M.Sc. Biology

Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) Giessen

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  • 4 semesters
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  • 15 Aug
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About the programme

The Master's in Biology at Justus Liebig University Giessen is a research-oriented programme of 4 semesters and 120 credit points that gives you access to science through the university's research focus areas in biology. You choose a specialisation area such as Molecular Biology, Ecology, Evolution and Nature Conservation, or Biomedicine, and you get insight into ongoing research projects or even take part in them. The programme builds independent work in biology on solid theory, deeper subject and method skills, interdisciplinary skills and the ability to work independently in science and research, including a doctorate. A four-week project placement, usually in the third semester, introduces you to the lab where you will write your Master's thesis. Besides prior knowledge of biology, you should have a good understanding of English.

Specialization

Students can choose across: Molecular Biology Ecology, Evolution and Nature Conservation Biomedicine

Fields of study

Biology(Natural Sciences)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Biology at Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU)

English language

IELTS Overall
5/ 9.0

German language

German for application
B2
German for enrollment
B2

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
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Prerequisites

Entrance requirements

The requirement for acceptance into the Master`s course is a completed Bachelor`s degree in Biology with a final mark of good or better.

In addition the board of examiners can recognise further scientific and biomedical degree courses as equivalent after individual examination. This applies in particular to:

  • Biochemistry
  • Bioinformatics
  • Biomedicine
  • Biotechnology
  • Human Biology
  • Molecular Biology

With these courses of study, the studies done so far must present the following subject profile: broad scientific training with the necessary and relevant basics of biology and also, if possible, in chemistry, mathematics/statistics and physics, with a clear emphasis on biology or closely-related subjects.

In the case of students with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, physics or mathematics, this is regarded as giving a biology profile, if in the Bachelor`s course biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, biometry, biophysics, biotechnology, human biology or molecular biology have been completed successfully as major or minor subjects.

Language requirements

English language skills at level B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) are required for the degree programme. Proof of this must be provided by

a) the Abitur certificate,

b) upper secondary school reports or proof of at least four years of schooling in English,

c) Proof of successfully completed language courses, whereby at least 120 hours of instruction must be demonstrated,

d) specialised reports or lector examinations on language skills acquired through stays abroad, university language courses or self-study,

e) Proof of a UNIcert level I qualification,

f) proof of a TOEFL test (computer-based score of at least 43, written test with at least 550 points) or

g) another certificate recognised as equivalent by the examination board.

Proof of the above-mentioned English language skills must be provided within the first 2 semesters. In cases of doubt, the Examination Board decides on the fulfilment of the admission requirements

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Biology

Programme-specific documents

Your school-leaving certificate (this may in certain cases take the form of a listing of the subject grades achieved in your last year of school; if applicable, also an academic transcript and/or diploma from a university already attended) and a translation of these documents (into English or German). Translations are only accepted from accredited translators who are authorized to issue official translations in their respective home country. We accept documents in German and English.

-applicants for a Master's programme also need the complete Transcript of Records and the Bachelor's certificate as well as their translation (if applicable - we accept documents in English or German) by accredited translators (i.e., translators who are authorized to issue official translations in their respective home country).

-proof of your language proficiency (depending on your subject of study: German and/or English, or additional languages). If you do not yet have sufficient German language skills to apply, please apply for the "Deutschkurs/German language course" to take part in an intensive German language course to prepare you for your studies at JLU.

-a copy of the page in your passport showing your name and passport photo

-payment to uni-assist

-Application portal (please register with uni-assist before filling in the online application for JLU Gießen).

Required documents especially for Students belonging to India to apply in a Master's program at JLU

1. Printed and duly signed application form with passport size photo (not older than 6

months)

2. Copy of APS fee transfer receipt. ☐

3. Copy of Aadhaar card with linked mobile number. ☐

4. Copy of passport (1st and last page) ☐

5. Copy of Class X Marksheet and Certificate ☐

6. Copy of Class XII marksheet and certificate. ☐

7. Copy of Class XII admit card, if available. ☐

8. Copy of marksheets of all semesters. ☐

9. Copy of the bachelor degree. In case the degree has not yet been issued, the

provisional certificate issued by the College will be accepted.

(Not older than 1 year)

☐

10. Copy of the Master’s degree and transcripts. (if applicable)

11. Copy of language certificate – German and/or English ☐

12. Copy of signed Student Authorization Letter – German and/or English

This programme applies via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Biology at Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU)

Application quick facts

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uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.

Mode

online

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

75 EUR

Address

Dr. Patrick Schubert

Heinrich-Buff Ring 58 ("old chemistry building"), room 0278 (2nd floor, South)

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

304.8 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,514 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

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