Master of Science

Master of Science Biodiversity, Evolution, Ecology

Freie Universität Berlin

Berlin, GermanyBiology & Life Sciences

Free TuitionAPS Requiredfull-time

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Degree

Master of Science

Language

English

Tuition

Free

Duration

4 semesters

Programme Overview

English-taught master's programme in biodiversity, ecology, and evolution that combines theoretical foundations with modern and classical research methods, data analysis, and curatorial or large-scale research components.

Admission Requirements

Minimum GPA: No fixed minimum GPA is published.
English requirements: Applicants whose native language is not English and who did not complete their previous degree in English must prove English at B2 CEFR.
German requirements: German language skills at the A1 level of the CEFR.
Accepted bachelor fields: Requires a first university degree in biology, geosciences, horticulture, forest sciences, agricultural sciences, bioinformatics, veterinary medicine, or another natural science degree with at least 30 ECTS in biodiversity, ecology, and evolution, including at least 10 ECTS of laboratory and/or fieldwork.
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Costs & Funding

Tuition fee: Free (no tuition)
Semester contribution: 358.80 EUR per semester for new enrollments in Summer Semester 2026, according to Freie Universitat Berlin's current fees page.
ECTS credits: 120
Funding info: Semester contribution: 358.80 EUR per semester for new enrollments in Summer Semester 2026, according to Freie Universitat Berlin's current fees page.

Career Outcomes

The programme prepares graduates for research-oriented and practice-related careers in biodiversity and ecological research.

Typical job roles

Research scientistEnvironmental consultantConservation biologistAcademic researcher

Target industries

Research institutionsEnvironmental consultingGovernment agenciesNon-governmental organizations (NGOs)Academia

Programme details

Degree: Master of Science
Language: English
Duration: 4 semesters
Mode: full-time
Start: Winter semester
App. Window: ~31 May (check website)

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