Study with us

To study biology is to learn about living organisms from viruses to humans and to understand how life from the molecular level to the whole ecosystem. At the Department of Biology Education, you can develop your knowledge of biology and your practical skills in the lab and in the field. Start your future with biology studies with us.

With us, you get a biology education that prepares you for working life, with a strong connection to research, in a stimulating study environment.

Our courses and programmes

Strong research connection

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At Stockholm University, we have extensive and outstanding research in the many branches of biology, from genomics and greenhouse gas-producing Baltic mussels to the cost of advanced brains and natural resource management. The teachers are all active researchers, a guarantee that the teaching is always updated with the latest research findings. The teachers are often professors with deep knowledge and a great commitment to the subject. When we ask alumni what they appreciated most, it is precisely the teachers they mention.

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Stimulating study environment

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The combination of lectures, seminars, group work and practical lab work increases your theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Small groups allow you to easily interact with teachers and classmates. You will learn basic skills so that you can critically analyze and apply established methods to current research and societal issues. During excursions and field courses, you get to study animals and plants in natural environments and practice practical ecological work.

Equipped for work life

With a biology degree from Stockholm University, you are well prepared for working life, both in Sweden and abroad. Many of the problems facing society today require biological insights and tools to solve them. For example, 3 of the 17 goals in the UN's sustainable development goals are directly linked to biology and a good understanding of biology is important for several of the others. Important knowledge and skills that our students are equipped with.

Near city and nature

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The Department of Biology Education is located on Stockholm University's Frescati campus. The campus is surrounded by nature in the Royal National City Park, and has excellent public transport connections to central Stockholm. Stockholm is a safe, innovative and beautiful city that is ranked as one of the world's best student cities.