Biology

This Dutch-taught three year programme. In the first semester, all students take the same two modules. In the first module, the focal point is on the living cell. You will learn about Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Evolution. The second module focuses on the complex organism, with courses in Physiology and Ecology. After the first semester, you will choose a major: Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Ecology and Evolution, Behavioural and Neuroscience, or Molecular Life Sciences. You will specialize in one area and carry out your own research. There is one semester in this Bachelor's degree in which you are free to choose any course you like. After this Bachelor's programme, there is a subsequent two-year Master's degree in Biology.

Accreditation: NVAO, NVAO

Erasmus Mundus program: This is an Erasmus Mundus program.

Admission requirements

Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics 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 bachelor programme for which you applied.

Other requirements

1. aanvullend vak Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics 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 bachelor programme for which you applied.
2. taaltoets cijfer This is a Dutch-taught programme. If you are an international student, be aware that the spoken language in all classes is Dutch. As part of the entry requirements you will have to proof your Dutch language proficiency by means of an NT2-II test. Please visit http://www.rug.nl/fwn/fmns-programme/admissions/bsc/language for more information.
3. vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) Secondary education equivalent to Dutch pre-university education is required. This is merely an indication of the required general level of applicants' previous education. FOR MORE INFORMATION please visit the 'BSc Application Procedure' pages at: http://www.rug.nl/fwn/fmns-programme/admissions/bsc/