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Evolutionary Biology – (M.Sc.)
University of Groningen
Faculty of Mathematics & Natural Sciences
| Application Deadline: | April 15; Groningen Talent Grant, EM: February 1 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,713 ≈ € 9,600 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Groningen / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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The Top programme Evolutionary Biology is embedded in the Master´s degree programme in Ecology and Evolution and explores the interface between ecology and evolution. Students can benefit from a wide spectrum of national and international expertise across the fields of ecology and evolution.
By following the the Top programme in Evolutionary Biology, students acquire top quality research competences via advanced theoretical and practical training in such a way that they become highly attractive for research positions in the area of Evolutionary Biology. They can often continue their careers by starting PhD research.
This Master´s programme is specifically designed to train the skills that are required for a successful career as a scientist. The Master´s programme provides training in writing grant proposals and encourages students to apply for grants that enable them to continue with a PhD project.
Contents
The two-year track starts in September of each year and has a study load of 120 ECTS.
The first semester consists of three compulsory modules. After this initial period, each student punt together an individual programme that optimally meets their personal career objectives. At the core of the programme are two individually supervised research projects of about 6 months each. In addition, each student conducts two smaller assignments based on a review of recent research literature.
One of these reviews (the colloquium,) is presented orally to wider audience, while the second review (the literature study) takes the form of a review article or grant proposal. In parallel with these activities, students can choose from several seminar series, short courses and Master modules. Throughout the programme, each student is coached by a personal mentor.
The programme elements and their associated ECTS credits(120 in total) are:
* > Three compulsory modules (30 ECTS in total)
* > At least two series of seminars worth 2 ECTS to be chosen from a list of `current themes´ and `classic themes´
* > Two research projects (60 ECTS in total)
* > One colloquium (6 ECTS)
* > One literature study written in the form of a review article or a research proposal (6-18 ECTS)
* > Optional modules (12 ECTS in total)
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Requirements
Admission to the Top programme Evolutionary Biology is highly selective. Successful candidates must demonstrate that their motivation and cognitive skills are well above average. The requirements for acceptance include:
* a Bachelor´s degree in Biology or the equivalent
* marks that clearly identify the candidate as belonging to the top 10% of their cohort
* outspoken motivation to pursue a scientific career
* recommendations by qualified referees
* documented proficiency in English; language requirements include an IELTS test score of 6.5 or a TOEFL test score of 580 (paper-based),237 (computer-based) or 92 (internet-based, iBT).
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 580 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 237 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 92 |
Accreditation
Accredited by the Dutch Government
Ask a Question
You can contact A.F. Bos to ask a question about Evolutionary Biology at University of Groningen.
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- StudyinHolland.nl : Information on why and what to study in The Netherlands.
- Student Experiences about The Netherlands - STeXX.eu
- StudyinHolland Youtube Channel
- Nuffic - Netherlands organisation for international cooperation in higher education
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- Nuffic Study Finder
- Holland Alumni network
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