Master's Biology

Wageningen University & Research · Wageningen, Netherlands

Level
Master's
Award
MASTER
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Wageningen
Credits
120 ECTS_PUNT

Wageningen University & Research does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €21,900 a year for international students.

About this programme

Biological issues are at the forefront of technological advances in today' s society and are central to global concerns about how we affect, and are affected by, our environment. Understanding the complexity of biological systems at scales ranging from single molecules to whole ecosystems and from single generations to evolutionary timescales, provides a unique intellectual challenge. Students taking the MSc Biology programme aim to understand living systems, to help preserve biodiversity and our environment, and to maintain human and animal health and welfare. Students taking the MSc Biology programme 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. The program's emphasis on hands-on learning, augmented by cutting-edge laboratory practices and fieldwork, equips students with practical skills essential for tackling real-world biological challenges. Furthermore, the interdisciplinary nature of the curriculum fosters a holistic understanding of biological sciences, bridging gaps between disciplines and encouraging collaborative thinking. The programme at Wageningen University & Research offers you tailor-made programmes fitting your personal interests. This will allow you to become a specialist in your chosen field. A choice out of four specializations will chart the course of your biology studies here: - Cell Biology and Molecular Interactions -

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