Biology
Master
Students of the master’s Biology aim to understand living systems to help preserve biodiversity, our environment and human and animal health and welfare. Biological issues are at the forefront of technological advances in today’s society. They are central to global concerns about how we affect our environment, and how our environment affects us. It is a unique intellectual challenge to understand the complexity of biological systems at scales ranging from single molecules to whole ecosystems and from single generations to evolutionary timescales.
Biology students obtain a broad overview of the latest developments in the field, ranging from genes to ecosystems. They learn to critically discuss and reflect on current scientific advances.
What makes the master's Biology unique?
- You will learn about cutting edge research and techniques from teachers who are experts in the field
- You can construct their own tailor made study programme, supported by study advisors
- Attention for personal growth, development and skills training
- Internationally oriented
Specialisations
Within the master's programme you can choose one of the following specialisations to meet your personal interests.
- Cell Biology and Molecular Interactions
- Development and Adaptation
- Health and Disease
- Ecology
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English
Title
Master of Science
Duration
2 years
ECTS credits
ECTS
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme of study. Its aim is to facilitate the recognition of study periods undertaken by mobile students through the transfer of credits. The ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits are equivalent to the workload of full-time student during one academic year.
Accreditation
Numerus Fixus
No Numerus Fixus
Without numerus fixus.
Tuition fee 2023/2024
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,314
Non-EU/EEA
The non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA.
€ 19,600
Institutional
The institutional rate is for all students who have already obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree and who want to start a second programme leading to a degree at the same level or at a lower level.
€ 19,600
Admission
Application requirements
Information not availableLanguage requirements
- 6.5
- IELTS overall band
- 6
- IELTS speaking
- 92
- TOEFL internet based
- 176
- Cambridge First Certificate in English
- 176
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English
- 180
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
- 310
- TOEIC
Check when you can start and what you have to pay!
| Tuition fees | |
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| € 2,314 | |
| € 19,600 | |
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| Tuition fees | |
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| € 2,530 | |
| Information not available | |
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| Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
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| 1 Sep '24 | 1 Jul '24 | 1 May '24 |
Scholarships
You can check if you're eligible for scholarships that apply to this course.
StuNed Scholarship Programme
StuNed Scholarships for master studies, short courses and customised training programmes are available for Indonesian professionals with at least 2 years' work experience in a development-related organisation.
Orange Knowledge Programma (OKP)
The Orange Knowledge Programme aims to contribute to a society's sustainable and inclusive development. Its scholarships are open to mid-career professionals in specific countries.
Contact
Wageningen University & Research
Main addressDroevendaalsesteeg 2
6708 PB Wageningen
0317 - 484848
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