BSc Biology at University of Greifswald

The B.Sc. Biology gives a broad theoretical and practical education in biological and general science subjects, with strengths in molecular biology, ecology and evolutionary biology. In the third year students specialise in one of seven focus areas and write their bachelor thesis there.

Faculty: Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Fakultät  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time; German-taught, some English-language modules  |  Intake: Wintersemester (October)  |  Location: Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

What you will study

Eight basic modules in year one and six subject modules in year two (zoology, botany, physiology, microbiology and genetics, biochemistry and cytology, ecology and evolution), then a chosen specialisation with practical phases and the thesis in year three.

Career pathways

Research (pharma and biotech companies, basic research), analytical laboratories (food, water quality, soil), environmental protection and landscape management, and environmental education.

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