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MA/MS in Biotechnology

Wageningen Universiteit

Wageningen, Gelderland, Netherlands

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Offered by Wageningen Universiteit in Wageningen, Netherlands, MA/MS in Biotechnology is a master's degree in Agriculture & Environmental Sciences programme. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 21,900 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students). The next intake is Feb 2027, starting February 1, 2027.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Agriculture & Environmental Sciences
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
International tuition: EUR 21,900 / year
Next intake: Feb 2027 · Feb 01, 2027

Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last checked June 2026 · Source: wur.nl · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

This master covers biotechnology as the industrial exploitation of living organisms and their components, from long-established techniques such as brewing and fermentation to the gene modification methods that have reshaped the industry in recent decades, including the development of new medicines and vaccines. The multidisciplinary curriculum draws on recombinant DNA technology, cellular biology, microbiology and biochemistry alongside process design, engineering and modelling.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

Upcoming Intakes

Feb 2027 · Starts Feb 01, 2027 · Deadline Nov 15, 2026 · local students
Feb 2027 · Starts Feb 01, 2027 · Deadline Sep 15, 2026 · international students

About Wageningen Universiteit

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Type: University
Control: Public
Founded: 1876
Programs: 52
Location: Wageningen, Gelderland, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Biotechnology award?

Wageningen Universiteit awards a Master's Degree in the field of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Biotechnology take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does MA/MS in Biotechnology cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 21,900 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is MA/MS in Biotechnology taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does MA/MS in Biotechnology start?

The next intake is Feb 2027, starting February 1, 2027.

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