Master, Biology: Integrative Biodiversity
Area of Studies
natural sciences
Degree
Master
Degree (in English)
Master
Language(s)
- English
Course Duration
2 years
ECTS points
120
Department
University of Wroclaw, Faculty of Biological Sciences
Tuition and Other Fees
- 3,000 + 300 EUR for each year (EU applicants) + thesis fee
- 4,200 + 300 EUR for the first year; 4,000 + 300 EUR for each consecutive year (non-EU applicants) + thesis fee
Application Deadline(s)
31 August 2026
Course Description
Course Profile
The Biology: Integrative Biodiversity master’s programme educates future specialists in biodiversity assessment, conservation, and environmental management. The curriculum integrates molecular ecology, field biology, data analysis, GIS, and applied conservation methods to provide a holistic understanding of biological diversity and its rapid transformation under climate change and human pressure. Students gain hands-on experience in laboratories, botanical gardens, field stations, and natural history collections, working with real data and current research projects.
Who is it for?
This programme is ideal for graduates in biology, ecology, environmental sciences, biotechnology, or related fields. It is also interesting for candidates who want to combine laboratory and field research, address biodiversity loss and climate change, work in conservation, research, or environmental management, build strong analytical and data-driven research skills and pursue international scientific careers.
Why choose us?
The master’s programme is highly competitive in the global market of biodiversity and environmental sciences thanks to its unique integrative approach, which combines molecular biology and field ecology, project-based learning, hands-on training in advanced labs, botanical gardens, and natural ecosystems, and direct access to research infrastructure including Natural History Museum, botanical gardens, and biological field stations.
International career paths
- Biodiversity researchers
- Conservation biologists
- Environmental consultants
- Molecular analysts
- Policy advisors in environmental agencies
- NGO conservation specialists
- Science communicators
- Project managers in environmental organizations
Education Requirements
• Legalised Bachelor or Master degree certificate
• Legalised Transcript of grades/supplement from bachelor or master studies
• Certificate confirming English Language knowledge on B2 level
• Mandatory and individual NAWA’s Director recognition statement of diplomas issued in countries that are not members of the EU/OECD/EFTA, and are not automatically recognised or covered by bilateral agreement (eg. China, Ukraine). A requisite condition for visa application. Valid only together with the original diploma.
• Passport photocopy
• Digital passport size photo
Contact
University of Wroclaw
Admissions and Promotion Coordination Office
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50-138 Wrocław
Phone: +48 71 375 28 77
e-mail: study@uwr.edu.pl
www: www.study.uwr.edu.pl
phone: +48 71 375 28 77
email: study@uwr.edu.pl
www: https://uwr.edu.pl/

