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Step 1 - Find your Study Program
University of Leipzig
Leipzig
Biodiversity | Ecology & Evolution
Subjects: Biodiversity;Ecology
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
In this English-language master’s degree programme, you will delve into biodiversity research, ecology, and evolutionary research. Over four semesters, you will explore the latest research questions through experiments, field observations, and virtual experiments. You will gain hands-on experience with a variety of laboratory, field, and computer methods, ready for application. You will also learn to critically interpret your results and present them effectively.
Program Information
| Study Location | Leipzig |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 270 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
Knowledge of English at B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related subject (for example, geoecology, landscape ecology, agricultural science, forestry, environmental sciences, bioinformatics) with biological specialisation Knowledge of English at B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.An aptitude test is required for this degree programme. More information can be found on the institute’s page. The faculty will check whether the above requirements have been met and then issue an official notification. This serves as proof that the candidate meets the relevant admission requirements.
Document Requirements
application form (to fill in online via the application platform uni-assist) secondary school leaving certificate, including subject grades (e.g. Baccalaureate, School Leaving Certificate, A Levels) evidence of all completed degrees (e.g. bachelor’s, Diplom) Transcript of Records detailing all past academic achievements certificate of language proficiency CV in German or English applicants from China, India and Vietnam only – please refer to the APS webpages for the currently applicable terms and conditions: APS China, APS India, APS Vietnam if applicable: proof of having passed the aptitude test (EFP) or the evaluation of subject-specific admission requirements (FZV)
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Admission Exam |
| Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist |
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