Overview
Course Details
| University | LMU – Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München |
| Program Name | Evolution, Ecology and Systematics |
| Degree | M.Sc. (Master of Science) |
| Subjects | Ecology, Biodiversity, Evolution Studies |
| ECTS | 120 |
| Language | English |
| Application Deadlines | Winter semester: 28 Feb |
| Duration | 2 Years (starting: Winter semester) |
| Tuition Fees | Free |
| Qualification Requirements | Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related subject, such as bioinformatics, chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, agricultural biology |
| Language Requirements | CEFR English min B2 |
| Application Procedure | Directly at the University |
| Application Fee | None |
Admission Documents
- Curriculum Vitae: Create a CV in English, no more than 2 pages, detailing your name, academic history, work experience, and other relevant information.
2. Academic Credentials: Provide copies of your bachelor’s degree certificate and your official transcript, which should include a breakdown of your university’s grading and credit system. If your degree certificate isn’t available yet, a transcript showing a minimum of 120 ECTS credits is acceptable. Ensure that these documents show your grade point average. If they are not in German or English, include translated versions.
3. Motivation Essay (max. 600 words): Write an essay in English covering the following points:
⦁ Your interest in the program and your qualifications for it.
⦁ Why you wish to study at the Faculty of Biology at LMU.
⦁ Specific research groups or areas within the program that interest you.
4. Proof of English Proficiency: Demonstrate English language skills at a C1 level, in line with the program’s language requirements.
Career opportunities
- Research Scientist: Conduct research in academic institutions, museums, or research organizations, contributing to our understanding of evolution, ecology, and biodiversity.
- Ecologist: Study ecosystems, populations, and species interactions to inform conservation efforts, land management, and environmental policy.
- Taxonomist: Specialize in classifying and categorizing species, often working in museums, botanical gardens, or with government agencies to document biodiversity.
- Conservation Biologist: Work to protect and restore endangered species and ecosystems, developing and implementing conservation strategies.
- Science Educator: Teach evolution, ecology, and systematics in schools, universities, or nature centers, fostering the next generation’s understanding of the natural world.
