Program Overview

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Program Overview

The Biologie B.Sc., Lehramt an Gymnasien und Gesamtschulen program is a Bachelor of Science degree that focuses on the study of biology and its application in teaching at the gymnasium and gesamtschule levels.

Program Details

Program Structure

The program consists of 180 ECTS points, which are divided into two subjects, a pedagogical component, and a bachelor's thesis.

Admission Requirements

• Abitur or a recognized equivalent higher education entrance qualification
• Proficiency in German
• Self-Assessment test for teacher training

Program Content

The program covers a range of topics in biology, including:

• General and organic chemistry
• Plant and animal morphology
• Genetics
• Cell biology
• Physiology
• Microbiology
• Bionics
• Biotechnology
• Ecology

Teaching Methods

The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Seminars
• Practical exercises
• Experiments

Study Abroad Opportunities

The faculty has partnerships with numerous European and non-European universities, offering opportunities for study abroad through programs such as ERASMUS+.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in teaching, research, and industry, with opportunities for further study in master's programs.

Master's Programs

After completing the bachelor's program, students can pursue a Master of Education degree, which is a requirement for the Vorbereitungsdienst (teacher training program).

Prüfungsordnungen (Examination Regulations)

The program is governed by the examination regulations for the Bachelor's degree in teaching at the gymnasium and gesamtschule levels.

Faculty and Support

The program is offered by the Department of Biology in the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, with support from the Lehrerbildungszentrum (Teacher Training Center) and the Fachschaften (student union).

Formalities

• Rechtsverbindliche Information zur Studienaufnahme im ersten Fachsemester (pdf: 832kb)
• NC-Werte der Vorjahre
• Rechtsverbindliche Information zur Studienaufnahme in höheren Fachsemestern (pdf: 268kb)

Additional Information

• Vorkurse (pre-courses)
• Einführungsveranstaltungen (introductory events)
• Internationale Studieninteressierte (information for international students)