Program Overview

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Biology (bachelor's programme)

Biology is the science of life. During your studies, you will explore the many different areas of biology. Whether Molecular Biology or Microbiology and Genetics, Botany or Zoology, Evolutionary Anthropology or Ecology, Palaeobiology or Nature Conservation: all areas are covered. Animals, plants, molecular structures, the history of life, humans or the Earth as a habitat you set your own individual focus after two semesters. A degree programme that's just right for you?

The degree programme in a nutshell

Overview

• Programme Code: 033 630
• Duration: 6 semesters
• Extent: 180 ECTS
• Language: German (admission requirement)
• Before admission: Entrance exam procedure
• Additional exam: None
• Degree: Bachelor of Science (BSc)
• Contents: Curriculum for the bachelor's programme in Biology (only available in German)
• Cost: Tuition fee/Students' Union fee (per Semester)

The entrance exam procedure

Overview

• Application period: 2 March to 4 May 2026
• Written test: 10 July 2026 on site in Vienna (no alternative dates)
• Test details: With the free test literature and sample exercises you'll be well prepared for the test!
• Online-Self-Assessment (OSA): To the Online-Self-Assessment
• Administration fee: 50 administration fee
• Available places: 1,030
• Test language: German
• Test duration: 2 hours

What is it about?

The bachelor's programme in Biology at the University of Vienna offers you the opportunity to discover the fascinating world of life. You will explore the foundations of life, from cells and genes to ecosystems and the diversity of organisms. In doing so, you will not only learn how all living things function, but also how they are connected to each other and their environment. The programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises in the laboratory and in nature to best prepare you for exciting career fields or further study. Discover biology in all its facets and become part of a discipline that is striving to improve our world!

Insight into the course content

• Introductory and Orientation Period (16 ECTS)
• Block of Compulsory Modules (44 ECTS)
• Alternative Compulsory Module Group:
  • Anthropology (120 ECTS)
  • Botany (120 ECTS)
  • Microbiology and Genetics (120 ECTS)
  • Molecular Biology (120 ECTS)
  • Ecology (120 ECTS)
  • Palaeobiology (120 ECTS)
  • Zoology (120 ECTS)
• B-WZB Additional Scientific Qualifications for Biologists (15 ECTS)

Is this programme right for me?

• uni:check: Start your virtual journey through a bachelor's programme at the University of Vienna with uni:check and discover if studying is the right choice for you.
• Online-Self-Assessment: Get to know the main topics covered in the programme and find out whether it meets your expectations.
• Online info-presentations: Would you like to learn more about our programmes and the admission procedure? Join our online info-presentations from the comfort of your own home.
• Studieren probieren: Get a taste of university life and accompany students through their everyday studies in your desired degree programme.

Info about the application and admission

• EU/EEA/CH school certificate
• Non-EU/EEA school certificate

Figures about this degree programme

• 2,953 students: In total
• 271 graduates in the past academic year.
• 8.4 semesters: Average study duration
• good (2.3): Grade that graduates give this programme
• 2,720: Average gross monthly income three years after graduation

What can you expect after your studies?

Continue studying or start your career straight away? After completing your bachelor's programme, all paths are open to you. Whether you decide to pursue a master's degree or take the plunge into the world of work, the possibilities are endless.

Your perspectives

Master programmes

After completing your bachelor's programme, you can begin a relevant master's programme at the University of Vienna.

• Master Access Guide
• Extension curricula (EC)

Your entry into working life

When starting your career, many questions arise.

• Uniport the career service of the University of Vienna

Career profiles

Which careers are possible after this degree?

Your studies will open up many opportunities for you, regardless of whether you want to start your career straight away or deepen your knowledge with a master's degree. Depending on your specialisation, you could work in areas such as:

• Research
• Nature conservation and NGOs
• Museums and adult education
• Food and pharmaceutical industry

What else should you know?

• Courses and examinations: All information about registration and allocation of places.
• What are u:space, u:find, u:search and Moodle? All web services offered by the University of Vienna.
• Would you like to spend a semester abroad? The International Office will be happy to advise you!