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Study start checklist

We are pleased that you have decided to study in one of our programmes. Here you will find all the information you need for a successful start to your studies.

Bachelor of Science Biology and Teacher training Biology

The Bachelor Biology and teacher training Biology are open admission, therefore no application is necessary. Before enrolling, however, you must take our online biology self-test. Click here to go directly to the self-test.

Here you will also find everything you need to know for enrolment, as well as the exact procedure. Click here to enroll.

 

A good start to your studies in the STEM fields of biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics and physics is important. For this reason, the departmental councils and institutes or faculties have put together a coordinated programme for you as a MINT (mathematics, informatics,   natural sciences, technology) Ersti with seven MINT pre-courses and four Ersti days.

MINT pre-courses for biology

Procedure:

Three courses (statistics, chemistry, mathematics) are offered. The registration is binding for all course days of the chosen course. Detailed information about the contents of the preliminary courses can be found here: Preliminary courses field of study biology

MINT Pre-Course Registration

Registration is required for all MINT pre-courses. This is done uniformly via the MINT pre-course registration and is also possible before enrollment. When registering, you can see how many people are already registered and thus choose your pre-course block appropriately. After enrolment, registration for the prerequisite courses is also possible directly in WueStudy.

The "Ersti-Tage" (First Days of the Semester) are very important. Here, the student representatives (students from higher semesters) and the student advisors provide you with the most important introductory information for the the start of your studies. They will show you your study plan, and explain how to register for events and exams. In addition, you will have a good opportunity to get to know others who are starting their studies with you. You should not miss the Ersti-Tage to ensure that your start at the university goes smoothly. You will also be assigned mentors who will guide you around the campus and be available for questions throughout the semester.

Procedure:

  • Date: Ersti-Tage biology: just before the semester starts (current information can be found here)
  • Programme: Welcome address by the dean, information about the studies, getting to know each other, botany tour, city rally, pub crawl, barbecue, registration for the introductory tutorial.
  • Details (time/place) at  www.fibio.de

Target groups:

  • Bachelor Biology, Biomedicine
  • Teacher training Gymnasium/Realschule Biology
  • Teacher training elementary/middle school biology (subject)

Student teachers will also be interested in the general introductory courses for a student teacher programme.

In the course of the semester, various tutorials on the modules take place. These serve to prepare you for the exams and to deepen your understanding of the contents of the lectures. These are highly recommended, as you will get a summary of the lecture topics as well as the chance to ask all your questions. You will also work on exercises that will prepare you for the exams. It is best to register for the tutorials right at the beginning of the semester, as there is sometimes a limited number of participants. You can register for the tutorials via WueStudy (you will receive access when you enrol). You can find the tutorials in the course catalogue ( > Basic Studies > Biology > Tutorials for Courses).

For the 1st semester, there are tutorials for the following modules:

  • General Biology I
  • Inorganic chemistry for biologists
  • Physical chemistry
  • Mathematics for biologists

The content of the Biology Bachelor's programme is oriented towards the subject canon of biology and thus ensures a solid scientific foundation alongisde in-depth study of a specific subject of your choice. The study programme has a strong focus on the acquisition of practical skills, with more than 50% of the components being practical classes and internships.  The spectrum of elective options includes the classical biological disciplines as well as new, partly interdisciplinary bioscientific research areas (for elective options see also For prospektive students -> What do the biology programmes in Würzburg offer?). The transitions to research areas in medicine, physics and chemistry are fluid.

You can find more details and an overview of all modules in the subject description or in the official study plan. The start date of your courses will determine the correct version for you.

Module handbook

Module specifications

General examination regulations (ASPO) and subject-specific regulations (FSB) for Bachelor-180 

 

All important information about the course of studies can be found on the page of the subject biology didactics

Master of Science Biosciences and BioEU Master programmes

Click here to apply for Master's degree programmes

Applications are submitted online via the application portal in WueStudy. The application deadline for Master's programmes is 15 January for the summer semester and 15 July for the winter semester. 

A Bachelor of Science degree is required, and at least 130 ECTS (Transcript of Records) must be available at the time of application. Proof of completion must be provided by 15 March (summer semester) or 15 September (winter semester). Proof of completion can be provided in the form of a certificate/diploma or a complete transcript of records with a note on completion, or an informal official confirmation of completion from the examination office.

Please contact the Student Advisory Service if you are concerned that there may be problems with the deadlines and documents.

Master FOKUS Life Sciences

Information regarding the application procedure can be found here.