Important information
Please note that not all information is translated. Please refer to the german version for complete information.
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Admission requirements
In order to be accepted into the programme, you must have obtained a first university degree that qualifies for a profession; a degree or a qualification in the field of chemistry, life sciences or environmental engineering from a university or state/state-approved university of cooperative education that is recognised in Germany; a degree or qualification with a focus on the life sciences, environment or biology/ecology.
Proficiency of English at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is required. For applicants whose native language is not English, or whose language skills cannot be proven through a school-leaving certificate, this level must be verified with by presenting a certificate for a completed language test, such as the internet-based TOEFL test, the paper-based TOEFL test, the computer-based TOEFL test, or the IELTS test.
German language requirements
International applicants and German applicants with a foreign university entrance qualification are kindly advised to read the requirements for German-language courses.
Notes on the application process
If, at the time of application, proof of the first degree qualifying the applicant for a profession is not yet available, the application will be considered under the precondition that 80% of the credit points attainable for the degree have already been achieved based on completed module examinations or the final thesis and the colloquium (if applicable). A certification from the awarding institute of higher education (examination office) serves as proof of the above-mentioned academic achievements. You can find the appropriate form on the Admissions Office website.
Please note that this degree program is offered in Zittau and take this into account when looking for accommodation. The Studentenwerk Dresden also offers affordable accommodation in Zittau.
General information about the degree program
The master's programme "Biotechnology and Applied Ecology" with the specialisations "Biotechnology" and "Biodiversity and Nature Conservation" is offered. The aim is to train experts for international assignments in the fields of biotechnological research, production and environmental precaution and aftercare as well as biodiversity research and nature conservation.
In order to meet the requirements for adaptability and flexibility on the labour market, great importance is attached to the acquisition of fundamental knowledge in the fields of practical microbiology and biotechnology as well as ecology and ecosystem science. It is a cooperative course of studies with the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences.
Study contents
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Study documents
The official announcements of TU Dresden include all published regulations . Please use the search bar to find the document you need: Official proclamation
The regulations are also available on each institution’s website.
- Examination Regulation
- Study Regulation
… you will find on the respective site of the responsible unit.
Contacts
Admissions Office
Administrator
Ms. Dipl.-Verw. (FH) Uta Scheunig
Office address:
Außenstelle des Immatrikulationsamtes am IHI Zittau, Markt 23, 02763 Zittau, Raum 3.05
Post address:
TU Dresden
IHI Zittau
Markt 23
02763 Zittau
- Tel.
- +49 3583 612-4115
Office Hours:
Mo und Di 09:30-12 Uhr
Mi und Do 13-15 Uhr
IHI - International Institute Zittau
Academic Advisor
(Fachstudienberatung)
Ms. Prof. Christiane Liers
Office address:
Internationales Hochschulinstitut Zittau, Markt 23, 02763 Zittau, Raum 3.10
Post address:
TU Dresden
IHI Zittau
Professur für Umweltbiotechnologie
Markt 23
02763 Zittau
- Tel.
- +49 3583 612-4154
Office Hours:
Please arrange an appointment or visit us during our office hours.
Academic Advisor
(Allgemeine Studienberatung)
Ms. Dipl.-Verw. (FH) Uta Scheunig
Office address:
Außenstelle des Immatrikulationsamtes am IHI Zittau, Markt 23, 02763 Zittau, Raum 3.05
Post address:
TU Dresden
IHI Zittau
Markt 23
02763 Zittau
- Tel.
- +49 3583 612-4115
Office Hours:
Please arrange an appointment or visit us during our office hours.
International Office
Administrator International Office
Ms. Dipl.-Verw. (FH) Uta Scheunig
Office address:
Außenstelle des Immatrikulationsamtes am IHI Zittau, Internationales Hochschulinstitut,
Studentensekretariat Markt 23, 02763 Zittau, Raum 3.05
Post address:
TU Dresden
IHI Zittau
Markt 23
02763 Zittau
- Tel.
- +49 3583 612-4115
Office Hours:
Mo, Di: 09:30 - 12:00 Uhr
Mi, Do: 13.00 - 15:00 Uhr