AmsMaster of Science in Biological SciencesUniversity of Amsterdam · Amsterdam, Netherlands

Program Overview

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Multiple application rounds (other deadlines: Apr 30, 2027).

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Motivation letter

Self-written motivation letter in English (often max. 500 words; confirm exact limit on programme page).

CV or resume

Curriculum vitae in English covering education history.

Degree certificate or graduation statement

Copy of Bachelor diploma/certificate or official graduation statement; translations as required.

Official transcript(s)

Bachelor transcript in Dutch, English, German, or French and original language; include current-year course list if still studying.

Academic: Bachelor's degree; Or equivalent in biology or a closely related life-science field; track Admissions Board checks eligibility.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Biology/life-science coursework aligned to the chosen track (e.g. ecology, marine biology, green life sciences).
IELTS: 7.0 overall (6.5 each component); Faculty of Science requirement for this programme. Exemptions may apply for prior English-medium study in designated countries.
TOEFL: 100 overall (L22, R24, S25, W24); TOEFL iBT 0–120 scale. Faculty of Science requirement for this programme. Home Edition / MyBest not accepted.

Historical admission data is not published.