Overview

Themes like animal nutrition, animal health, animal welfare, levels of management, genetic diversity and socio-economic factors are all widely discussed in the Animal Sciences programme at the Wageningen University and Research . In that you can tackle problems related to sustainable livestock development as well as for management systems of livestock, companion and zoo animals.

Why this programme?

Great deal of attention to knowledge development for sustainable animal husbandry.

Unique programme in the Netherlands, tailor made to your study interests.

International orientation with the opportunity to study or write your thesis abroad.

Specialisations

Within the master's programme you can choose one of the following specialisations to meet your personal interests.

Genetics and Biodiversity

Nutrition and Metabolism

Global and Sustainable Production

Adaptation, Health and Behaviour

Molecule, Cell and Organ Functioning

Animal Ecology

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Programme Structure

Specializations:

Genomics

Genetic Improvement of Livestock

Modern Statistics for the Life Sciences

Population and Quantitative Genetics

Sustainability Assessment of Animal Systems

Health, Welfare and Management

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-04-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2023-06-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

More details

Sept: Application via Studielink will open in October.

Language

English

IELTS

6

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Animal Sciences Genetics View 68 other Masters in Biology in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A WUR BSc degree in Animal Sciences, Dutch BSc in Biology, or equivalent.

An assessment of the student's expertise in the following topics: Biology (animal biology and physiology), Natural sciences (chemistry) applied to the discipline of domesticated animals, Mathematics (differentiation, integration, first order differential equations, calculus, linear algebra), Research methodology including basics in statistics

Transcript of records displaying the content of previous course subjects and project work;

Curriculum vitae displaying relevant work, internship and/or project experience on an academic level in a relevant field if applicable.

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Tuition Fee

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International

19600 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19600 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

2314 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2314 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Wageningen

700 - 800 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Animal Sciences.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Why this programme?

Specialisations

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

Explore more key information

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

EU/EEA

Living costs for Wageningen

Funding

Double-check all fees

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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