UnivIS Course Catalogue

All classes of past, current and upcoming semesters can be found in the module databank UnivIS. Please select the classes you wish to or are required to participate in and set up your semester schedule. Some classes require a notification / registration with the lecturer or teacher or a subscription via Open OLAT. If you have any questions, please contact the lecturer directly. 

OLAT

Many classes have a corresponding folder on the e-learning platform Open OLAT that is used to make class material and additional reading available. Some teachers require you to sign into their classe via OLAT. 

Official Examination Regulations

The official examination regulations Fachprüfungsordnung (FPO) (German only; inofficial English version) gives you an overview over the basic rules behind the study program. It also contains information on the compulsory, compulsory elective or elective nature of classes, ECTS, semester hours and the design of the exam.

Please note that not all compulsory elective or elective options are offeres every semester / year. Refer to univIS for a list of classes that are actually taught per semester. If you have any detailed questions, please get in touch with the person responsible for the module or the study advisor.

For more information on CAU's legal examination procedure regulations please take a look at the Prüfungsverfahrensordnung (German only).

Module Handbook

Looking for more in-depth information on all compulsory, compulsory-elevtice and elective modules in the BiOc Master program? Feel free to take a look at the current Module Handbook. We are in the process of updating it to match the valid FPO. Please contact us if you have any questions.

  • Exam registration: If you encounter exam registration problems please contact exam office biology (Office Examination Board (web)).

    Generally: for imported courses and courses outside of M. Sc. Biological Oceanography please always contact the person in charge of the module you are attending and the corresponding exam office.

    Campusmanagementsystem

  • OLAT is the central online learning platform of CAU. On OLAT you always find recent material for lectures, seminars etc. 

  • Prof. Dr. Frank Melzner
    Curriculum Coordinator
    Wischhofstraße 1-3
    Room 5-1.311
    Phone: +49 (0)431 600-4274
    E-mail: fmelzner(at)geomar.de

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  • Next application period: March 1 to April 15, 2026

    More information at "how to aply"