Biology / Neuroscience (BSc) Program at a Glance

Biology/Neuroscience -

• the science of living systems
• the leading science of this century
• examines the evolution of life, its diversity and interaction with the environment
• explores exciting new research fields
• challenging and intriguing
• a smart choice!

  Come to Jacobs University and see!
  
  Jacobs University offers a 180 ECTS credit three-year Bachelor of Science program in Biology / Neuroscience, which conforms to the guidelines established for an accredited degree. Biology/Neuroscience majors at Jacobs University study the structural, functional, and physiological aspects of biological systems. In the first two years, students take a broad range of natural science
  courses and other electives. Third year students pursue guided research on experimental and theoretical problems in Biology/ Neuroscience.
  
  Our transdisciplinary approach to teaching and research requires that students select additional elective courses in the sciences and engineering as well as the humanities and social sciences.

During the first year, general (introductory) lectures and lab courses are mandatory. As outlined in the handbook, the students select more courses from a variety of electives from the School of Engineering and Science (SES) or from the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS). In addition, so-called University Studies Courses (USCs) have to be selected which are taught by professors from both Schools. They are unique in that here perspectives from apparently different areas of science are brought together.

For a full listing of the Course Requirements of the Undergraduate Biology Program please see the program handbook. 
 
See also the Program Handbook for the course requirements for students matriculated in the year:
2011 | 2010 | 2009 |2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003

Dr. Adele Diederich
Professor of Psychology
Claus Hilgetag, PhD
Professor of Neuroscience
Dr. Alexander Lerchl
Professor of Biology
V. Benno Meyer-Rochow, PhD
Professor of Biology
Dr. Bettina Olk
Professor of Psychology

Biology / Neuroscience students at Jacobs University acquire the expertise and practical skills needed for successful international careers in the life sciences and related areas. With a BSc in Biology/Neuroscience from Jacobs University, students are well prepared to enter graduate programs in the life sciences worldwide as well as medical school in the United States and other countries after having followed a pre-medical track.
Whether you aspire to a career in medicine or research, whether you want to become a professor or to work in industry, Jacobs University’s transdisciplinary approach to Biology/ Neuroscience will provide the solid foundation you need to succeed in your further education and career.