Overview

Bio Inspired Innovation at Utrecht University will equip you with the research, design and collaborative skills that make you a bio inspired expert. The first year of the programme is research-based, while the second year focuses on the application of knowledge in innovation. You will contribute by using your biological perspective to innovate in the key sectors on nature's principles. As a Bioscience professional, you will advise and inform designers,policy and industry professionals.

Career

During the Master’s programme, you will be challenged to determine which career perspective best fits your talents and interests. We will guide and support you to focus your programme on obtaining all the skills required for a certain career path.

Accreditation

Accredited by the NVAO - Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bioinspiration & value creation

Integrative bio-inspired design: the Sys

Bio inspired design challenge

Plant microbe interactions

Applied plant biology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

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Applying early (1 December deadline) is advisable as there is more time for UCU to consider your application.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

7

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Utrecht, Netherlands

Disciplines

Biology Sustainable Development Environmental Management View 45 other Masters in Biology in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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70

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant bachelor degree

Bachelor programmes that may meet the requirements are:

Biology

Chemistry with Biology minor

Pharmaceutical sciences

Biomedical Sciences

Life sciences

Natural sciences with Biology minor

Other relevant science programme

Relevant knowledge, insight and skills

Basic knowledge of Biology (minimum level 1 bachelor)

Advanced knowledge (level 3 bachelor) of two or more sub-disciplines in the field of Biology, such as molecular and cellular biology, microbiology, plant biology, animal biology and ecology.

High overall score (GPA, average grade, grading tables) and high grades for relevant courses

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

25306 EUR / year

≈ 25306 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2694 EUR / year

≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Utrecht

Netherlands

900 - 1450 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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