Program Overview
The Biology - Biodiversity: Conservation and Restoration at University of Antwerp is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biology - Biodiversity: Conservation and Restoration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Belgium and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 2,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Antwerpen, Belgium
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biology - Biodiversity: Conservation and Restoration programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Plant Ecology
- Biostatistics
- Geografic information systems (GIS)
- Ecology of populations and communities
- Landscape ecology
- Conservation biogeography
- Habitat conservation
- Conservation and society
- Conservation genetics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be eligible for the Master programme in Biology, specialisation \'Biodiversity: Conservation and Restoration\', a student should have a strong scientific background including basic knowledge of mathematics, physics, and inorganic and organic chemistry. Knowledge of the basic principles of statistics is crucial.
Candidates should also be acquainted with plants, animals and other organisms (diversity, evolution, cell biology, biochemistry, physiology, genetics, etc.), but familiarity with ecology in particular is a necessity. In addition, an understanding of the physical environment (soil, water, air) is useful. Students also need to have basic computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, \xc2\x85). If basic computer skills are lacking, it is strongly recommended to take tutoring before coming to Belgium.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 2,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 2,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Antwerp directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Antwerp
University of Antwerp
Antwerp, Belgium
The University of Antwerp is a major Belgian university located in the city of Antwerp. The official abbreviation is UAntwerp. The University of Antwerp has about 20,000 students, which makes it...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-01-18
- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 24 months