Admissions Requirements

• A pre-Bologna, first cycle degree (the former “licenciatura”) in biology or a related field; or a post-Bologna second cycle or master’s degree or any academic qualification legally equivalent.
• Having an average final grade equal or greater than 14/20 in a pre-Bologna first cycle degree, or a post-Bologna weighted average final grade (considering all degrees) equal or greater than 14/20, or equivalent. Exceptions could be considered if the candidate is the author of an original work, already published (or with proof of acceptance for publication) in indexed journals -Web of Science- until the application deadline, or has an indicator of a similar achievement widely accepted by the national and international scientific communities in the area in which the candidate is applying.

Selection and Ranking Criteria

• Student’s academic record at the first and second cycle levels, and master's thesis on a related topic (50%)
• Professional experience in research projects, publications and scientific presentations at meetings (30%)
• Motivation letter (20%)

Information

• Application Dates 2015-2016
• Scholarship applications 2016-2017

Contacts

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Study Plan

Involved Organic Units

Certificates

Predominant Scientific Areas