Evolution, Ecology and Systematics (EES)

The following documents (in PDF format) are required for your application to the master’s program:

Bachelor’s degree certificate (or equivalent, if already available)

Transcript of records, which must include the following information:

Your total grade point average (GPA).

Official explanation of your university’s grading system (including the highest possible grade and the minimum passing grade)

Official explanation of your university’s credit system (e.g., how many working hours correspond to one credit)

Please note: If your university uses a grading or credit system that differs from the German system, we will convert your GPA and credit points accordingly — please do not do this yourself.

If you have not yet completed your bachelor’s degree, you may still apply by submitting a current transcript of records showing all completed coursework to date.

Proof of English language proficiency

Documentation that your English proficiency is equivalent to at least level B2, as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), or equivalent

Curriculum vitae (CV)

Your CV must be written in English and limited to a maximum of 2 pages. It should include:

Full name

Academic background

Work experience

Other relevant information

Motivation essay

A motivation letter written in English, with a maximum length of 600 words, addressing the following:

Your reasons for applying to this program, including relevant qualifications such as research and practical (lab) experience

Your motivation for studying at LMU and the Faculty of Biology

Your interest in specific research areas or research groups

Important:

All required documents must be submitted by the application deadline. According to the admission regulations, late applications or documents submitted after the deadline cannot be considered.

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there is no tuition for standard programmes, all students are required to pay a fee of 129.40 EUR for student services (62 EUR) and the basic “semester ticket” (67.40 EUR).