MSc Meeresbiologie at University of Rostock

Programme overview

Master in Marine Biology (Meeresbiologie), a highly interdisciplinary field on the oceans and coastal regions that cover two thirds of the planet and are still little explored in many respects.

Faculty: Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Fakultät | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; German-taught | Intake: Winter semester (October) | Location: Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

What you will study

Four semesters with 11 compulsory modules (two with internal options) and about seven elective-compulsory modules, centred on demanding scientific concepts and methods of marine biology and specialist knowledge of the chosen specialisation.

Career pathways

Qualified for complex tasks in science or demanding development work in industry, for example in environmental associations, ministries, marine museums and media.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree qualifying for a profession (usually a Bachelor). Local numerus clausus: admission is competitive and based on grades. First degree in biosciences (at least 180 credit points) or an equivalent one; English at B2 for all students; local numerus clausus. International applicants: German C1 (CEFR).

Intake: Winter semester (October)

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-rostock.de/studium/deutsche-studieninteressierte/studienplatzbewerbung/

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