Master of Science in Animal Biology and Biomedical Sciences University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Language of instruction
- GermanEnglish
- Tuition fees
- No tuition fees
- Next application deadline
- 15 July 2027 (winter semester)
- Language level required
- English: B2German: A2
Programme overview
Quick facts
- Degree
- MSc
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Full-time / part-time
- Full-time
- Intake
- Winter semester
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- No
- A Diploma supplement will be issued
- Yes
- Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
- No
Language of instruction
- German
- English
Courses are mostly held in English. In some laboratories, it may be necessary to communicate with the technical staff in German.
Programme description
The MSc programme in Animal Biology and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover (TiHo) is a research-orientated course of study, and it lasts four semesters. The workload of the entire study course amounts to 120 credit points (CP), i.e. approx. 3,600 hours of study. The study time is divided up into attendance time (lectures, practicals, seminars, etc.) and study (time for preparing for and following up lectures). The MSc programme at the TiHo is a sequential, modularly designed course. It enables specialisation in one of three main subject areas:
- Evolution, biodiversity and behaviour
- Cell biology, developmental biology and neurobiology
- Infection biology
In the first semester, teaching content from all three main subject areas as well as interdisciplinary modules are offered.
In the second semester, the students choose five modules from at least two main subject areas.
The research weeks in the third semester serve as preparation for the practical research for the Master’s thesis.
All courses are held in English. A good command of English is therefore a requirement for admission to the study course.
In the first semester, the course on “Animal Protection and Planning Animal Experiments” is offered for all students. Additionally, the course on FELASA B is optionally offered insofar as it is necessary for the further course of study.
Mode of study
- Fully on-site
International elements in the curriculum
The curriculum of this study programme includes international elements that support global perspectives and cross-cultural learning:
- Projects with partners in Germany and abroad
- International guest lecturers
Application and admission
Application period(s)
Winter semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
EU countries
|
1 May 2027
|
15 July 2027
| |
Iceland
|
1 May 2027
|
15 July 2027
| |
Norway
|
1 May 2027
|
15 July 2027
| |
Liechtenstein
|
1 May 2027
|
15 July 2027
| |
Switzerland
|
1 May 2027
|
15 July 2027
| |
United Kingdom
|
1 May 2027
|
15 July 2027
| |
Non-EU countries
|
15 November 2026
|
31 January 2027
|
Academic admissions requirements
Academic admission requirements include a Bachelor's degree in the subjects biology, biochemistry or a comparable bio-scientific course of study. The Master's programme is not aimed at students with a degree in veterinary medicine (state examination).
Language requirements
German language requirements
Accepted certificates include
| Certificates | Minimum result |
|---|---|
telc Deutsch
|
Total: telc Deutsch A2
|
ÖSD Zertifikat
|
Total: A2
|
Goethe-Zertifikat
|
Total: Goethe-Zertifikat A2
|
English language requirements
Accepted certificates include
| Certificates | Minimum result |
|---|---|
UNIcert® English
|
Total: UNIcert® II
|
TOEIC
|
Total: 785 / 990
Reading: 385 / 495
Listening: 400 / 495
Writing: 150 / 200
Speaking: 160 / 200
|
PTE Academic
|
Total: 59 / 90
|
Cambridge English Qualifications
|
Total: B2 First
|
TOEFL iBT (since 2026)
|
Total: 4 / 6
Reading: 4 / 6
Listening: 4 / 6
Writing: 4 / 6
Speaking: 4 / 6
|
IELTS Academic
|
Total: 5.5 / 9
|
How to apply?
uni-assist
You can apply via uni-assist, the application processing service for international students.
Click hereCosts and funding
Tuition fees per semester
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
There are generally no tuition fees at the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover. However, you must pay the semester contribution each semester for enrolment or registration. The student contribution includes the "Deutschland-Semesterticket", which allows you to use public transportation all throughout Germany.
Semester contribution: approx. 425 EUR
Living & services
Support for international students
- Welcome event
- Cultural and linguistic preparation
- Help with finding accommodation
- Support with registration procedures
Use of a language app for three months, free of charge, self-study
Further details on other services:
https://www.tiho-hannover.de/en/university/international-academic-office/international-academic-office
Course-specific language courses available
- English
- German
Accommodation
The "Studentenwerk Hannover" provides information and organises various types of accommodation, from shared rooms to single flats.
https://www.studentenwerk-hannover.de/en/living/overview
Contact
Dezernat Studentische und Akademische Angelegenheiten
- Name
- Monika Horni
- Address
- Bünteweg 2, 30559 Hannover
- Phone
- +49 5119538088