MSc Marine Microbiology at University of Bremen

Microorganisms in the ocean are fundamentally important for the preservation of our biosphere. They significantly influence our immediate environment and the global climate, while playing central roles in maintaining global biogeochemical cycles. Despite this overwhelming importance, many of the fundamental roles and relationships remain largely unexplored.

Faculty: Faculty 02: Biology / Chemistry  |  Duration: 3 semesters (1.5 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Bremen, Bremen, Germany

What you will study

The students should familiarize themselves with the latest approaches and most recent methods of marine research in general, with emphasis on marine microbiology and molecular ecology, as well as on marine biogeochemistry and the microbial impact on global climate. Students will explore, analyze and understand the many links between microbial diversity and functions and the global biosphere, especially the oceans.

Career pathways

The main occupational activities of our graduates are found at universities, administration (authorities, politics), industry, medicine, consulting companies, associations, environmental organizations, and in further education. A very high proportion of students continue with a PhD project.

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