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4 semesters
English
Free (32396 EUR/sem)
Winter
The University of Bonn is a prestigious institution located in Germany, known for its strong emphasis on research and academic excellence. The Plant Sciences course at the University of Bonn is highly regarded, offering students the opportunity to study a wide range of topics related to plant biology, ecology, and agriculture. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of plant life and its importance in various ecosystems. Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories, as well as the opportunity to work alongside leading experts in the field. Graduates of the Plant Sciences program at the University of Bonn are well-equipped to pursue careers in research, conservation, and sustainable agriculture.
Fields of study
How to apply
What you need to apply for Plant Sciences at University of Bonn
Students must demonstrate English language proficiency through an official TOEFL (Test of English as
Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) certificate. The minimal
pass scores are 550 points for the written TOEFL, 213 points for the computer-based TOEFL, 80 points for
the internet-based TOEFL and 6.0 for IELTS.
What to prepare for your application to Plant Sciences
Copy of your passport [simple copy]
Curriculum vitae in table form, complete up to your application date
If relevant, proof of your recognized refugee/asylum status [simple copy]
Evidence of your German language proficiency [officially certified copy]
Evidence of English language proficiency: With application for Molecular Biomedicine, Media Studies and Musicology/Sound Studies [officially certified copy]
University entrance qualification: You can find information on the equivalence of foreign qualifications on the website of the Central Office for Foreign Education (www.anabin.kmk.org)
Secondary-school graduation certificate, including overview of grades and transcript and German or English translation [certified by an embassy]
If applicable, proof that you passed your university entrance examination in your home country for the degree program you are applying for, including an overview of subjects studied and grades obtained + German or English translation [certified by an embassy]
If applicable, proof of successful studies, i.e. an overview of subjects studied and grades obtained in each individual semester in your home country + German or English translation [certified by an embassy]
If applicable, Certificate of the passed "Feststellungsprüfung" and your pre-education documents + German or English translation [officially certified copies]
If applicable, your university degree + German or English translation [certified by an embassy]
Step-by-step guide to applying for Plant Sciences at University of Bonn
01. Pick a degree program
Once you have chosen an undergraduate degree program (bachelor’s degree | State Examination | Church Degree), please read the information on the requisite German language proficiency and the preparatory course for the DSH first of all. Please note the exceptions we apply to German-French and German-Italian Studies as well as to Molecular Biomedicine, Media Studies and Musicology/Sound Studies.
02. Complete the application form
Fill in the online application form.
Once you have completed and submitted the online application form, a PDF file will be generated and automatically sent to the email address that you have entered. Your letter of admission, containing the decision on your admission, will also be sent exclusively to this email address at a later stage.
03. Print the form, sign it and put it in the post
Print the application form and sign it.
Then send the printed and signed form here once the application procedure has started, enclosing the necessary documents. You will find the mailing address at the end of this page below section `Enrollment´.
All applications are reviewed and evaluated by the search committee.
Decisions will be made beginning of July.
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
32,396 EUR
per semester
Application fee
0 EUR
one-time
Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
25%
2 accepted out of 8 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
1.60
Avg. accepted grade
German scale
1.45
Best admitted grade
German scale
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University degree (German or non-German) in a relevant discipline
English language proficiency (CEFR level B2)
Minimum grade of 2.7 or local equivalent
Specific modules: Experience in practical laboratory work (20 ECTS)
01\.
Bachelor’s, State Examination, Degrees in Theologies
Check whether your university entrance qualification is sufficient for your chosen degree program at the University of Bonn by visiting the following website: [www.anabin.kmk.org](http://www.anabin.kmk.org) or the database on admission requirements of the DAAD
German language proficiency DSH level 2, CEFR level C1, as per DSH examination regulations.
A few degree programs also require an aptitude test.
02\.
Master’s
There are specific enrollment conditions for each master’s degree program that applicants need to meet in addition to holding a relevant first degree. These conditions are listed in the description of the corresponding academic discipline on the page for the degree program: Degree programs
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
Open application portalApostille and notarization
Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.
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Mode
online
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
Varies by programme
Complexity
Varies
Address
PD Dr Rochus Franke, Kirschallee 1, 53115 Bonn
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Estimated year-1 total cost
76,696 – 76,696 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
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Avg. rejected grade
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Based on 8 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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