Master of Science in Biology Ulm University

All mandatory courses will be taught in English. In the compulsory elective area and the supplementary area, students must select from a range of courses, some of which are offered in German. However, it is possible to choose courses that are exclusively taught in English.

In our research-oriented Master's degree programme in Biology, which is primarily taught in English, you will have the opportunity to determine the focal point of your biology degree while attending a few compulsory lectures. Through the combination of available modules, the programme can be tailored individually, e.g. allowing for a very specialised approach in a specific area like molecular biosciences or a more comprehensive approach achieved by combining modules from different areas.

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Generally, the following people are not liable to pay tuition fees:

• German citizens, citizens of EU or EEA countries
• Most refugees
• Students who obtained their higher entrance qualification (normally the "Abitur") in Germany or a similar qualification from a German school in another country
• PhD/doctoral students

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1,500 EUR

Generally, the following people are not liable to pay tuition fees:

• German citizens, citizens of EU or EEA countries
• Most refugees
• Students who obtained their higher entrance qualification (normally the "Abitur") in Germany or a similar qualification from a German school in another country
• PhD/doctoral students

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The semester contribution is 182 EUR per semester. For further details, visit the Office of the Registrar website: https://www.uni-ulm.de/en/study/organisation/tuition-fees/.

The cost of living in Ulm is estimated to be around 945 EUR to 1,000 EUR per month. For more information on the costs students in Ulm can expect, see the following website: https://www.uni-ulm.de/en/io/degree-phd/welcome/finances/living-expenses/.

• Bachelor's degree or at least an equivalent degree at the level of at least three years of study at a university, university of applied sciences, cooperative university or a recognised foreign higher education institution in a degree programme in biology or biochemistry or in a subject-related or subject-specific degree programme with examination results evidenced by
  a) an academic final examination with a Bachelor's degree with an overall grade of 2.5 or better, or if no degree has yet been awarded
  b) by examination results achieved up to the application deadline with an average grade of 2.8 or better
• Basic competences in the fields of cell biology, physiology, ecology and molecular biology, including microbiology and genetics (technical laboratory skills), to be demonstrated by corresponding modules or courses from the Bachelor's or equivalent degree programme or by the successfully completed pre-Master's course for English-taught Master's degree programmes at Ulm University or by equivalent competences

For legally binding information, please see the MSc Biology admissions statutes.

English language proficiency at level B2 CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

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Students who perform well academically and/or participate in community service are eligible to apply for scholarships such as the "Deutschlandstipendium".

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Student assistant jobs are regularly offered by institutes in all faculties as well as in the central administration. Student assistants help with the preparation and execution of tutorials, work on research projects, or help with administrative jobs. Furthermore, several companies with strong ties to the university are located on campus (e.g. Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Continental, BMW Car IT, Sartorius, and more) and offer the possibility of student jobs.

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The Career Service at Ulm University serves as a valuable resource for students, offering assistance in career exploration, skill development, and successful transition from academia to the professional world.

The Graduate & Professional Training Center Ulm ("ProTrainU") focuses on supporting doctoral students and other young researchers in their careers and professional development.

The Entrepreneurs Campus at Ulm University offers opportunities for creative academics who want to develop their ideas into products or business models.

Founded in 1967, Ulm University is dedicated to world-class teaching and research in medicine and STEM. Its 10,000 students are distributed among the faculties of medicine, engineering, computer science and psychology, mathematics and economics as well as natural sciences.

According to a Times Higher Education ranking based on research and teaching excellence, Ulm University is ranked 14th worldwide among all universities founded in the "Golden Age of Higher Education", an era between 1945 and 1967 that is characterised by rapid university expansion. In a broader perspective, Ulm University is ranked 199th worldwide among all universities regardless of their age and thus belongs to the 20 best universities in Germany, according to another recent analysis by Times Higher Education.

Ulm University's subject range concentrates on the STEM fields (natural sciences, technology, engineering, and mathematics). The latest research findings are swiftly incorporated into the curriculum, ensuring cutting-edge subjects and content. Ulm University attaches great importance to the ongoing refinement of its high standards in teaching, which are defined and anchored in its teaching mission statement.

As a young research university, Ulm University is oriented towards the global challenges of the future. Strategic and interdisciplinary research themes are contributing to improvements in the areas of green energy, quantum technologies, data science as well as human health and well-being. Great success in the acquisition of third-party funding and numerous larger collaborative projects, such as collaborative research centres and a Cluster of Excellence, are all testimonies to the university's research strength.

Ulm University is the centre of and driving force behind the "Science City Ulm", an innovative teaching, research and science hub. There are numerous start-ups, development centres of renowned companies such as Siemens, Nokia, Mercedes-Benz Group AG, BMW and Continental, as well as clinics and non-university research institutions that are well-connected with the university. As a result of close collaborations with these partners, students benefit from access to contract lecturers from the industry as well as invaluable opportunities for research projects, internships and final theses.

Ulm University is a founding member of YERUN, a network of highly ranked young European research universities, and it hosts the German headquarters of Germany’s largest transnational education project, the German University in Cairo.

For more information on Ulm University, see https://www.uni-ulm.de/en/.

Ulm is one of the most innovative, dynamic, fast-growing and liveable cities in Germany. It is located in the heart of southern Germany near Stuttgart, Munich, the Alps and Switzerland.

With a population of more than 120,000 people, Ulm has an ideal size for living, studying and working. The city offers a mix of medieval and modern architecture and a great variety of cultural, sports and leisure activities.

A healthy mix of medium-sized businesses and global players, high-tech and trade, and innovation and tradition makes Ulm and the greater Ulm area one of Germany's economically most dynamic regions.

A literally outstanding landmark is the "Muenster", Ulm's cathedral. The Muenster has the world's highest steeple, which measures 161.5 metres (530 ft).

Ulm is also the birthplace of Albert Einstein (1879 to 1955), the world's most famous scientist. 

Are you interested in learning more? Check out this video featuring the highlights of Ulm.