Overview

The Master's programme Biological sciences offers specialisations in 4 tracks. Freshwater & Marine Biology is one of them. The other tracks are: 

Ecology and Evolution

General Biology

Green Life Sciences

The study programme

In the Biological Sciences - Freshwater and Marine Biology programme of the University of Amsterdam you will immerse yourself in research ranging from tropical marine biology to the ecology of wetlands ecosystems.

After graduation

Graduates of the Master's programme in Freshwater & Marine Biology have had an excellent research training that allows them to pursue their PhD. But they can also pursue a career in a different workfield.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advances in Aquatic Sciences

Research Project Biological Sciences

Microbial Ecology

Benthic Ecosystems

Biological Oceanography

Coral Reef Ecology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Biology Marine Science Oceanography

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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92

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should hold

a Dutch Bachelor of Science degree or its equivalent in Biology. A Bachelor course in Aquatic Ecology and/or Marine Biology is required for all students. Students without such a Bachelor course can follow a self-tuition course combined with an intake interview before entry into the Master's programme.

a Bachelor degree in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biomedical Sciences, Psychobiology or Future Planet Studies. These programmes may also qualify, but your suitability and knowledge will be assessed prior to admission. In case of deficiencies, following a pre-Master's programme of Bachelor courses might be necessary. An interview may be part of the procedure.

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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

26000 EUR / year

≈ 26000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2695 EUR / year

≈ 2695 EUR / year

Additional Details

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Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands

1000 - 1500 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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Overview

The Master's programme Biological sciences offers specialisations in 4 tracks. Freshwater & Marine Biology is one of them. The other tracks are:

The study programme

After graduation

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

Explore more key information

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Amsterdam

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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