Overview

Thanks to Darwin, we know the process of evolution has shaped the bewildering variation we see around us. Students can expect to acquire scientific and analytical skills, expertise in present theories and up-to-date technologies, as well as practical skills including teamwork and interpersonal skills; all in an international environment.

After starting with a general overview of evolutionary biology, and what it entails to be a biological researcher, this Biosciences - Evolutionary Biology at University of Turku focuses mainly on evolutionary genetics.

Emphasis is on gaining data science (programming) skills, with expertise in bioinformatics, and molecular and quantitative genetics. Teachers include experts in human genetics, microbial, and quantitative evolutionary genetics. Expertise in phylogenetics of animals and plants is brought in by experts from our Museum of Natural History. The skills and knowledge obtained pave the way for future career paths in academia or industry.

Job options

Master's Programme in Biosciences educates future experts for positions in academia, industry, and the public sector. After graduating from the programme, you will be eligible for scientific postgraduate degree studies and may work, among others, as a:

research scientist,
lecturer,
project manager,
research coordinator.

Career in research

A Master of Science degree provides you with eligibility for scientific postgraduate degree studies. Postgraduate degrees are doctoral and licentiate degrees. Degrees can be completed at the University of Turku in the University of Turku Graduate School and one of the Doctoral Programmes.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistical learning: Boot camp

Basics of R-Language

Laboratory Animal Science Course

Evolutionary Perspectives
Towards BioBased Finland

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-22 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

62

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Molecular Sciences Genetics

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

62

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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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

You are an eligible applicant for master’s level studies if:

you have a nationally recognised first cycle degree – normally a Bachelor’s degree – from an accredited institution of higher education,
your degree corresponds to at least 180 ECTS (European credits) or to three years of full-time study,

your degree is in a relevant field for the Master’s degree programme that you’re applying to.

For the Evolutionary Biology specialisation track, the relevant fields are:

ecology,
evolutionary biology,
genetics,
physiology.

Please check the programme page for detailed degree requirements.

Tuition Fee

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International

12000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12000 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.

Tuition fee Free for citizens of EU/EEA countries or Switzerland, for citizens of non-EU/EEA countries €12,000/academic year

Living costs for Turku

775 - 1128 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

The University of Turku supports merited and motivated students with generous scholarships. Scholarships are offered for all Master’s level studies for students who are subject to tuition fees.
The scholarships are awarded based on academic merits. Applying for a scholarship is simple: just indicate “yes” to the appropriate question on your online application form for the programme.

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