The Department of Biology coordinates the teaching of the Bachelor’s programme in Biology and also several Master’s programmes that are offered through the Graduate Schools of Life Sciences and of Natural Sciences.

The Department also houses a large number of research chairs. Research in the Department falls under aegis of the Institute of Environmental Biology (IEB) and the Institute for Biodynamics and Biocomplexity (IBB).

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Bureau of departmental administration 
boardofbiology@uu.nl​
+31 (0)30 253 2632
H.R. Kruytbuilding, room O.106
Padualaan 8
3584 CH Utrecht

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Utrecht University Botanic Garden is the largest academic botanic garden in the Netherlands, with an area of 90,000 m2 and a plant collection of more than 10,000 plants. The garden and its employees are directly linked to the research and education of the university.

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Research

Education

  • Bachelor's Biology

    Utrecht offers the broadest Biology programme in the Netherlands. As a result, Biology students can choose from many different courses.

    Biology
  • Track Molecular Life Sciences

    The Bachelor's track MLS combines Chemistry, Biology and Pharmaceutical Sciences.

    Molecular Life Sciences
  • Master's Bio Inspired Innovation

    The Master’s programme Bio Inspired Innovation (BII) offers a unique blend of knowledge and skill training that will support the development of circular business-models and bio inspired research & innovations.

    Bio Inspired Innovation
  • Master's Environmental Biology

    The goal of this programme is to make you understand how plants, animals, microbes and algae function and adapt to changing environments.

    Environmental Biology
  • Master's Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences

    The Master's in Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences (MCLS) is research oriented and takes a multidisciplinary approach to the study of molecules, cells, and organisms.

    Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences
  • Master's Science and Business Management

    The Master’s programme Science and Business Management (SBM) aims to provide society with professionals who can understand and connect the world of science and business.

    Science and Business Management