INTERNATIONAL DEGREE COURSE BIOMIMETICS – FAQ


When is the start of term of the bachelor degree course in Biomimetics?
Admission to the International Degree Course in Biomimetics is possible only for the winter semester. Application deadline is July, 15th. Questions about application and admission for the Biomimetics Course are answered by the Registrar’s Office of the Bremen University of Applied Sciences. Please address your application always to the Registrar's Office.

Whom is the International degree course in Biomimetics intended for?
The International Degree Course in Biomimetics addresses students that are interested in natural sciences and technology. The interdisciplinary course focuses on biological as well as on engineering contents.

What are the career prospects in Biomimetics?
There are no fixed job descriptions for biomimetics scientists. Graduates can expect a wide range of of work opportunities in all areas of research and development of new technologies and/or innovative products:
Professional guilds:
- Nanotechnology
- Surface engineering
- Smart materials and sensors
- Biomaterials
- Bioinformatics/Biological Information Technology
- Robotics
- Education

What are the admission requirements?

How many applicants are accepted?

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Is it necessary to complete an internship in industry previous to the start of studies?

Are all marks of the certificate of qualification for university matriculation relevant for the application or only those of the scientific subjects?

Is the term abroad obligatory?

Where can I spend my term abroad?

Are there animal experiments conducted during the International degree course in Biomimetics?

What is a bachelor degree?
The modification of the academic system in Germany from diploma courses to the bachelor/master system is based to the Bologna process. Its objective is to make the education standards within the EU states comparable to each other. The Bachelor degree is a basic academic certificate. It is a prerequisite to start a master degree course. The International Degree Course Biomimetics is completed with the Bachelor of Science that enables the start of a related Master degree program, e.g. the master program "Biomimetics: Motion Systems". Most of the master degree programs have specific criteria of selection that have to be inquired directly.

Is there also a master degree course for biomimetics?
Yes. The Bremen University of Applied Sciences offers the consecutive master degree course Biomimetics: Motion systems. There are more courses offered at different universities in Germany and Austria. For the contact details please go to the website of the biomimetics network BIOKON e.V..