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 of this course will be able to carry out duties in any domain related to Biology or Biological Sciences, mainly in the areas 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:

Anatomy and Plant Organogenesis

Cell Molecular Biology

Biosystematics

Physics for Biology

General Mathematics

Biostatistics

Biophysics

Audience

The mission of Agency for Assessment and Accreditation of Higher Education (A3ES) is to contribute to improving the quality of Portuguese higher education, through the assessment and accreditation of higher education institutions and their study programmes.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

This undergraduate degree is aimed at those seeking to develop their knowledge and sense of awareness within the areas of Biology and Biological Sciences.
Candidates may apply via the National Higher Education Access Contest providing they successfully pass one of the required admission exams.
Candidates may also enrol via special regimes such as course/institution transfer, through one of the Special Contests in force or the Interntional Student Statute.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

2000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2000 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Funchal

521 - 798 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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