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M.Sc. Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution

University of Gottingen Göttingen

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  • Winter intake
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  • Bilingual
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 May
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About the programme

The University of Gottingen is a prestigious institution known for its strong emphasis on research and academic excellence. The course in Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution is a highly sought-after program that offers students the opportunity to explore the intricate relationships between different species and their environments. With a focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, students are equipped with the tools to understand and address pressing environmental issues. The program also provides opportunities for hands-on fieldwork and research projects, allowing students to gain valuable experience in the field. Overall, the University of Gottingen's Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution course provides a comprehensive and rigorous education for those passionate about the natural world.

Specialization

following are the areas of specializations - Evolution - Ecology - Conservation Biology

Fields of study

Environmental Engineering(Engineering)
Ecology & Climate(Earth & Environmental)
Biology(Natural Sciences)

How to apply

ChannelDirect to university
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Requirements

What you need to apply for Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution at University of Gottingen

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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Proof of English language skills if English is not your native language: (level C1) through an internationally recognized test (TOEFL at least 89 points, UNIcert level III, CAE/CEF)

German language

German for application
B2
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Proof of German language skills at least at B2 level (or proof of German language skills at B1 level additionally obligatory study-accompanying German courses

Academic requirements

Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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university bachelor's degree or equivalent in a biologically oriented field of life and environmental sciences. Admission is based on the application process in accordance with the admission regulations (pdf).

I. Qualification for admission

1. Bachelor's degree program / Professional competence

Generally eligible

a. who can prove that he has completed a completed bachelor's degree in the area of ​​180 C

b. or who has not yet completed a degree program at the time of application but has earned at least 150 credits in a relevant Bachelor's degree program. The average grade determined from previous examinations is taken into account in the entire procedure instead of the Bachelor grade, regardless of whether the result of the Bachelor examination deviates from this.

The prerequisite for the professional qualification of the preliminary studies is the proof of achievements in the natural sciences amounting to at least 125 C, including achievements in the field of biology to the extent of at least 50 C.

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

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

Prerequisites

B.Sc. (or equivalent) in a biologically oriented discipline of life or environmental sciences; sufficient knowledge in German (to be proven by successful completion of a language test such as TestDaF or an equivalent test).

1. university bachelor's degree or equivalent in a biologically oriented subject of life and environmental sciences.

2. proficiency in English (C1) and German (B1)

3. evaluation of modules by the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution

Programme-specific documents

1. Application for admission ( download pdf )

2. Certificate of completion ( certified copy ), if a diploma is not yet available, a certificate of the services provided, the credits and the average grade (Transcript of records);

3. Transcript of records

4. tabular CV (German or English) with photo (for the course »Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution« without photo)

5. German language certificate , if the native language is not German and neither a German university entrance qualification nor a Bachelor's degree at a German university is proven

6. English language certificate if the native language is not English

Module descriptions of the modules in the Bachelor (only external applicants) can also be submitted in the form of a link.

7. Motivation letter

8. Applicants from China are required to submit an APS certificate from the German Embassy in Beijing in addition to the documents mentioned above.

9. From WS 2020/21: International applicants for the Molecular Life Sciences program: Microbiology, Biotechnology and Biochemistry would also have to submit the results of a GRE test.

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution at University of Gottingen

Application procedure

Applicants must first register via an online form . The application documents must be uploaded via the university's upload portal by 15 May of the respective year.

http://bioportal.uni-goettingen.de/ (opens in a new tab)

Selection process

http://www.uni-goettingen.de/de/149171.html (opens in a new tab)

II. Selection procedure

A selection procedure will only take place if there are more eligible applicants than study places. For the selection process, a ranking list of the points achieved in the »Special Suitability« (see 3.) is created.

Special suitability

Only those candidates who can demonstrate special qualifications will be admitted to the degree program . The particular suitability is evaluated using a points system.

a) Bachelor's degree (max 51 points)

b) Specialized knowledge of the degree program (maximum 39 points)

A selection process only takes place if there are more applicants entitled to admission than study places. For the selection process, a ranking list of the points achieved in »Particular Suitability« (see 3.) is drawn up.

Application quick facts

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Direct to university

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

0 EUR

Address

Dr Dirk Gansert, Untere Karspüle 2, 37073 Göttingen

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

400 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,704 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

Currently, there are no tuition fees for international students at the University of Göttingen.

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