Biology (Master)

For advanced students, specialization is now the order of the day: anyone who has passed a Bachelor's examination in biology or an equivalent course of study opens the door to the subsequent Master's course. Here, students at the University of Kassel have the opportunity to deepen their studies in an individually tailored way.

It is therefore necessary to decide on one of three scientific specializations: Molecular Biology of the Cell, Biodiversity and Evolutionary Biology or Environmental and Agricultural Biology. By having the opportunity to acquire individual key competencies in in-depth research at a top international level, students create a distinctive and therefore sought-after professional profile. Unlike the Bachelor's degree course, there are no admission restrictions for the Master's degree course in Biology, which leads to a Master of Science (M.Sc.). The admission requirement is a passed Bachelor's examination in Biology or an equivalent degree course. The standard period of study for the Master's degree course, including the Master's thesis and Master's colloquium, is four semesters. The Master's program at the University of Kassel begins in the summer or winter semester.

The course language is German, however, proof of sufficient knowledge of English at level B2 must be provided. This is necessary for dealing with specialist literature and with a view to future employment. After successful completion of the course, interesting career options in a wide range of sectors and industries await: In the pharmaceutical and food industry, with authorities, in zoological or botanical gardens, in natural history museums, in the field of environmental assessments, in the monitoring of clinical studies or in scientific research. Many graduates use the M.Sc. in Biology as the basis for a possible doctorate and thus as a perfect springboard for a scientific career.