Do you want to become an all-round biologist, or explore connections between different domains in biology to develop an interdisciplinary profile? If so, Biology in Groningen is the master's degree programme for you.
The MSc Biology program has two tracks that prepare you for a variety of career paths:
Integrative Biology Track: This research-oriented track prepares you for a career in scientific research, either in academia or a company's R&D department. This track includes substantial individual research projects where you will learn to conduct scientific research from start to finish. You will develop skills such as exploring scientific literature, formulating hypotheses, designing and performing field or lab experiments, executing computational analyses, and presenting your research results. Before starting your research projects, you will gain in-depth knowledge in your chosen area of specialization by selecting one of the available Integrative Biology specialization profiles or a tailor-made program of electives from Ecology and Evolution, Biomolecular Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or other disciplines.
Science, Business & Policy Track: This track combines a solid foundation in biology with skills-oriented training on how to connect science to real-world issues in society. In addition to an academic research project in biology, this track includes a six-month internship focused on applying scientific insights in business, policy, consultancy, or administration.
Throughout the programme, you will interact with teachers who are active at the frontiers of biological research. You will be able to select one of them as your personal study mentor; s/he will help you find the most interesting study route among the many available options and coach you throughout your master's programme.