European Master’s in Animal Biodiversity and Genomics (double degree)

This master’s is a fascinating field of study that focuses on the principles and techniques involved in improving the genetic makeup of animals. It encompasses various scientific disciplines, including genetics, genomics, and biodiversity.

What will you study during this Master’s?

During this two-year programme, you will address the sharply increased demand of industry, academia, and society for people who are expert in reflecting and dealing with genomic data as well as phenotypic data from automated recording systems. Through one of the five areas of specialisation, building on MSc courses from the different consortium universities, you will gain knowledge in the areas of quantitative, population and molecular genetics and genomics related to animal biodiversity and breeding. This way, you’ll be part of a new generation of graduates able to respond to current and future global animal biodiversity and breeding challenges.

Why this programme?

• Become a specialist in your preferred field through one of the five areas of specialisation that this master’s offers.
• Benefit from the best: enjoy a programme based on the strengths of MSc courses that already exist at the various consortium universities.
• A truly international programme: this programme features expert institutions in the animal breeding and genomics field from all over Europe.

More information about Animal Breeding and Genomics

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