Biological Resources MSc

This master's combines advanced natural-science study with engineering and socio-economics to analyse the future potential of soil, plant, animal, and marine resources. It supports the development of a bio-based economy through applied research, lab work, excursions, and fieldwork.

Academic requirements

Proof of at least 20 weeks of practical work experience at a company or organisation in the agricultural sciences, environmental sciences, natural science or bioeconomics, or alternatively, proof of a completed study abroad semester

Minimum GPA

The current official master's admissions page requires a minimum cumGPA of 2.2 according to the German grading system.

English requirements

The current official master's admissions page requires English at B2 level.

Accepted bachelor fields

The official admissions information requires a subject-related first qualifying degree. The programme profile fits graduates from natural sciences, agricultural sciences, economics, and related fields relevant to biological resources.

APS Certificate

Yes

Mandatory internship

None

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

347.10 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences tuition-and-fees page.

ECTS credits

90

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 347.10 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences tuition-and-fees page.

Graduates are prepared for consulting, sustainability, conservation, research, and development roles in government, NGOs, universities, and the bio-based economy.

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