Overview

Students also receive theoretical training, in English and French, in one of the specialisations (see below) or based on courses that the student selects in accordance with their chosen research project and specific interests (elective option).

Available orientations:

General (electives)
Specialisation:

Genetics, development and evolution
Bioinformatics and data analysis
Biodiversity and systematics

Molecular plant science

The Master in Biology from University of Geneva leads to a number of professions both in Switzerland and abroad, including:

Fundamental and medical research in universities and public institutions
Scientific research and consulting in biotech and pharmaceutical companies
Biology teaching in middle school and high school
Scientific journalism
Scientific consulting in governmental or private organisations which finance research
Museums and botanical gardens
Ecology-oriented services

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Studies in systematics

Biochimie

Chemical Biology

Biophotonics

Cell biology journal club

Computer Skills for Biological Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-17 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in French

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Genève, Switzerland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor in Biology or an equivalent degree. Students are required to find a laboratory or group in which to conduct their research project.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

1000 CHF / year

≈ 1000 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1000 CHF / year

≈ 1000 CHF / year

Living costs

Genève

Switzerland

1925 - 2850 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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