Overview

The acquisition of practical skills is ensured throughout the course via fieldwork and laboratorial training, encouraging the development of skills related to the collection and selection of samples and interpretation of scientific information.

The Biology course at University of Madeira also fosters the acquisition of learning skills and the ability to work autonomously enabling a softer transition into the job market and the pursuit of studies throughout life.

Career

Graduates will be able to carry out duties in any domain related to Biology or Biological Sciences, mainly in the fields of Research, Conservation and Resource Management; Nature Tourism; Environment, Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture; Health; Food Industry; Pharmaceutical Industry; Biotechnology and Scientific Dissemination.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Biochemistry

Botany

Phycology

Animal Physiology

Natura Laboratory

Zoology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Funchal, Portugal

Disciplines

Biology View 5 other Bachelors in Biology in Portugal

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Copy of ID card or passport

Declaration under oath that the candidate does not have Portuguese nationality nor is covered by the provisions of numbers 2 and 3 of article 3 of Decree-Law no. 36/2014, of March 10, as currently worded

Secondary education diploma or equivalent, or, if the academic qualification does not correspond to the Portuguese secondary education, a document proving that it allows, in the country where it was obtained, access to higher education

Course syllabuses and other documents that prove the subjects taught and obtained by the candidates (not applicable when presenting proof of national exams in your country)

Proof of completion of national exams in your country (ENEM for candidates from Brazil)

Documentary evidence attesting proficiency in the language the study cycle is taught

Proof that the candidate holds the Prerequisites (where applicable)

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

2000 EUR / year

≈ 2000 EUR / year

Living costs

Funchal

Portugal

521 - 798 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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