Study Plan
Please note that C1 level German language skills are required to study this Master's program.
The two-year Master's programme consists of a compulsory area (30 ECTS) and a compulsory elective area (60 ECTS). The following modules must be completed in the compulsory section:
Key qualifications for Master's students in biosciences - 6 ECTS (available in English)
Research qualifications in plant sciences - 6 ECTS (available in English)
Research module (practical work in the lab before the Master's thesis) - 18 ECTS (available in English)
A total of 60 ECTS must be completed in the compulsory elective area. The compulsory elective modules are freely selectable (see module catalogue). By selecting the compulsory elective modules, students have the opportunity to determine their individual specialisation. No specialisation is specified in the final documents. The completion time for the final thesis is 12 months.
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For Exchange Students
Dear exchange students,
we are pleased to welcome you at the Faculty of Natural Sciences.
1. If you are interested in a semester abroad, please read the information under the following link.
2. If you have chosen the Erasmus Plus program, please click here.
3. Send your Learning Agreement to Alfia Wolper for a pre-check first: wolper@nat.uni-hannover.de
4. Then send it to Prof. Jutta Papenbrock for the final confirmation: papenbrock@nat.uni-hannover.de
5. Deadlines: we require your Learning Agreement by 01.09 (winter semester) or 01.03 (summer semester)
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Qualification Goals
The qualification goals are
- an in-depth understanding of the plant system in molecular, biochemical and physiological terms as well as an understanding of the complex relationships between genetic factors, cellular processes and the resulting plant characteristics;
- the ability to research molecular biological, biochemical and physiological processes in plants as causes of the functions of the plant system in its environment;
- the ability to research the possibilities of changing plant characteristics using biotechnological and breeding methods;
- the ability to assess the applicability, opportunities and risks for plant breeding and plant production;
- the ability to work independently in a scientific manner: Design and execution of a research plan, recording, evaluation, presentation and critical appraisal of the results.
Graduates are able to
- conduct and critically evaluate molecular, biochemical and physiological research on plants.
- use the findings of molecular plant sciences for plant breeding and modify genetic systems to optimize the qualitative and quantitative properties of crops;
- develop molecular, biochemical and physiological findings and processes for application options in plant production;
- select biotechnological processes for defined purposes in a well-founded manner.
Study Structure
The degree program has a modular structure: thematically and chronologically related courses, such as lectures, seminars, experimental exercises or practicals, are combined into a module. The modules are allocated credit points (CP) in accordance with the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
Many modules (approx. 70%) are offered in English.
Module Catalog
Pflanzenbiotechnologie (M. Sc.)
WiSe 24/25 | SoSe 25
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Archive
- M._Sc._PBT_WP-Module_WiSe16_17
- MSc_PBT_WP-Module_WiSe_17_18
- MSc_PBT_WP-Module_SoSe_2018
- MSc_PBT_WP-Module_WiSe_2018_19
- MSc_PBT_WP-Module_SoSe_2019
- MSc_Pflanzenbiotechnologie_WiSe20-21_SoSe21
- MSc_Pflanzenbiotechnologie_WiSe21-22_SoSe22
- MSc_Pflanzenbiotechnologie_WiSe_22-23_SoSe23
- Modulkatalog_MSc_Pflanzenbiotechnologie_23-24
Schedule and Semester Planning
Master's Degree
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Master's Thesis
Registration
The Master's thesis must be registered with the Examination Office of the Faculty of Natural Sciences. Please, fill out the form and send it to the email address: pruefungsamt@nat.uni-hannover.de.
You will receive an email from the Examinations Office with further information on registering your thesis. The process is entirely electronic.
Two supervisors are required for the evaluation of the Master's thesis. Both supervisors must have an examination authorization for the Plant Biotechnology degree program. If your supervisor is not authorized to supervise, you can apply to the Examination Board: pruefungsausschuss@botanik.uni-hannover.de.
Admission requirements
You must be enrolled in the PBT M.Sc. degree program. There are no further admission requirements.
Completion time
The completion time for the Master's thesis is 12 months.
Submission of the thesis
A bound copy of the thesis and an electronic version must be submitted to the first and second examiners. Please use the form to confirm submission of the thesis. The form should be sent to the e-mail: pruefungsamt@nat.uni-hannover.de
Defense of the thesis
The defense can take place either in person or online. As a rule, 10 minutes are allowed for the presentation and 20 minutes for the subsequent discussion. Both examiners plus an assessor should take part in the defense. The assessor only writes the minutes. The questions are asked exclusively by the examiners.
Grade for the thesis
The grade for the Master's thesis is calculated by the Examination Ofice as follows: 75% written work and 25% defense. The examiners send their reports to the Examinations Office by email: pruefungsamt@nat.uni-hannover.de A joint report of both examiners is not allowed!
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Professional Fields
Future Professional Fields of Graduates
Graduates of the Master's program in Plant Biotechnology are qualified for the following professional fields, as they have in-depth knowledge of molecular plant sciences, particularly in the fields of molecular genetics, molecular biology, plant physiology, biochemistry and cell biology, as well as methodological expertise in plant biotechnology:
- research, development and quality assurance in basic research in molecular biology as well as in the plant biotechnology industry;
- in university and non-university research,
- in cultivation or biotechnology-oriented companies, e.g. breeding, seed and plant protection companies, propagation and young plant facilities
- in the service sector as well as in public authorities in Germany and abroad.
Professional Activities:
- Research and development in companies, institutes and universities working in the bio/life sciences in areas with a molecular biological and biotechnological focus
- Assessment of the technical consequences and biological safety of plants in authorities, offices and companies with the task of molecular biological analysis and control and in consulting firms and start-ups.
Further Career Opportunities:
- Intellectual property (patents)
- Regulatory affairs
- Public relations, e.g. for associations, authorities, scientific organizations
- Company foundation
Legal Requirements and Regulations
Regulations regarding application, admission and the course of a degree program are described in regulations and are legally binding. The admission regulations define the application, selection and acceptance procedure for the degree program.
The examination regulations (PO) regulate the examination requirements and procedures. It specifies the modules in which examinations and coursework must be completed as well as the number and type of examinations. It also contains specifications for the completion time of final theses. The PO specifies the information to be provided when registering for the examination, whether and, if so, which evidence is to be submitted, the deadline for repeat examinations and how to proceed in the event of an examination failure.
Examinations: Dates, Registration and Further Information
Normally, each module is completed with an examination. Most modules have two examination dates per semester. Each examination must be registered online on QIS during the registration period.
Participating Institutions
Counseling Services and Contact
Program Coordination
Alfia Wolper
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