Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Master of Biology: Biodiversity: Conservation and Restoration

Biology is a fundamental scientific discipline focusing on formulating and testing hypotheses through observations and experiments in the lab or the field. As a Biology student, you will actively participate in state-of the-art research performed at the Department of Biology. The teaching is supported by the staff and expertise of the research groups. In this Master's programme, emphasis lies on the global biodiversity crisis, one of the key elements of global change. You acquire insight into the causes and consequences of the current worldwide loss of plant, animal and other species, and into the theory and practice of managing endangered species and the conservation and restoration of habitats. Links with society, for example, biodiversity policy, legislation and international treaties, will also be highlighted. Students will undertake an internship with an external organisation involved in conservation/restoration.

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Master of Biology: Biodiversity: Conservation and Restoration

Biology is a fundamental scientific discipline focusing on formulating and testing hypotheses through observations and experiments in the lab or the field. As a Biology student, you will actively participate in state-of the-art research performed at the Department of Biology. The teaching is supported by the staff and expertise of the research groups. In this Master's programme, emphasis lies on the global biodiversity crisis, one of the key elements of global change. You acquire insight into the causes and consequences of the current worldwide loss of plant, animal and other species, and into the theory and practice of managing endangered species and the conservation and restoration of habitats. Links with society, for example, biodiversity policy, legislation and international treaties, will also be highlighted. Students will undertake an internship with an external organisation involved in conservation/restoration.

Admission requirements

TOEFL

79+

Bachelor GPA

3+

IELTS

6.5+

Holders of the diploma of Bachelor in Biology

Candidates with a bachelor degree from universities outside Flanders are required to demonstrate their English language skills in one of the following ways:

By submitting proof that they have studied at least one academic year in an English-language Bachelor's or Master's programme. The Board of Admission may ask additional proof of your proficiency in English.
Applicants can also prove their knowledge on the basis of a language certificate showing their TOEFL or IELTS results:

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language, organized by ETS): paper-based TOEFL level of minimum 550, or an internet-based TOEFL level of minimum 79-80. You can find more information on the TOEFL-website
IELTS (International English Language Testing System): a minimum score of at least 6.5, and on each part minimum 6.0. You can find more information on the IELTS-website

Program Duration

2 Years

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

1,092 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

-

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

5,800 EUR

Other Expenses

-

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