How to apply for a master's programme?

Please note that there are different application deadlines if you wish to be eligible for a scholarship, please check the website.

Please note that there are different application deadlines if you wish to be eligible for a scholarship, please check the website.

The following master's programmes start in February 2022:

• Biosystems Engineering*
• Biotechnology
• Biology
• Environmental Sciences
• Forest and Nature Conservation
• Plant Sciences

*While it is possible to start in February, it is recommended to start in September. That way, you will start with the three compulsory courses that give you an overview about the different fields of Biosystems Engineering and you have the best chance to finish your program in two years’ time.

The admission requirements for the master's apply to all MSc programmes of Wageningen University. Individual programmes may have specific requirements in addition to the general requirements.

Enrolment in a MSc programme at Wageningen University requires:

1. A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a field of science relevant to your selected programme.
2. Sufficient quality of the bachelor's degree as shown by an average unweighted mark of at least 7 (Dutch system) or the international equivalent of the required quality as determined in the International credentials evaluation guideline.
3. Fulfil the English requirements of Wageningen University & Research (see below).

A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Dutch or English (or a certified English translation).

Students in the final year of their bachelor's programme may also apply for admission prior to graduation. The Academic Committee on Admissions can tentatively admit students based on a transcript of their academic records.

Please also upload your master's degree if obtained.

An official transcript of records of your bachelor in Dutch or English with your name, logo and official stamp of your university. Please upload an official transcript of records with your marks obtained so far if you have not graduated yet.

Please also upload a transcript of records of your master's if obtained.

The medium of instruction in all our Master programmes is English. All applicants are asked to provide a valid English language proficiency test with a sufficient score to prove that they meet the English language requirement or, in some cases, can be exempted from providing such a test.

Please check A: if you can be exempted.

And if not: check B on what uploads we can accept as a sufficient proof of English.

We would like to stress that it is vital to arrange any tests you might need to take to provide this proof (should you not be exempted) as we do not accept any results after certain deadlines have passed. Please check our website for all deadlines.

- A: Exemption English Language Proficiency

- B: Qualifications/Official tests accepted by Wageningen University

Be aware that there are two different levels. Please check which level is applicable for the programme(s) you apply for.

Explaining why you wish to enrol in the chosen programme(s) and, if applicable, an indication of the programme’s practical value to your profession (one page maximum and in English).

A typed Curriculum Vitae or brief personal history (in English).