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Friedrich Schiller University Jena

Evolution, Ecology and Systеmatiсs

M.Sc. (Master of Science)
M.Sc.
Degree
120
ECTS
English
English only
Language
Winter Semester: 31 May/31 Aug
Application Deadlines
4 semesters
(Starting: Winter Semester)
Duration
Free
Tuition Fees (per semester)
Starting
Winter Semester
Mode of Admission:
no admission restriction 
Application:
Directly to the university.
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Study Mode:
On campus

Program Video

04:08 min

Discover the Master’s in Evolution, Ecology and Systematics at Jena University

Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program

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A One-of-a-Kind Fusion of Biodiversity Disciplines
Students enrolled in the Master's program in Evolution, Ecology, and Systematics at Friedrich Schiller University benefit from an unparalleled interdisciplinary approach. The curriculum seamlessly integrates organismic biology, ecology, and evolutionary biology, offering a comprehensive and unique education in biodiversity science.
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Tap into a Wealth of Expertise
The master's program is closely affiliated with several esteemed institutes within the Faculty of Biological Sciences, such as the Institute for Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution and the Institute of Zoology and Evolutionary Research as well as the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research and the Senckenberg Institute for Plant Form and Function. The institute offer specialized labs, cutting-edge research opportunities, and a network of experts in various sub-disciplines! → More Info
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Dive Deep into Ecosystems: Educational Excursions
This program takes learning beyond the four walls of a classroom. Students have the opportunity to participate in educational excursions that range from exploring biodiversity in local natural habitats to studying alpine, mediterranean or tropical ecosystems. → More Info
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Where Academic Rigor Meets Hands-On Experience
Beyond traditional lectures, the MEES program emphasizes a high proportion of independent work in seminars and practical exercises. Particularly, this program offers a diverse set of compulsory and elective modules, such as " Habitat Description and Nature Conservation", “Collections in Biodiversity Research” or "Evolutionary and Population Genetics" where students can apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios.
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A City Steeped in Biological History
Jena is more than just a city; it's a living museum of biological history. Students can walk in the footsteps of biological pioneers like Ernst Haeckel and Matthias Jakob Schleiden. The city offers an array of internationally recognized biological facilities, including Germany's largest herbarium and the renowned Phyletisches Museum.

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