© Kevin Ryl
University of Potsdam

Ecology, Evolution, and Conserνatiοn

M.Sc. (Master of Science)
M.Sc.
Degree
120
ECTS
English
English only
Language
Winter Semester: 15 Aug
Summer Semester: 15 Feb
Application Deadlines
4 semesters
(Starting: Both Semesters)
Duration
Free
Tuition Fees (per semester)
Starting
Both Semesters
Mode of Admission:
no admission restriction 
Study Mode:
On campus

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Requirements


Qualification Requirements


Previous Degree

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in mathematics, biology, or another natural science, or a scientifically oriented degree in environmental science, agricultural science, forestry, or earth sciences.

Required ECTS credits: 180.

At least 20 CPs must be from modules focused on ecology or evolutionary biologу.

Language Requirements


The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.

languageEnglish
CEFR English
min B2
IELTS
min 6
Specification: At least 5 in each field.
TOEFL iBT
min 75
UNIcert
min II
Cambridge
min B2 First (FCE)
Specification: At least 160 points.
PTE Academic
min 59
languageGerman
CEFR German
min A2
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"? no

Additional information:
English language knowledge can also be proven by a degree certificate for the completion of an English-language degree program at a recognized institution of higher education, or a certificate of the higher education entrance qualification obtained for an English language course of education in a country that has English as an official language, or College English Test (CET; China) Band 6 with at least 550 points. Other certificates or credentials recognized as equivalent will be published on the University of Potsdam’s website in accordance with the LSK’s decision before the start of the application process.

Webinars with MyGermanUniversity

Upcoming webinars

Info events by the University

Open Start-up Consultation – Potsdam Transfer
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University of Potsdam
8 December 2026, 11:00 AM (CET)
On campus

Open Start-up Consultation – Potsdam Transfer

Got a business idea or thinking about going freelance alongside your studies? Just bring it along to the University of Potsdam's Startup Service: At the free open start-up consultation, you'll discuss your idea with the start-up advisors from Potsdam Transfer, get your questions answered and find out about next steps and funding options – no registration needed.

Global Design Thinking Workshop
English
© HPI d-school / Vic Harster
University of Potsdam
16 December 2026, 04:00 PM (CET)
Online

Global Design Thinking Workshop

Want to go through the entire Design Thinking process in an international team – with no prior experience required? That's exactly what the Global Design Thinking Workshop (GDTW) at the HPI d-school offers: a six-day intensive program during the lecture-free period, open to students of all disciplines and academic levels. The workshop is held entirely in English; on completion you receive a certificate and 3 ECTS credits – and participation is free of charge for University of Potsdam students. In this online info session, Dr. Claudia Nicolai, Academic Director of the HPI d-school, walks you through the program: structure, how the sprint works in practice, workload and learning experience. You can put your questions to her directly. The next workshop takes place in March 2027.

Discovery Days 2027
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© Matthias Friel
University of Potsdam
4-29 January 2027
On campus

Discovery Days 2027

What does a real lecture feel like? Find out at the Discovery Days: Throughout January, all faculties of the University of Potsdam open their regular lectures and seminars to prospective students – from English and Mathematics to Chemistry, Law and teacher training. You put together your own schedule and attend exactly the classes that interest you. The Central Student Advisory Service adds a weekly changing supporting program with discussion rounds with current students, talks on teaching degrees and information on application and admission. Not sure which subject is right for you? Try the university's Online Self-Assessment (OSA) in advance.

Master's Info Day 2027
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University of Potsdam
12 March 2027, 10:00 AM (CET)
Online

Master's Info Day 2027

From Bioinformatics and Digital Health to War and Conflict Studies: At the digital Master's Info Day, faculty and students present the University of Potsdam's master's programs in interactive Zoom sessions – covering content, objectives and career prospects. The supporting program via Zoom and YouTube livestream covers application and enrollment, living and studying in Potsdam, and studying with children, a disability or a chronic illness. Together with the International Office, there are English-language sessions specifically for international prospective students on visas, housing and financing your studies, and the Career Service adds a session on "Working in Germany". Everything takes place online – so you can join from anywhere in the world.

University Open House 2027
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© Thomas Roese
University of Potsdam
11 June 2027, 09:00 AM (CET)
Online

University Open House 2027

Sports Management, Life Sciences or maybe Computational Linguistics? At the University Open House, all degree programs of the University of Potsdam present themselves in a single day and invite you to talk to them. There are also cross-disciplinary talks, for example on how to apply, on teacher training, on financial aid and scholarships or on studying abroad. At the info fair, central institutions such as the International Office, University Sports and the Central Student Advisory Service are on hand, along with the student services organization and the employment agency. In the afternoon, there are tours of the library and student residences as well as campus tours to the Golm and Am Neuen Palais locations. For prospective international students, the university offers an online advisory session the day before – in English on request.

Application & Admission

Application Deadlines

The application deadline for the M.Sc. Ecology, Evolution, and Conserνatiοn at University of Potsdam depends on the country where you obtained your previous degree. For applicants with a degree from non-EU countries, the application deadline is 15 August for the winter semester and 15 February for the summer semester. Applications are made: Uni-assist (VPD).
German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
Non-EU Students
M.Sc. Ecology, Evolution, and Conserνatiοn
University of Potsdam
Non-EU Students
Intake Winter Semester Summer Semester
Application deadline
15 Augustin > 9 months
15 Februaryin 93 days
Application modeUni-assist (VPD)Uni-assist (VPD)
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Augustin > 9 months
Application mode
Uni-assist (VPD)
Intake
Summer Semester
Application deadline
15 Februaryin 93 days
Application mode
Uni-assist (VPD)

German Students

M.Sc. Ecology, Evolution, and Conserνatiοn
University of Potsdam
German Students
Intake Winter Semester Summer Semester
Application deadline
15 Augustin > 9 months
15 Februaryin 93 days
Application modeDirectly at universityDirectly at university
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Augustin > 9 months
Application mode
Directly at university
Intake
Summer Semester
Application deadline
15 Februaryin 93 days
Application mode
Directly at university

Other EU Students

M.Sc. Ecology, Evolution, and Conserνatiοn
University of Potsdam
Other EU Students
Intake Winter Semester Summer Semester
Application deadline
15 Augustin > 9 months
15 Februaryin 93 days
Application modeUni-assist (VPD)Uni-assist (VPD)
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Augustin > 9 months
Application mode
Uni-assist (VPD)
Intake
Summer Semester
Application deadline
15 Februaryin 93 days
Application mode
Uni-assist (VPD)

Application Procedure & Selection


Mode of Admission:
no admission restriction 

Location


1
University of Potsdam

Further Information


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Course Website