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Biology
Biology is the science of living things. Researched is basically the living organism, its structures and composition. The scientific progress in the field of biology is enormous. The increase in knowledge in recent decades has necessarily led to specialization. In addition, biology is becoming increasingly interconnected with other scientific fields. Most often, biology is offered as a bachelor's degree at a university.
Students of biology learn to describe and analyze the structure of living organisms down to the microscopic level. Specialty areas include zoology, botany, and human biology. Compulsory modules often include zoology, botany and ecology to developmental biology, cell biology, microbiology and structural biology. Other subjects, content and specializations may include: ecosystems, organisms, neurobiology, molecular biology, evolutionary biology or biomedicine. Course content and weightings vary from school to school.
Depending on the field of study or type of school, the length of study differs. The bachelor's degree can be completed full-time or part-time model and usually lasts between 6-10 semesters. If one still wants to follow the Master afterwards, this takes another 4 semesters.
A bachelor's degree costs between 4,500 -8,000.- Swiss francs, depending on the university and duration, and at a higher technical college between 10,000 - 50,000.- Swiss francs, again depending on the educational program. The differences are shown to you here.
Depending on the training institution- and location, different requirements are necessary to be accepted into the program. Students should have great passion for science and laboratory work. An interest in mathematics, physics and chemistry is a prerequisite. In addition, diligence, perseverance but also manual dexterity, communication and teamwork skills are of great importance.
Graduates with a degree in biology work in public services, industry, the environment, science, and education. Those who wish to pursue a career in research usually complete their studies with a doctorate. This is often followed by post-doctoral studies abroad.
The salary: In Switzerland, as a biologist, a salary Between 70,000.- and 103,000 francs is possible, this varies, of course, depending on the industry, degree and position (for example, molecular biologists earn more due to specialization). You can find potential employers here.
Bachelor's or Master's degree: Biology studies are offered at the UNI Zurich or the University of Geneva, among others.
University or university of applied sciences: You will find concrete study programs in biology in Switzerland including experiences of students below. You will also find below a selection of students and alumni who will advise you online and free of charge regarding studies and career.
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