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MSc Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution at Leipzig University

Leipzig University, Germany

Programme overview

English-taught master's programme covering biodiversity research, ecology and evolution. Over four semesters students work on current research questions through experiments, field observations and virtual experiments.

Faculty: Fakultät für Lebenswissenschaften  |  Department: Institut für Biologie  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time; taught in English  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany

What you will study

Subject modules combining modern biodiversity research with a strong grounding in organismal and molecular ecology and evolution.

Career pathways

Many paths into science and the private sector, given the importance of biological diversity for society.

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Application information

Entry requirements

First professional degree in biology or a related subject with a biological specialisation (e.g. geoecology, landscape ecology, agricultural science, forestry, environmental science, bioinformatics), with proof of knowledge in at least six listed areas (such as botany, zoology, systematics, physiology, microbiology, genetics, ecology, nature conservation biology, biogeography, biochemistry, bioinformatics) totalling 60 credit points; English at CEFR B2; students whose degree is not yet complete must show it will be reached before the master's starts. Locally restricted admission (numerus clausus). Application period: 02.05. – 31.05.; portal: AlmaWeb.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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