HU Organismal Biology, Biodiversity and EvolutionHumboldt-Universität zu Berlin · Berlin, Germany

Program Overview

2027/28 dates and tuition are not yet published. Showing 2026/27 cycle data as an estimate.

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Motivation letter

Statement of motivation as required by the program admissions rules.

CV or resume

Up-to-date CV covering education and relevant preparation.

Preliminary review documentation (VPD)

Optional

Required for applicants with a foreign university degree via uni-assist; issued for Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.

APS certificate

Optional

Required for applicants with certificates from China, India, or Vietnam where applicable.

Academic: Bachelor's degree in biology or equivalent; Biological sciences background required for consecutive study.
Prerequisites: German language proficiency; B2 CEFR or equivalent (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, Goethe) required for applicants whose prior degree was not taught in German.

Historical admission data is not published.