Biological Sciences: Ecology and Evolution (track)
The aim of the two-year track Ecology and Evolution in the Master's programme Biological Sciences is to promote understanding of the relationships between living organisms, the evolution of species and the function of ecosystems, in order to contribute to more sustainability on earth.
Language of instruction
English
Mode
Full-time
Location
☘️Helps you explore ways to improve and protect biodiversity
Feb10
Master's Week 10 -14 Feb
Nov15
Master's Week: 15-21 Nov
Here's why you want to study Biological Sciences: Ecology and Evolution (track) in Amsterdam
Word-renowned research
Biological research at the UvA is carried out at the Institute for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics (IBED) and the Swammerdam Institute for Life Sciences (SILS).
Unravel
We aim to unravel how organisms and ecosystems function in all their complexity, and how they change because of natural processes and human influence.
Be part of our community
As a student you participate actively in increasing our understanding of the diversity and dynamics of ecosystems, from the level of molecules and genes to entire ecosystems.
Specialised tracks
There are four specialised study tracks, each with its own focus within the larger field of biology research, and one more general track.
Ecology and Evolution will suit you, if you...
- Are looking for expert training to thoroughly understand how plant and animal species originate and together shape communities that inhabit the ecosystems on our planet.
- Want to explore the options to improve and protect the earth's biodiversity.
- Are interested in a wide choice of courses and internships in the Netherlands, Europe or anywhere in the world.
Discover your programme
The Master's programme in Biological Sciences at the UvA offers 1 general track and specialisations in 4 tracks. Ecology and Evolution is one of them. The other tracks are:
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Facts & Figures
- Degree programme
- MSc Biological Sciences
- Type
- Regular study programme
- Mode
- Full-time
- Credits
- 120 ECTS, 24 months
- Language of instruction
- English
- Starts in
- September
- RIO code
- 60707
- Location
- Science Park
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