The MSc Biology programme is a collaboration between the Institute of Biology Leiden, Naturalis Biodiversity Center and the Institute of Environmental Sciences, giving it a broad and diverse scope. Our programme provides you with a detailed understanding of different aspects of life, from how it functions on a molecular and genetic level, to how it evolves and responds to environmental challenges. This knowledge is of great value to society. The programme offers a lot of flexibility in choosing your courses and research projects, so it can be tailor-made to your specific interests.
Biodiversity and Sustainability
Evolutionary Biology
Molecular, Cellular and Organismal Biology
Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology
Career options include positions as researcher, policymaker or adviser, as well as professions in industry, education or other organizations where biological knowledge and academic skills are needed.
A bachelor’s degree in biology. The Board of Admissions will review applications from candidates holding a bachelor’s degree in related sciences such as natural sciences, life sciences or biomedical sciences.
IELTS: minimum 6.5 (minimum 6.0 per component)/
TOEFL: internet-based 90 (minimum 20 per component)
Faculty of Science
year master’s programmes
master's students
International master's students
Nationalities
EU/EEA student tuition fee*
Non-EU/EEA student tuition fee
* This tuition fee is per year and only applies if this is your first master’s programme in The Netherlands
** English language proficiency requirements are subject to change. Please check our website for the updated English language proficiency requirements. You can find the exact language requirements and more detailed language requirements per programme under each programme description. Also check our website for detailed information on the types of English tests accepted and the equivalent scores for IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge English tests.
*** For application via CIRCLE programme, limited spots are available
NOTE: Tuition fees are subject to change. Please check online our updated tuition fees.
