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Biology strongly influences modern societies of the 21st century, in terms of biological processes that deeply affect humankind, as well as biological methods that have the potential to interfere with individual human rights. Because every individual is different, both genetically and by upbringing, societal measures to tackle biological issues are inherently unjust to some but not to others. Biological problems, methods, and any potential injustices are to be communicated clear and simple but not over-simplified.

In Biology in Society, we aim to equip students with a profound theoretical and practical knowledge of genetics and developmental biology, evolution, reproduction and physiology, of animals and plants and their societal significance. We also address issues of research ethics, animal testing & animal welfare, science communication and societal aspects of science. One entire semester is dedicated to students doing cutting-edge practical research projects in laboratories of their choice. Successful participants graduate with a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biology.

Please watch here a brief introductory video.

Information and application website for non-EU applicants. Deadline 31 May 2021. More explanation: here.

Information and application website for EU applicants. Deadline 15 July 2021. More explanation: here.

Applicants with a B.Sc. from a German university apply via the selma system. selma returns a formsheet by the admission office (Immatrikulationsamt). Please send this formsheet plus an application for Eignungsprüfung (Aptitude Assessment) plus your application to: Technische Universität Dresden, Faculty of Biology, Zugangsausschuss Biology in Society, 01062 Dresden.

Timeline

• 31 May 2021 Application deadline for non-EU applicants
• 30 June 2021 Admission talks for non-EU applicants, e-letters informing applicants about the outcome of the aptitude assessment.
• 15 July 2021 Application deadline for EU applicants
• throughout July 2021 Admission talks for EU applicants, e-letters informing applicants about the outcome of the aptitude assessment.
• after 1 Sept 2021 Start of official admission notices by the Admission Office
• 24 Sept 2021 Admissions will be finalised
• 1 Oct 2021 Start of the semester
• 4 Oct 2021 15:00 Opening address during the Opening Day at TU Dresden
• 11 - 15 Oct 2021 Introductory away-week of all students of Biology in Society at the youth hostel at **tbc**: Courses in ethical and legal aspects of research// Policy, politics and philosophy of science // Good laboratory practice.