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    Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc)

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    Göttingen, DEMScIn-person2 years
    20
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Göttingen, DE.

    About the program

    Combines plant and animal breeding using an interdisciplinary and research-oriented approach covering theories, methods, processes, and issues in agricultural and forestry sciences. Emphasizes scientific-analytical laboratory methods, bioinformatics, independent research projects, and evaluation of breeding effects considering social, scientific, and ethical aspects.

    Focus: both
    QS World University Rankings 2026: 243 | QS World University Rankings 2024: 13

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    Deadlines

    Winter 2027
    Feb 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 80 (iBT) or 550 (pBT)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic: at least Band 6

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

    €9,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen online or in-person?
    Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen is offered in-person.
    How long does Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen take to complete?
    Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen?
    Per the program's published guidance: above-average or preferably good grade
    How large is the Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen cohort?
    Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen typically enrolls around 20 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen?
    Post-completion work rights for Integrated Plant and Animal Breeding (MSc) at University of Göttingen: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)