Program Overview
The Biological Sciences: Ecology and Evolution at University of Amsterdam 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 Biological Sciences: Ecology and Evolution programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands 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 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biological Sciences: Ecology and Evolution 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
- Ecological and Evolutionary Dynamics
- Spatial Ecology
- Paleo-ecology and Global Change
- Systematic and Evolutionary Biology
- Tropical Ecology
- Computational Geo-Ecology
- Science Communication (in Dutch)
- Teaching (in Dutch)
- Management, Policy Analysis & Entrepreneurship.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Previous education
\nGrade average: Applicants are expected to have an overall grade point average (GPA) equivalant to at least:\n3.0 (American system)\n2.1 (a second class upper/division one degree in the British system)\nC (ECTS-system)\n
\nAdditional language requirements:
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B1
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: B1
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- TOEFL paper based: 580
- TOEFL computer based: 235
- TOEFL internet based: 90
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam
University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
University of Amsterdam is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2002-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months