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    Marine Sciences

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    Utrecht, NLMScIn-person2 years
    €50,612.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Marine Sciences at Utrecht University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Utrecht, NL. Tuition is €50,612.

    About the program

    Two-year multidisciplinary program covering physical, chemical, biological, and geological processes in marine systems, their changes due to human impact, and related law and policy. Includes coursework in the first year and research or internship in the second year.

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    Deadlines

    Term 2026
    Sep 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL iBT 93 overall (old scores); Speaking 20, Listening 20, Reading 20, Writing 20 (old); New scores: overall 93, sub-scores 4.5
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic 6.5 overall; Speaking 6.0, Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year (Orientation Year / Zoekjaar)

    €14,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Marine Sciences at Utrecht University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Marine Sciences at Utrecht University is €50,612 across 120 required credits.
    Is Marine Sciences at Utrecht University online or in-person?
    Marine Sciences at Utrecht University is offered in-person.
    How long does Marine Sciences at Utrecht University take to complete?
    Marine Sciences at Utrecht University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Marine Sciences at Utrecht University?
    Post-completion work rights for Marine Sciences at Utrecht University: 1 year (Orientation Year / Zoekjaar)