Bachelor
English
Mathematics & Natural Sciences
yDiv Graduate School & Postdoc Programme for Integrative Biodiversity Research
Bachelor
About the Program
The yDiv Graduate School is the graduate school and postdoc programme of the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig with more than 300 researchers from around 30 nations. The yDiv Graduate School trains doctoral researchers in integrative biodiversity research and offers a broad range of qualification and support services like workshops, coaching, mentoring and networking events. The goal is to offer excellent conditions and support to PhDs working on their projects as well on their careers in or outside academia.
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The yDiv Graduate School is the graduate school and postdoc programme of the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig with more than 300 researchers from around 30 nations. The yDiv Graduate School trains doctoral researchers in integrative biodiversity research and offers a broad range of qualification and support services like workshops, coaching, mentoring and networking events. The goal is to offer excellent conditions and support to PhDs working on their projects as well on their careers in or outside academia.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).
Language
English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to yDiv Graduate School & Postdoc Programme for Integrative Biodiversity Research at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about yDiv Graduate School & Postdoc Programme for Integrative Biodiversity Research at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Is yDiv Graduate School & Postdoc Programme for Integrative Biodiversity Research at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the yDiv Graduate School & Postdoc Programme for Integrative Biodiversity Research 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 yDiv Graduate School & Postdoc Programme for Integrative Biodiversity Research at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (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 yDiv Graduate School & Postdoc Programme for Integrative Biodiversity Research? ▼
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 Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena — 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.