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Module guide
Basic Modules:
| Name of Module | CP | Start of Module |
|---|---|---|
| BM 1 - Basics of Biology 1 (Genetics and Microbiology & Animal Anatomy and Physiology) |
15 | Winter term, 1. semester |
| BM 2 - Basics of Biology 2 (Cell and Developmental Biology & Anatomy and Physiology of Plants) |
15 | Winter term, 1. semester |
| BM 3 - Basics of Biology 3 (Introduction to Organismic Biology) |
6 | Summer term, 2. semester |
| BM 4 - Basics of Biology 4 (Good Scientific Practice, Biostatistics and Biochemistry) |
12 | Summer term, 2. semester |
| BM Che - Chemistry for Biology Students | 12 | Winter term, 1. semester |
| BM PhyMa - Physics and Mathematics for Biology Students | 12 | Winter term, 1. semester |
Advanced Modules:
| Name of Module | CP | Start of Module |
|---|---|---|
| Biology of Vertebrates and Humans | 12 | Winter or summer term |
| Biology of the Cell | 12 | Summer term (2. half of the course period) |
| Plant Diversity and Ecology | 12 | Summer term |
| Developmental Biology of Vertebrates | 12 | Winter term (blocked in march after course period) |
| Functional Morphology of Invertebrates | 12 | Summer term |
| Genetics and Cell Biology of Development | 12 | Winter term |
| From Bench to Bed Site: The Relevance of Developmental Biology for Medical Research | 12 | Winter term (1. half of the course period) |
| Microbiology | 12 | Winter term (blocked after course period) |
| Molecular Genetics | 12 | Summer term |
| Molecular Methods for Zoologists | 12 | Summer term (blocked at the end of semester) |
| Molecular Cell Biology of Plants | 12 | Summer term (2. half of the course period) |
| Morphology of Spermatophytes | 12 | Winter term (every second year) |
| Mycology | 12 | Summer term |
| Conservation Biology | 12 | Winter term |
| Conservation Ecology: From Basics to Application | 12 | Summer term |
| Ecology of European Habitats | 12 | Summer term |
| Plant Ecology | 12 | Winter term |
| Plant Physiology | 12 | Winter term |
| Plant Ecology and Interactions | 12 | Winter term |
| Animals, Interactions and Ecosystems | 12 | Winter term (2. half of the course period) |
| Animal Physiology | 12 | Summer term |
Specialisation Modules:
| Name of Module | CP | Start of Module |
|---|---|---|
| Biodiversity and Ecology of Plants and Associated Organisms | 18 | Winter term (on request summer term is possible) |
| Developmental Biology | 18 | Winter term |
| Microbiology - Specialisation A | 6 | Summer term (only elective in combination with "Microbiology - Specialisation B") |
| Microbiology - Specialisation B | 18 | Summer term (only elective in combination with "Microbiology - Specialisation B") |
| Molecular Aspects of Cell Dynamics and Communication in Zebra Fish | 18 | Winter term |
| Molecular Evolution of Animals | 18 | Winter term (on request summer term is possible) |
| Molecular Genetics | 18 | Winter term (second half) |
| Molecular Morphogenesis of Vertebrates | 18 | Winter term (on request summer term is possible) |
| Molecular Cell Biology of Plants - Specialisation A | 6 | Winter or Summer term (only elective in combination with "Molecular Cell Biology of Plants - Specialisation B") |
| Molecular Cell Biology of Plants - Specialisation B | 18 | Winter or Summer term (only elective in combination with "Molecular Cell Biology of Plants - Specialisation A") |
| Conservation/Conservation Biology | 18 | Winter term |
| Neurobiology/Ethology | 18 | Winter term |
| Ecology | 18 | Winter term |
| Plant Physiology | 18 | Winter term |
| Systems Biology | 18 | Winter term |
| Cell Biology | 18 | Winter term |
Practical Modules:
| Name of Module | CP | Start of Module |
|---|---|---|
| Developmental Biology | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Developmental Genetics | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Community Ecology and Interactions | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Microbiology | 12 | Winter term |
| Molecular Biology of Plant Pathogen Interactions | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Molecular Evolution of Animals | 12 | Winter or summer term (by agreement) |
| Molecular Genetics | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Molecular Morphogenesis of Vertrebrates | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Molecular Organogenesis (Receptors, Secretome and Cell Dynamics) | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Molecular Plant Physiology | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Molecular Cell Biology of Plants | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Mycology | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Conservation Ecology | 12 | Winter and summer term (after course of period) |
| Conservation Biology | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Neurobiology/Ethology | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Plant Ecology | 12 | Summer term |
| Quantitative Cell Biology | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Systematic Botany | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Animal Ecology | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
| Cell Biology | 12 | Winter term (after course of period) |
Final Module:
| Name of Module | CP | Start of Module |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor Thesis | 12 | Winter or summer term (subject to agreement; normally in the 6. semester) |
The Module Manual for B.Sc. Biology
In the Module Manual you will find the following information for each module :
- content and qualification goals of the modules
- teaching and learning methods/types of classes
- requirements for attending
- applicability of the module
- ECTS point requirements (e.g., passing exam)
- workload and duration of the module.
Before you take a course you should read through these pages. Here you can find out what qualifications you will obtain in the module and what will be expected of you so and that might avoid unpleasant surprises:
Profile Modules:
Starting with the third semester you can integrate offerings from other subjects into your program by choosing profile modules in the amount of 18 credit points. The profile modules are an interesting supplement to personalize your study program and make it unique.
Please note:
This page applies to the current examination regulations in Wintersemester 2019/20. If you are studying according to an earlier or later examination regulation other provisions may apply. In that case please contact our Advising service for further information.