Programme structure of M.Sc. Developmental, Neural, and Behavioral Biology
This is a rough overview of the study structure. For a detailed overview of the modules available for selection and their contents, please refer to the list of modules.
I. Core Studies (60 C)
- 3 Core modules (each 12 C)
- 2 Advanced modules (each 12 C, 7-9 week labrotation)
Mind: Prerequisite for entering the advanced modules is passing the respective core module (see module description).
II. Professionalisation (30 C)
- Profile module (12 C):
- Can be an additional core module,
- a core module from the Master programme Molecular Life Sciences - Microbiology, Biotechnology and Biochemistry or
- modules within one study focus of the Master programme Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution.
- If authorised by the examination committee modules from other faculties or »assembled modules« (max 3 modules) or an additional lab rotation.
- On request without grading.
- Advanced module III (6 C, compulsory module): M.Bio.331 Scientific project management
- 12 C in area of key competencies (no grading in final certificate):
- program specific key competence modules
- key competencies of the faculty (incl. self organized laboratory projects or professional internship)
- soft skills offered by the university
III. Master Thesis (30 C)
- 26 weeks
- Prerequisite is successful completion of at least 78 C of modules within the program including both advanced modules I and II as well as advanced module III M.Bio.331.
- Guidelines and rules for Master thesis