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. 

Module Handbook

Looking for more in-depth information on all possible compulsory, compulsory-elective and elective modules in the BiOc Master program? Take a look at the Biological Oceanography Module Handbook

Please note that due to changing availability, changes in staff and schedules not all classes can be offered each year. The actual offer per semester can always be accessed via univIS.

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 class via OLAT before the semester begins. 

Official Examination Regulations | FPO

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, number of credits = ECTS, semester hours and the design of the exam.

The most recent and officially valid version can always be accessed via the CAU website. 

Please note that not all compulsory elective or elective options are offered every semester / year. Refer to UnivIS for the 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 academic study advisor.

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

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  • Dr. Mark Lenz
    Curriculum Coordinator
    Wischhofstraße 1-3
    24148 Kiel
    Room: 5-1.403
    Phone: +49 (0)431 600-4576
    E-mail: mlenz(at)geomar.de

    M.A. Sina Delfs
    Administrative Study Coordinator
    Wischhofstraße 1-3
    24148 Kiel
    Room: 5-1.308
    Phone: +49 (0)431 600-4501
    E-mail: sdelfs(at)geomar.de

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

  • 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.

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