University of Ghent Masters Degrees in Biological Sciences

The increasing demand for raw materials, their price volatility, the production concentration and the market distortions imposed by some countries, confront Europe and other world regions with a number of challenges along the entire value chain. Read more

Aquaculture is defined as the production of aquatic plants and animals for human consumption. Read more

Aquaculture, the controlled production of aquatic (food) organisms, plays a crucial role in relieving the growing need for health, tasty and sustainably produced food. Read more

In the first academic year of the MSc program, the students of the 3 main subjects have several courses in common, aiming in giving them all an in-depth knowledge and know-how related to nutrition and rural development related topics, creating a common academic level between all program students of diverse backgrounds. Read more

A country's physical land resources are a fundamental pillar of support for human life and welfare. Read more

Growing awareness of the human impact on the environment has convinced most governments of the need to prevent air, water and soil pollution. Read more

The general objectives and learning outcomes of this reformed and innovated study programme remain unchanged. Read more