
Overview
The academic scope of biology is wide – thus, you can choose between these five specialisations: Molecular Biology and Genetics, Cell Biology and Physiology, Microbiology, Ecology and Marine Biology.
The Biology programme at the University of Copenhagen enables you to pursue studies in Biology if you are into biological phenomena like DNA, have an interest in nature management, or would like to investigate the issues that life itself confronts us with every day.
It is a programme where theory alternate with practical work in the field, in the lab, or both. The wide range of courses in the programme offers you the opportunity to specialise in one of the many disciplines in the field of biology and thereby tailor your education to your interests and dreams for the future.
Career Opportunities
Biologists work in a variety of occupational settings. The MSc programme in Biology covers a broad set of skills, so immediate job prospects are good. Also, your education and training can easily be targeted to suit specific career aims. Often, biologists get jobs in:
- biotech
- pharmaceutical companies
- government ministries
- municipalities
- universities
- upper secondary schools
- intellectual-property consultancies
- environmental organizations
- the media
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Visit university websiteProgramme Structure
The MSc Programme in Biology gives you the freedom to choose one of the programme's five specialisations:
- Molecular Biology and Genetics
- Cell Biology and Physiology
- Microbiology
- Ecology
- Marine Biology
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Visit university websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Visit university websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
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General requirements
If you have completed a Bachelor’s degree or are enrolled in the final semester of a Bachelor’s programme you are eligible to apply for the Master’s programme in Biology.
Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from other Danish, Nordic or international universities may also be admitted if their programme includes the following:A minimum of 5 ECTS credits within each of the following areas:
- organismal biology
- ecology
- evolution biology
- cell biology
- physiology
- molecular biology
- microbiology
- statistics
- chemistry
- biochemistry
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Visit university websiteTuition Fee
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125000 DKK/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 62500 DKK per semester during 24 months. -
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FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 DKK per semester during 24 months.
Living costs for Copenhagen
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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