MSc Biology – Behaviour: From Neural Mechanisms to Evolution

The MSc Biology – Behaviour: From Neural Mechanisms to Evolution is a four-semester graduate programme at Bielefeld University, offered in English and available in the winter semester only. The programme provides interdisciplinary scientific training in the study of behaviour, integrating computational and experimental approaches with a focus on neurobiology, cognitive neuroscience, behavioural biology, behavioural ecology, evolutionary biology, perception, movement/action, theoretical modelling, and experimental design. It explores behaviour from both neuronal and evolutionary perspectives, bridging neurophysiology and behavioural ecology.

Admission requires a completed Bachelor’s degree in Biosciences or a related field, such as Computer Science, Cybernetics, or Psychology, or another first professionally qualifying higher-education degree of at least three years with at least 60 CP in biology or related disciplines. Applicants must also demonstrate proficiency in German and successfully complete a written application procedure demonstrating motivation and academic aptitude. Tuition fees are not specified in the provided source. The application deadlines for the 2026/2027 winter semester are marked as expired.