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The master programme Biobased Sciences focuses on the transition from a petrochemical to a biobased and circular economy. This master zooms in on four main aspects to come to a sustainable transition: economic, technical, social and environmental aspects. The programme is interdisciplinary. It includes both biomass production, bioconversion, biorefinery and societal, logistic and economic transition processes.
'Masters of circularity game'
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Study programme of Master's Biobased Sciences
The MSc Biobased Sciences is a two-year programme. In the first year you will start with two foundation courses: Principles of Biobased Economy and Circular Economy. These courses focus on important aspects when designing a biobased and/or circular economy. During this year you will also follow the course Academic Consultancy Training. You can choose the other courses in the first year yourself, partly within the specialisation of your choice.
The second year of the master will consist of a master thesis at one of the thesis groups that fits your specialisation and an internship. More information can be found on the Biobased Sciences programme page.
Program overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The master programme Biobased Sciences focuses on the transition from a petrochemical to a biobased and circular economy. This master zooms in on four main aspects to come to a sustainable transition: economic, technical, social and environmental aspects. The programme is interdisciplinary. It includes both biomass production, bioconversion, biorefinery and societal, logistic and economic transition processes.
'Masters of circularity game'
Do you have what it takes? Learn about this master's programme and discover the different specialisations by playing the game. Who will be the winner? Play the game
Study programme of Master's Biobased Sciences
The MSc Biobased Sciences is a two-year programme. In the first year you will start with two foundation courses: Principles of Biobased Economy and Circular Economy. These courses focus on important aspects when designing a biobased and/or circular economy. During this year you will also follow the course Academic Consultancy Training. You can choose the other courses in the first year yourself, partly within the specialisation of your choice.
The second year of the master will consist of a master thesis at one of the thesis groups that fits your specialisation and an internship. More information can be found on the Biobased Sciences programme page.
Admission Requirements
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MSc Biobased Sciences
Wageningen Campus, Droevendaalsesteeg 2, Wageningen, NL, Wageningen, Netherlands
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24 monthsProgram duration
Biological SciencesMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The master programme Biobased Sciences focuses on the transition from a petrochemical to a biobased and circular economy. This master zooms in on four main aspects to come to a sustainable transition: economic, technical, social and environmental aspects. The programme is interdisciplinary. It includes both biomass production, bioconversion, biorefinery and societal, logistic and economic transition processes.
'Masters of circularity game'
Do you have what it takes? Learn about this master's programme and discover the different specialisations by playing the game. Who will be the winner? Play the game
Study programme of Master's Biobased Sciences
The MSc Biobased Sciences is a two-year programme. In the first year you will start with two foundation courses: Principles of Biobased Economy and Circular Economy. These courses focus on important aspects when designing a biobased and/or circular economy. During this year you will also follow the course Academic Consultancy Training. You can choose the other courses in the first year yourself, partly within the specialisation of your choice.
The second year of the master will consist of a master thesis at one of the thesis groups that fits your specialisation and an internship. More information can be found on the Biobased Sciences programme page.
Program overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The master programme Biobased Sciences focuses on the transition from a petrochemical to a biobased and circular economy. This master zooms in on four main aspects to come to a sustainable transition: economic, technical, social and environmental aspects. The programme is interdisciplinary. It includes both biomass production, bioconversion, biorefinery and societal, logistic and economic transition processes.
'Masters of circularity game'
Do you have what it takes? Learn about this master's programme and discover the different specialisations by playing the game. Who will be the winner? Play the game
Study programme of Master's Biobased Sciences
The MSc Biobased Sciences is a two-year programme. In the first year you will start with two foundation courses: Principles of Biobased Economy and Circular Economy. These courses focus on important aspects when designing a biobased and/or circular economy. During this year you will also follow the course Academic Consultancy Training. You can choose the other courses in the first year yourself, partly within the specialisation of your choice.
The second year of the master will consist of a master thesis at one of the thesis groups that fits your specialisation and an internship. More information can be found on the Biobased Sciences programme page.
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