MA/MS in Biology

The master's programme in biology is research-oriented and taught mainly in English. It trains students to understand complex biological systems and to apply modern methods and techniques. After some compulsory lectures, students shape their own focus by combining modules. The result can be highly specialised, for instance in molecular life sciences, or broad, drawing on modules from several areas. Elective areas include biology, medicine, advanced topics in biological resilience, career perspectives and cross-curricular skills, followed by advanced methods and the master's thesis. A preparatory course is offered before the start. Teaching takes place in well equipped laboratories and classrooms, and the botanical garden serves as a special place for learning. Students can begin in either the summer or the winter semester.