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The Master in Physics and Astronomy is a two-year (120 ECTS) advanced study in physics organised by the Vrije Universiteit Brussel, a Flemish university located in Brusse ... [+]
PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION
The Master in Physics and Astronomy is a two-year (120 ECTS) advanced study in physics organised by the Vrije Universiteit Brussel, a Flemish university located in Brussels, Belgium. This MSc programme combines the expertise in the different research domains of both the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) and Ghent University (UGent).
This master's offers:
a broad scientific formation with a wide range of career opportunities; the possibility to do research for your Master thesis in experimental and theoretical research groups with a strong, international reputation; the presence of the famous International Solvay Institutes for Physics and Chemistry, where Nobel Prize laureates and other top researchers are regular visitors; internship possibilities at CERN and other research institutions, as well as the possibility to do an internship in business; a high-level education in vibrant and multicultural Brussels, the capital of Europe. ... [-]The MSc in Chemistry aspires to enable students to acquire due knowledge, understanding and practical skills and to gain a duly scientific method of thinking. Students ar ... [+]
PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION
The English-taught Master in Chemistry is a two-year (120 ECTS) advanced study in chemistry organised by the Vrije Universiteit Brussel, a Flemish university located in Brussels, Belgium. This MSc programme combines the expertise in the different research domains of both the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) and Ghent University (UGent).
This master's offers:
a high-level scientific education that combines a solid theoretical background with real hands-on experimental skills and critical thinking; the possibility to work in modern, state-of-the-art laboratories and be part of dynamic interuniversity research groups; a multidisciplinary programme, where you can complement your chosen cluster with electives selected from the profiles research and industry; flexibility to tailor your study programme to meet specific interests; an excellent preparation for a career in education; the possibility to follow part of your programme abroad; a high-level education in vibrant and multicultural Brussels, the capital of Europe. ... [-]The interuniversity master’s programme offers a multidisciplinary approach to marine and lacustrine systems. It integrates physical, chemical, geological, ecological and ... [+]
PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION
The programme provides insight into the diversity and complexity of the life and processes in the oceans, seas, lakes and estuaries and skills to study and manage them. In many cases, this diversity is endangered because the aquatic environment is increasingly coming under pressure—climate change, biodiversity erosion, increasing fishery requirements and overfishing, pollution, developments in aquaculture, coastal reclamation, etc. This 2-year master programme addresses students with a background in Sciences. It provides you with strong fundamental and applied knowledge and prepares you for an active role in the scientific research and management of marine ecosystems. The programme adopts a multidisciplinary approach integrating physical, chemical geological, ecological and societal aspects and including nature conservation and sustainable development. This programme trains students in playing a key role in high quality scientific marine research providing advice in marine management based on sound scientific knowledge becoming critically minded, problem-solving and communicative scientists... [-]
The interuniversity Master’s programme in Geography offers a comprehensive training in spatial approaches to social and/or natural phenomena. As such, it offers a wholly ... [+]
PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION
The Master of Geography programme is a two-year advanced study organised by the Vrije Universiteit Brussel and the K.U.Leuven. This inter-university master’s programme provides the students with comprehensive training in spatial approaches to social and/or natural phenomena.The global aim of the master’s programme is to generate geographers that can play an active role in contemporary society.The following specialisations are offered:
1. GIS and Spatial Modelling
2. City, Society and Space
3. Earth and Climate
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The master’s programme presupposes a broad basic knowledge of the natural and social sciences, as well as a broad introduction to geography. Equivalency of foreign degrees (Non-Belgian) will be evaluated case by case by the Geography Admission Board.... [-]
This unique programme offers various specializations. Students can choose from 1. Ecology and Biodiversity, 2. Molecular & Cellular Life Sciences, 3. Herpetology, 4. ... [+]
PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION
At the VUB, we offer a strong, research-focused and thesis-based Master programme in which graduate students interact closely with their teachers and supervisors from the first day of their entry. In addition, being located in the heart of Europe, Belgium ensures the proximity of academic and medical institutions, biotechnological know-how, and government agencies to offer the ideal intellectual and career environment.
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The programme includes the following profiles students can choose from:
Ecology and Biodiversity Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences Herpetology Human Ecology Tropical Biodiversity and EcosystemsADMISSION REQUIREMENTS... [-]