Program Overview

Program Overview

The master's program in Ecology and Evolution is a two-year, English-taught program offered jointly by the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) and the Universiteit van Amsterdam (UvA). This program focuses on the intersection of science and sustainability, exploring the impact of a changing environment on plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria.

Program Structure

• The program is divided into two years, with the first year providing a foundation in ecology and evolution.
• In the second year, students can choose from three specializations:
  • Ecology & Evolution
  • International Master Biodiversity, Ecology & Evolution (IMABEE)
  • Science Education

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Ecology and Evolution program can pursue careers as researchers in training (PhD) or in research and development-related fields. They can also work in organizations focused on policy development, nature management, education, or environmental consulting.

Program Details

• Language: English
• Duration: 2 years
• Type: Full-time
• The program aims to strengthen the connection between science and sustainability, allowing students to contribute to tools that predict the effects of pollution and climate change and better combat biodiversity loss.

Specializations

• Ecology & Evolution: Focuses on the scientific study of the relationships between organisms and their environment.
• International Master Biodiversity, Ecology & Evolution (IMABEE): Aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of biodiversity, ecology, and evolution at the international level.
• Science Education: Prepares students to teach science and promote scientific literacy in educational settings.

Research Areas

The program covers a wide range of research areas, including but not limited to:

• Molecular level studies
• Landscape level studies
• Global level studies
• The impact of environmental changes on ecosystems
• Predicting and mitigating the effects of pollution and climate change

Admission Criteria

Admission criteria and application procedures can be found on the program's admissions page.

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