Study programme code

LTBKB.LT

Study programme administrator

Kairi Koort

MER study programme code

0000000011

version code

LTBKB/27

School / college

LT - School of Natural Sciences and Health

Study programme title in Est.

Bioloogia (kõrvalerialaga)

study programme title in Engl.

Biology (with Minor Field of Study)

Language of instruction

Estonian

Study level

Bachelor's studies

ECTS credits

180

Study domain

Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics

Study programme group

life sciences

Study programme subgroup

Biology

Nominal study period (in semesters)

6

Access conditions

Upper secondary school leaving certificate, vocational secondary school leaving certificate or equivalent qualification. show more...

Entrance exam 100%.
Estonian language skills at least at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

Study programme aims and objectives

The aim of the Bachelor of Biology curriculum is to develop a specialist with broad-based natural science knowledge and practical skills who: understands the structure, show more...
function, development and diversity of biological systems at different organizational levels; is able to formulate biology-related problems, plan research and analyse and interpret data; applies biological knowledge and research methods responsibly, ethically and safely; uses modern digital tools, including artificial intelligence applications, and laboratory and fieldwork methods in professional activities in a purposeful, critical, ethical and safe manner; is able to work both independently and in a team and adapt their communication style to different target groups; values ​​the sustainable development of the environment and society and applies the principles of sustainable thinking; is ready for lifelong learning, professional development and further studies

Learning outcomes of the study programme

- knows the main theoretical starting points, concepts and development trends of biology and distinguishes scientifically based positions from opinions show more...

- formulates problems related to biology, plans data collection, and analyzes and interprets research results using appropriate methods
- explains current topics in biology and natural sciences in Estonian and at least one foreign language, adapting their communication style to the target group and cultural context
- develops solutions to biology-related problems independently and in a team, taking into account the roles, needs and opportunities of team members and valuing innovation and entrepreneurship
- performs professional tasks responsibly, creatively and ethically, following laboratory and field safety requirements and coping with stressful situations
- applies biological knowledge and skills safely and purposefully, using modern digital and analytical tools, including artificial intelligence applications, critically, ethically and in accordance with academic practices
- sets learning goals, analyzes their learning and work process, and consciously shapes their learning and career path
- acts as a specialist in the field of biology and a responsible citizen in a way that supports environmental and social sustainability

Graduation requirements

In order to graduate, the student shall complete the study programme in the given volume, show more...
which includes passing all compulsory courses and compiling and defending the Bachelor’s thesis. Students who have not graduated from upper secondary schools where Estonian is the language of instruction, or who have graduated from schools where Estonian is only partly the language of instruction, are required to have Estonian language proficiency at C1 level.