book.”
Master's degree programme, full-time study mode, single-subject, Czech, 2 years →
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The aim of the Biophysical Chemistry Master Program (N BFCH) is to provide students with detailed physicochemical view on biological systems and processes. N BFCH learning blocks focus on advanced knowledge in the field and systematically follow-up on basic information acquired in undergraduate program. Emphasis is placed on deepening knowledge in both theoretical and experimental research methods of biological systems, reflecting the relationship between structure and function of biomolecules.
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After successfully completing his/her studies the graduate is able to:

  • understand the physico-chemical nature of biological processes in wide context;
  • master modern methods of research at the borderline of physics, chemistry and biology
  • design and study of new molecules with specific physico-chemical properties;
  • aply new biophysical approaches in both research and practice (biotechnology, biomedicine);
  • present and interpret research results in both native and English languages;
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Graduates in Biophysical Chemistry will find a wide range of carrier possibilities not only in chemical laboratories focused on basic research, but also in developmental and operational laboratories linked to health care, pharmacy and food. Best alumni will be ready for solving research tasks within doctoral studies of Physical or Structural chemistry focused on biological systems.
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In compiling the study plan, students must comply with the Provisions of the Study and Examination Regulations of the faculty, as well as Rules and Conditions for the Development of the Curriculum in a given programme. As a starting point they can use the Recommended Study Plan, which evenly distributes the Master degree study in standard two-year period and ensures that students fulfill prerequisites for graduating from a university in a standard period of time.

The study plan for Master's degree in Biophysical Chemistry is designed so that each student can (except for obligatory courses) choose courses focused on his or her interest. The Master's degree graduate will handle chemical, physical and selected biological disciplines on higher level that Bachelor's study.

Mandatory courses taught in chemistry programmes, including biophysical chemistry, are: lectures, relevant seminars, laboratory exercises and a course focused on writing a Diploma's thesis. Optional courses are those which are taught at the Faculty of Science and other faculties of Masaryk University, and the students are permitted to enrol in them. The selection of optional courses is determined by the obligation to earn a minimum of 120 credits for all courses, including at least 108 credits for courses in the field of chemical sciences. Elective courses particularly suitable for an graduate study programme in chemistry are listed in the study plan as recommended optional courses.

In developing the study plan, each student must adhere to the following terms and conditions. They have to:

1) enroll in all compulsory courses in the recommended study plan. The enrollment in some courses of the following semester, though, can exceptionally be predetermined by the successful completion of a course in the previous semester;

2) complete a compulsory course in each academic year without the credit rating: C7777, Handling Chemical Substances. This course is completed by successfully passing a test. Completing C7777 is a prerequisite for admission to all courses in which handling chemicals (laboratory, a separate project, thesis, etc.)takes place;

3) complete successfully all compulsory and selective courses, respecting the established continuity, before the Master's final state examination;

4) earn at least 120 credits from all compulsory, optional and selective courses;

5) write a diploma thesis on a given topic;

6) be successful in all components of the graduate state examination (the defence of diploma thesis and the Master final state examination).

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Practical training is an obligatory part of the study plan (3 weeks, C6960) without credit rating.
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The condition for the proper completion of the N BFCH study is to successfully complete a thesis defense and oral state examination. The defense board comprises an external reviewer, a supervisor and at least three other members, including a chairman.
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After completion of the Master's studies, it is possible to continue further studies in Doctor's degree programmes in chemistry, biology or biophysics (after satisfying the admission requirements). The graduates are also prepared to study chemistry in the doctoral programme at universities abroad.
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Field of study specifications

Field of Study: Biophysical Chemisty
Abbreviation: BIOF
Code: 1407T010
Type: master's degree programme (following the bachelor's one)
Degree: Mgr.
Accreditation: to 31/12/2024
Programme: N1407 N-CH Chemistry
Faculty of Science
Field of study guaranteed by:
Faculty of Science
Field guarantor:
prof. RNDr. Libuše Trnková, CSc.

Link to a website: http://www.sci.muni.cz/~labifel/

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