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BSc Biologie (Biology) at Leipzig University

Leipzig University, Germany

Programme overview

Introduces the foundations of general and applied biology, combining theoretical content with practical laboratory work and experiments. Prepares for work in biology or a master's programme.

Faculty: Fakultät für Lebenswissenschaften  |  Department: Institut für Biologie  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time; taught in German  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany

What you will study

The study of living nature, including structure, function, development, evolution and distribution of organisms, from molecule to ecosystem.

Career pathways

Work in fields needing basic biology knowledge and a scientifically sound assessment of biology-related questions, or a master's programme.

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Application information

Entry requirements

General or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (Allgemeine or Fachgebundene Hochschulreife). No special language requirements at the start. Locally restricted admission (numerus clausus). Last selection NC (cut-off average grade): 1,3. Application period: 02.05. – 15.07.; portal: DoSV.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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