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The single-subject Master's in Biology at Kiel University (CAU) runs for 4 semesters and emphasises research. You study living things from their molecular make-up to their role in ecosystems, and the evolutionary processes behind biological complexity, with close links to biochemistry, medicine and biophysics. You set your own focus from a wide range of electives built around CAU research areas such as marine biology, biotechnology, developmental biology, evolutionary research, genetics, molecular biology, ecology, physiology and cell biology, and you learn practical research methods in small groups. After an introductory module, you choose 25 credit points of biology electives and 15 credit points from across CAU in the first two semesters, plus a project management module. In the third semester two six-week research projects let you pursue a concrete research question in working groups.
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What you need to apply for Biology at Kiel University (CAU)
What to prepare for your application to Biology
Bachelor's Degree: A relevant Bachelor's degree in Biology or a closely related field.
Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English, typically demonstrated through tests like TOEFL or IELTS.
Academic Performance: A strong academic record, often with a minimum grade point average (GPA) requirement.
Application Documents: Submission of necessary documents such as transcripts, a CV, a letter of motivation, and possibly letters of recommendation.
Step-by-step guide to applying for Biology at Kiel University (CAU)
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Via uni-assist
Mode
online
Application fee
75 EUR
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
332 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
per application
Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
0%
0 accepted out of 1 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
1.80
Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 1 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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The prerequisite for admission to the Master's degree programme is a completed Bachelor's degree in the relevant field or an equivalent degree.
This programme applies via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Address
Biology Center
Am Botanischen Garten 7
Room E47
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Estimated year-1 total cost
12,568 – 12,568 EUR
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This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
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