Overview

Developmental, Neural, and Behavioural Biology from University of Göttingen caters to students who have a special interest in development-biological processes, in the structure and functioning of nervous systems, in behavioural research, or in the systemic neurosciences. The lecturers are scientists working with the University, the German Primate Center, and several Max Planck Institutes; a great variety of subject matters is taught, ranging from cellular functions to cognitive performance. Prior knowledge in the desired area is required.

Students at Developmental, Neural, and Behavioural Biology from University of Göttingen will:

acquire fundamental specialist and methodological knowledge by taking core, profile, and advanced modules.

learn how to conduct scientific research independently.

deal autonomously with a current scientific topic usually embedded in a third-party funded project.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cell biology

Neurobiology

Behavioral biology

Social behavior and communication

Human genetics

Systems biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00

Language

English, German

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

76

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Zoology

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

76

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

B.A. in Biology / Biosciences

Proof of language proficiency required for the degree programme

Statutory declaration (Eidesstattliche Versicherung) (not mandatory when applying for a higher semester)

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.

Winter Semester Fee: €403.92Summer Semester Fee:€344.25

Living costs for Göttingen

730 - 1100 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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