Biodiversity and Systematics (master's two years)

The programme emphasizes on four key components: scientific knowledge, practical skills Independent academic thinking and ability to convey knowledge, ethics and sustainability in a global perspective.

Demonstrate ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and perspectives and to analyse, assess and deal with complex biological problems, issues and situations in particular within the field of Biodiversity and Systematics.
Demonstrate ability to critically, independently and creatively identify and formulate scientific objectives and, within specified time limits and using appropriate methods, carry out the tasks required to obtain results and by appropriately evaluating the work contribute to the development of knowledge within the field.
Demonstrate an ability to clearly present and communicate scientific findings, both orally and in writing, and, in dialogue with different social groups, nationally as well as internationally, discuss the conclusions in relation to the state of knowledge within the field and the arguments behind it.
Demonstrate skills required to participate in research as well as developmental work or for independently pursuing other qualified work.

This study programme is directed to students who are interested in a career as:

nature conservation manager - public administrator or private consultant,
officer at government agencies - Environmental Protection Agency or
non-governmental organizations - World Wildlife Foundation, Nature Conservation Organizations,
manager of biodiversity infrastructures or
want to pursue an academic career as museum curator or university researcher.