Overview

Key facts

If you’ve got a Dutch University of Applied Sciences (HBO) bachelor's degree programme for example, but still want to follow a Master’s programme, you might need a Ecology and Evolution pre-Master programme at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
Or if you have a Bachelor’s degree in a subject that is not directly linked to ecology. In both cases, this pre-Master’s programme Ecology and Evolution will enable you to gain admission to the Master’s programme Ecology and Evolution.

What effect has it had on genetics, molecular biology, animal physiology and the behavioral sciences? You’ll explore these topics, as well as study the unifying principles of biology.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Toxicology
Ecosystem Modelling
Adaption to Human Environment
Behavioural Biology
Evolutionary Genetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Non-EU/EEA students who do not need a study visa and/or a residence permit can still apply until 1 July.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Credits

30 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Ecology View 22 other programmes in Ecology in Netherlands

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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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission is based on a strict selection procedure. In order to gain admission to the pre-Master's programme, you will need to have a HBO Degree in a relevant field.
Besides, you will need to submit the test results of your English Language at your application.
The Faculty’s Admission Board will decide upon your admission after having evaluated your complete online application.

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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Tuition Fee

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International

1265 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1265 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

1265 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1265 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Amsterdam

1000 - 1500 EUR /month

Living 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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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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