The MS Biodiversity, Evolution and Ecology study programme from University of Bergen will give you a broad introduction to ecology, evolution or systematic research.
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Biodiversity, Evolution and Ecology, M.Sc.
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About
The programme covers themes that range from the biology of single organisms to biogeographical patterns, and you can immerse yourself in both theoretical and applied research.
Through choosing your own subjects and working independently, you will acquire scientific competence.
By working on the masters project you will learn to work in a scientific manner. After completing the study you will have a working knowledge of scientific methods and have developed the ability for critical thinking based upon knowledge of the subjects.
Thesis topics can be drawn from fields such as behavioral ecology, biodiversity, biogeography, evolutionary biology, quantitative ecology, landscape ecology, paleoecology, parasitology, population biology, population genetics, taxonomy and systematics, vegetation history, and pollen analysis.
The Biodiversity, Evolution and Ecology programme is offered by the University of Bergen.
Programme Structure
Learning Outcomes
Having completed the Masters programme in Biology, with specialization in Biodiversity, Evolution and Ecology, the student will:
Knowledge
- Know fundamental patterns and processes in biodiversity, ecology and evolution.
- Be well acquainted with, and understand, evolutionary and ecological theory for interspecific variation in adaptation to the biotic and abiotic environment.
- Understand how human activities effect other populations, species, and ecosystems.
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 24 months
- Credits 120 ECTS
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
- More information Go to the programme website
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Who may apply?
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The University of Bergen is publicly funded and offers tuition-free quality education for all students, regardless of citizenship.
Living costs for Bergen
- 10362 - 16830 NOK/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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