Introduction to Biology

full time

Degree
Combined Bachelor’s degree in a minor subject
Bachelor
Standard period of study (amount)
6 semesters
Location
Marburg

Overview and admission

Study Type

undergraduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Area of study

  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Microbiology
  • Ecology

Focus

Insight into fundamental content and scientific concepts in various sub-disciplines of biology, Anatomy/Morphology, Developmental Biology, Evolution, Genetics, Nature Conservation, Microbiology, Mycology, Ecology, Physiology and Cell Biology

Annotation

Minor subject in the combination Bachelor's degree course - only possible in combination with a major subject
Standard period of study: 6 or 8 semesters (depending on combination)
The degree depends on the major subject chosen.

Further information on the structure of the combination Bachelor's degree course can be found here:


In the minor subject "Introduction to Biology" you will gain an insight into the fundamental content and scientific concepts of the various sub-disciplines of biology. There is a broad
range of subjects to choose from, such as: Anatomy/Morphology, Developmental Biology, Evolution, Genetics, Microbiology, Mycology, Nature Conservation, Ecology, Physiology and Cell Biology. Essential
biological accompanying sciences, including biochemistry and biostatistics, are also possible modules.
You will learn to describe biological facts using the relevant technical terms and will be able to access new areas of expertise and knowledge in biology yourself.

An integral part of the degree course is the MarSkills programme, in which you acquire attractive and future-oriented key skills (see ).

Admission modus

Without admission restriction

More information regarding admission requirements

Admission requirements

Lecture period

  • 13.04.2026 - 17.07.2026
  • 12.10.2026 - 12.02.2027

Application deadlines

Winter semester (2026/2027)
  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

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  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

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  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

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  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

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Languages of instruction

Main language

German