Program Overview
The Environmental Contamination and Toxicology at University of Algarve 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 Environmental Contamination and Toxicology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Portugal 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
- Tuition: EUR 1,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Faro, Portugal
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Contamination and Toxicology 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
- Environmental Biogeochemistry
- Accumulation, toxicity and detoxification models of environmental contaminant
- Environmental Analytical Methods
- Molecular Toxicology
- Eutrophication and Harmful Algal blooms
- Environmental Toxicology
- Biomarkers of Environmental Contamination
- Environmental Risk Assessment
- Toxicogenomics and Toxicoproteomics
- Soil Contamination and Remediation
- Thesis Plan
- Master Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
Academic requirements are any degree in higher education in relevant science and engineering fields (eg. Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Biomedicine, Veterinary Science etc).
Candidates need to be proficient in reading and writing in English.
Selection criteria will include Final Grade Point Average in Bachelor or other higher education degree, as well as professional work experience in relevant fields.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,150 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,150 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Algarve 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 Algarve
University of Algarve
Faro, Portugal
The University of Algarve, founded in 1979, is a Portuguese public higher education institution located in the southernmost region of mainland Portugal, the Algarve, having its headquarters and...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 210
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