M.Sc. Developmental, Neural and Behavioral Biology
University of Gottingen Göttingen
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- 4 semestersDuration
- 15 MayNext deadline
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About the programme
The University of Gottingen is a prestigious institution known for its strong research programs and academic excellence. The course in Developmental, Neural and Behavioral Biology is a cutting-edge program that explores the intricate processes of development, neural function, and behavior in organisms. Students in this course have the opportunity to work with leading experts in the field and gain hands-on experience through laboratory work and research projects. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of the biological mechanisms that underlie development and behavior, preparing students for careers in research, academia, and industry. Overall, the University of Gottingen offers a top-notch education in Developmental, Neural and Behavioral Biology, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to make significant contributions to the field.
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Developmental, Neural and Behavioral Biology at University of Gottingen
English language
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Applicants who are not native English speaker nor have an English degree should provide a proof of proficiency in English, which may be
a) Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: at least grade B,
b) Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: at least grade C,
c) IELTS Academic ("International English Language Testing System": at least Band 6.5,
d) ?Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE)?: level 4,
e) internet-bases test of "Test of English as a Foreign Language" (TOEFL iBT): at least 85 Punkte,
f) UNIcert: at least level ?III?,
g) further certificates and standardized certificates can be accepted upon assessment of eligibility
As a general rule passing of the test should not date back longer than two years.
German language
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Applicants who are not native German speaker nor have a German degree should provide a proof of proficiency in German which may be
Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang ausländischer Studienbewerberinnen und Studienbewerber (DSH) level 1
„Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache“ (TestDaF) level TDN-3
or equivalent tests.
As a general rule passing of the test should not date back longer than two years.
Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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-B.A.-Degree or equivalent
at least 150 ETCS at the time of application
Eligibility:
at least 125 ECTS in the field of life sciences, thereof
at least 75 ECTS (about 1800 hours) in Biology and
at least 30 ECTS (about 750 hours) in Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry/Informatics
not required
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
B.A. in Biology / Biosciences
B.A.-Degree or equivalent
at least 150 ETCS at the time of application
Eligibility:
at least 125 ECTS in the field of life sciences, thereof
at least 75 ECTS (about 1800 hours) in Biology and
at least 30 ECTS (about 750 hours) in Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry/Informatics
_Eligibility of the Bachelor degree_ is defined by at least 125 C (ECTS) in the field of life sciences, thereof at least 75 C in Biology and at least 30 C in Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry/Informatics.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Developmental, Neural and Behavioral Biology
Programme-specific documents
Application form (download pdf) https://www.uni-goettingen.de/de/document/download/418750... (opens in a new tab)
Diploma (certified copy), if the diploma is not yet on hand, the applicant should only provide an official transcript of records and an official statement of the average grade;
Transcript of records
Curriculum vitae (data sheet, in German or English) with a photograph (for »Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution« no photograph is required)
Proof of proficiency German, if native language is not German and the applicant can provide neither a German university entrance requirement nor a Bachelor degree of a German university.
Proof of proficiency English if the applicants native language is not English and he/she has no English degree
Official description of the modules (only for applicants who have not graduated at the University of Göttingen), can also be submitted as link to the electronic documents.
Letter of Motivation
Applicants from China additionally have to supply an APS of the German embassy
International applicants to MSc Molecular Life Sciences: Microbiology, Biotechnology and Biochemistry additionally need to submit a GRE subject test Biology result sheet. Since GRE subject test is no longer available, international applicants to MLS should participate in an online test by the faculty.
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Address
Dekanat der Fakultät für Biologie
und Psychologie
Dr. Maike Tech
Wilhelm-Weber-Str. 2
37073 Göttingen
Germany
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
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Semester contribution
400 EUR
per semester
Application fee
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Estimated year-1 total cost
12,704 EUR
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