The Faculty of Biology currently offers three bachelor’s degree programs: the Bachelor of Science in Biology, the Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology, and the Bachelor of Education in Biology.

At the master’s degree level, you can choose from six degree programs: the Master of Science in Biology*, the Master of Science in Molecular Biotechnology, the Master of Science in Neuroscience, the Master of Education in Biology, the International Master of Science in Microbiology (M.Sc.), a double degree program with the Université Bourgogne Europe in Dijon (France), and the Master of Science in Evolutionary Biology, newly added in the winter semester 2024/2025.

(*) While the Master of Science in Biology does offer required elective modules in English, you can only complete the degree program with sufficient German language skills.

Various resources at JGU are at your disposal to answer whatever questions you may have about the application process and the basic structure of a program of study.

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If you have any further questions on the degree programs, please contact your academic advisor.

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Figuring out how to organize your course of studies is associated with subject-specific questions and decisions, such as: What does the course sequence look like? Which modules can be combined? How many credit points can you earn with the modules and which achievements are recognized? Special subject-specific information for students is published on the webpage of each degree program on our faculty’s website.

If you are looking for more basic information about the program, you can find it in the degree description via the “Studying at JGU” page.

Do you need personalized advice? Our academic advisors are at your disposal.

After completing your program of study in the life sciences, you have the opportunity to continue specializing in a particular field of research by pursuing a doctorate, which opens up opportunities for an academic career in biology. Once you complete your doctorate, you are also able to pursue a teaching qualification in your field. The following gives an overview of the options open to you.
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