Master's Programme in Biology, General - Lund University

lund university | sweden | Faculty of science | department of biology
Master’s Programme in
Biology, General
• Master of Science in Biology
• 2 years, full time, 120 ECTS credits
• Department of Biology
• Lund Campus
• Application deadline: 15 January 2014
• Programme start: September 2014
Programme overview
The general Master’s programme in Biology gives you an
opportunity to design a personal study plan. You choose
from around 50 courses at advanced level in biology. We
have excellent facilities for laboratory work and conducting
field experiments. Most courses are full-time studies and
you usually take only one course at a time. The courses are
typically teaching-intensive, with lectures, seminars, excursions
as well as theoretical and practical exercises. You are
expected to spend about 40 hours per week on studies, selfstudies
included. Normally you take two courses of 15 ECTS
credits per term, i.e. a total of 60 ECTS credits per year.
Special features of the programme
• Broad range of courses covering subjects from cell and
molecular biology to organismic biology and ecology
• Close connections to research in a international
environment
• Extensive experience in offering courses in English
and well developed student exchange programmes
• Integration of theoretical analyses with strong training
of laboratory skills and field work
• Freedom to design your own study programme and
specialisation
Programme modules/courses
Compulsory courses: Master’s degree project in bio-logy.
Advanced level courses in biology (60 ECTS, see list of courses
http://www.lu.se/o.o.i.s/12829).
Career prospects
The knowledge and skills you will gain on this programme
open doors to employment within many sectors of academia
and society. Employment can be found within agencies concerned
with environmental protection issues, education
or research funding. The programme also provides a solid
grounding that prepares you for further postgraduate
studies.
Admission requirements and how to apply
Admission requirements
A Bachelor’s degree including 90 ECTS credits in biology
which should include cell biology, genetics and microbiology
(15 ECTS credits), ecology (15 ECTS credits), botany (15
ECTS credits), zoology (15 ECTS credits), chemistry (15 ECTS
credits) and statistics (7.5 ECTS credits). English B (advanced).
See www.lunduniversity.lu.se for details on English proficiency
levels.
How to apply
1. Go to www.lunduniversity.lu.se and find the programme.
Click on “Apply” and follow the instructions for the online
application form on the Swedish national application
website.
2. Send your supporting documents (for details on document
requirements, see www.universityadmissions.se):
- Cover sheet
- Certificates and diplomas from previous studies at an internationally
recognised higher education institution (university
or university college)
What students say
“I study within the general Master’s Programme in Biology.
The thing I really like about my education is how
friendly the professors and teachers are - you really get
to know them personally and this gives a lot of valuable
contacts.”
Christoffer du Rietz from Sweden

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- Transcripts of completed courses and grades for each semester
(including course list)
- Proof of English language skills
- Proof that you meet the specific admission requirements
- Copy of the page in your passport with your personal data
and photograph, or some other identification document
(EU/EEA citizens may need to send a certified passport
copy)
3. Make sure to check the country specific requirements on
www.universityadmissions.se before sending your documents.
4. Pay the application fee (when applicable).
Selection criteria/additional info
Selection of students is based on grades on academic courses
of relevance for the Master’s programme.
Tuition fees
There are no tuition fees for EU/EEA citizens. For non- EU/
EEA citizens the tuition fee for this programme is SEK 140
000 per year. For details on tuition fees, see
www.lunduniversity.lu.se
About the Department of Biology
We have an outstanding competence in both education and
research, covering a large number of biological disciplines
with everything from molecular biology to large scale ecology.
Several of our research groups are world-leading within
their topic, which shows by the large number of international
projects being coordinated from the department of
Biology. Since our education is integrated with the research
within the department you will, during your studies, have
researchers as teachers and get into close contact with the
ongoing projects. Our courses range from basic to Master’s
level and we offer around 50 advanced level courses. We
also have an extensive postgraduate programme.
About Lund University
Lund University was founded in 1666. Today, the University
is ranked as one of the world’s top 100 and is Sweden’s
most international higher education institution. The University
has 47 000 students and 7 200 staff based in Lund,
Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to
understand, explain and improve our world and the human
condition.
Lund is Sweden’s most attractive study destination. The University
offers one of the broadest ranges of programmes
and courses in Scandinavia, based on cross-disciplinary and
cutting-edge research. A degree from Lund University is a
hallmark of quality both in Sweden and abroad. The compact
university campus encourages networking and creates
the conditions for scientific breakthroughs and innovations.
Lund is in a period of rapid development. We are intensifying
our work to provide answers to the major questions and
challenges facing mankind. ESS and the MAX IV Laboratory
are under construction in the city, and these research facilities
will change our view of the world and the world’s view
of us.
Disclaimer: Changes may have been made since the printing of this fact sheet. Please see www.lunduniversity.lu.se for any updates.
CONTACT
Programme webpage
www.lunduniversity.lu.se/Biology
Study advisor
Lotta Persmark, Lotta.Persmark@biol.lu.se,
+46 (0)46 222 3728