Biodiversity: Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation

In this Master's programme, students acquire advanced knowledge and research practice in biodiversity, ecology, evolution, systematics and conservation biology. Moreover, students have access to a broad spectrum of modules across faculties for further scientific specialisation and qualification as well as professional practice. The broad spectrum of education in the fields of biology mentioned above enables students to develop their individual scientific profile. Optionally, students have the possibility to pursue a double degree in the IMABEE programme at one of the partner universities: Amsterdam (NL) or Rennes I (F). The first year is spent at the home university (60 CP) whereas the second year (60 CP) is completed at one of the partner universities, including the Master's thesis (30 CP). The MSc programme in "Biodiversity: Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation" comprises four semesters. It typically follows a BSc degree in biology/biological sciences and is extremely research-orientated. A total of 120 ECTS credits must be earned as part of this modularised MSc programme. The programme takes place in an active, internationally renowned research environment. Students acquire basic subject and methodological knowledge by attending modules that include lectures, seminars and methods courses. In addition, university-wide and cross-faculty modules can be taken in order to acquire further job-related key competences. In the fourth semester, students write the Master's thesis as an independent piece of academic work.  The MSc degree qualifies students to practice a profession or conduct research, and in particular is a prerequisite for a doctoral thesis and for working in the field of biosciences. There is a fast-track option to the faculty's consecutive PhD programmes.  Excellent English language skills are required and must be demonstrated. Basic knowledge of German is recommended. PDF Download

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Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Biology/Biosciences

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