
Overview
Specific attention within the Biology - Global Change Biology programme from the University of Antwerp is given to the development of nature-based solutions, where fundamental knowledge on ecosystems is translated into applied ecosystem management, that addresses the negative impacts of global change. For example, you can perform Master's thesis research on:
- negative CO2-emission technologies
- novel techniques for wetland restoration
- management of invasive species
- management of vector-based diseases
Your future
The increasing recognition that global change poses a clear challenge to society makes expertise on the subject a widely sought asset for any future professional career. As a specialist in global change biology, you will develop the skills to analyse policy, influence decision-making and implement novel solutions for a sustainable economy.The city of Antwerp is situated in the heart of Europe, and houses one of the largest port areas in the world, while the city of Brussels, the centre of European decision making, is only 40 km away. This way, the Master's programme in Global Change Biology provides ample possibilities to achieve a career in industry or policy.
Accreditation
All study programmes at the University of Antwerp received accredidation from NVAO (Dutch-Flemish Accreditation Organisation).
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Courses include:
- Biostatistics
- Ecology of Populations and Communities
- Environmental Biophysics
- Freshwater Ecosystem Functioning
- Terrestrial Ecosystem Functioning
- Drivers of Global Change
- Environmental Stress and Ecotoxicology
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Antwerpen, Belgium
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- All bachelor degrees in the field of Science, Applied Sciences or Life Sciences that have a strong focus on biology will be considered by a board of admission of the specific programme (e.g. Biology, Bio-engineering, Environmental science, ...).
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- 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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International
5800 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5800 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
1157 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1157 EUR per year during 24 months.
- for 60 credits
Living costs for Antwerpen
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
The University of Antwerp directly participates in the selection process of certain scholarship programmes (Scholarships with UAntwerp participation). In addition students can also check if they are eligible for external funding opportunities (External scholarships). Scholarships are available for Bachelor, Master, PhD or for shorter stay programmes.
Do check with the Belgian embassy in your country whether they have any funding options.
Note that the tuition fee for most of UAntwerp's study programmes is reasonable when compared internationally. The cost of living for students in Belgium is about €16,000 per year.
More information available on www.uantwerpen.be/scholarships
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Scholarships Information
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