Overview

Whether you are interested in biological oceanography, conservation of marine mammals, coastal marine ecology or genomics, we offer plenty opportunity to receive a well-founded, expansive research-focused academic training in marine biology.

Together with your mentor (a professor in the marine biology programme) you will design your own tailored study program fitting your personal preferences and career plans. The Marine Biology programme from University of Groningen also offers a business and policy oriented track.

Job prospects

About one third of the graduates continue in academic research with the pursuit of their PhD degree in The Netherlands or abroad.

About one third of the graduates continue in various kinds of research and management related to fisheries and coastal zone management.

About one third of the graduates work in the public sector, for example in journalism, teaching or communication.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Marine Conservation

Principles of Population Genetics in Natural Populations

Marine Biology

Biological Oceanography

International Genetically Engineered Machine competition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Marine Science View 8 other Masters in Marine Science in Netherlands

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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90

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

An academic Bachelor's in any field of Biological Sciences including a major in any of the following domains: biology, ecology, evolution, theoretical biology, behaviour, marine biology, molecular biology, genetics.

This is merely an indication of required background knowledge. The admissions board determines whether the specific contents of this/these course(s) meet the admission requirements of the master programme for which you applied.

Tuition Fee

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International

24200 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24200 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

2530 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2530 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Groningen

750 - 1000 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Marine Biology.

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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