Skip to content
Universität Rostock
Master German + English Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Funktionelle PflanzenwissenschaftenFunctional Plant Sciences

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

The Master's program 'Functional Plant Sciences' aims to provide students with a solid understanding of processes within plants and their interaction with the environment. This knowledge enables them to optimize plants for food production and specific substances through conventional or genetic engineering methods. The program covers new breeding methods like Genome Editing via CRISPR/Cas and Genomic Selection using Next Generation Sequencing data. The curriculum focuses on helping students assess the profound changes of climate change on the environment and plant world, while exploring the potential of new plant-based technologies. This research-oriented Master's program serves as an interface between classical botany and genetics, molecular biology, applied ecology, biochemistry, and bioinformatics. It also incorporates application-oriented areas such as agricultural biotechnology, renewable resources, and renewable energies. The program consists entirely of elective modules with specialization areas in: Plant Genetics/Bioinformatics, Botany/Plant Genetics/Biotechnology, and Biodiversity/Plant Genetics/Plant Ecology.
Show the original English text
The Master's program 'Functional Plant Sciences' aims to provide students with a solid understanding of processes within plants and their interaction with the environment. This knowledge enables them to optimize plants for food production and specific substances through conventional or genetic engineering methods. The program covers new breeding methods like Genome Editing via CRISPR/Cas and Genomic Selection using Next Generation Sequencing data. The curriculum focuses on helping students assess the profound changes of climate change on the environment and plant world, while exploring the potential of new plant-based technologies. This research-oriented Master's program serves as an interface between classical botany and genetics, molecular biology, applied ecology, biochemistry, and bioinformatics. It also incorporates application-oriented areas such as agricultural biotechnology, renewable resources, and renewable energies. The program consists entirely of elective modules with specialization areas in: Plant Genetics/Bioinformatics, Botany/Plant Genetics/Biotechnology, and Biodiversity/Plant Genetics/Plant Ecology.

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

Related profession searches from Bundesagentur für Arbeit (BERUFENET) data:

Explore all professions →

Subjects / Topic Areas

Plant Sciences

Similar Programs

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Funktionelle Pflanzenwissenschaften at Universität Rostock

Is Funktionelle Pflanzenwissenschaften at Universität Rostock taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Funktionelle Pflanzenwissenschaften programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Funktionelle Pflanzenwissenschaften at Universität Rostock?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Funktionelle Pflanzenwissenschaften?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Universität Rostock — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

📬 Get the weekly Germany guide in your inbox

New blog posts, application deadlines, scholarship announcements. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Weekly Germany guide — 1–2 emails/week, no spam.

📬 Weekly Germany guide delivered to your inbox

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.