Biology is the science of living things.

From the cell to the ecosystem, it studies all forms of life. It is essential for understanding complex societal issues affecting the environment, health and sustainable development.

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Biology studies at UNamur

The Biology Department at UNamur offers you a leading-edge, modern, diversified scientific training that is open to the international.

The bachelor's degree allows you to acquire, over 3 years, the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to enter a master's program.

You can choose between a master in biochemistry and molecular and cell biology (BBMC), a master's degree in molecular microbiology (MMM) and a master's degree in organismal biology and ecology (BOE). You can also opt for a master 60 allowing you to complete your graduate studies in a single year.

It's also possible to continue your training with a doctorate in one of our 4 research units.

They tell you about biology

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To start studying biology, you need to be passionate about living organisms, and enjoy asking questions to understand how they function, behave and evolve in relation to the environment. You have to get to grips with the subjects right from the start, and manage to balance work and leisure. Personally, I study best in the quiet of the library.
Guillaume
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I chose to study biology to understand the workings of the human body and human-nature interactions. What's more, in Namur you have a very close relationship with the teachers. They're very approachable. I chose to be an ambassador to pass on my experience to future students, and also to guide them through the adventure that is university.
Kilian
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Why study biology at UNamur?

By enrolling in biology at UNamur, you'll have access to:

  • a diversified training in biology (cellular and molecular biology, plant, animal and microorganism diversity and evolution, evolutionary theories) with plenty of practical work right from the first year;
  • a choice of options to specialize your bachelor's degree leading to several master's degrees: human, cellular and molecular biology, microbiology, organismal biology and ecology;
  • a progressive learning of English (some courses are taught in immersion by an English-speaking teacher);
  • a first professional experience in a company or research laboratory, in Belgium or abroad;
  • a human scientific approach through reflection on the implications of science and its practice ;
  • advanced training in laboratory techniques, including high-throughput approaches;
  • diversified field training accessible throughout the curriculum;
  • gradual apprenticeship in computational analysis methods;
  • close, high-level supervision;
  • many opportunities for international mobility;
  • a friendly, human-scale study environment.

Programs of study

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Bachelor's degree in biology

Discover the program for the first three bachelor years.

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Master 120 in biochemistry and molecular and cell biology

This master's degree focuses on normal and pathological functioning, from bacteria to humans and from genes to systems. It draws on a valuable collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine.

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Master 120 in organismal biology and ecology

This master's degree aims to analyze and understand environmental, evolutionary and biodiversity issues, and also addresses the functioning and dysfunction of aquatic or terrestrial systems. It is co-organized with UCLouvain.

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Master 120 in Molecular Microbiology

Taught in English, this master's degree trains you for research in cutting-edge molecular bacteriology in the biotechnology, medical and food sectors. It is organized in partnership with two other leading European universities in microbiology: the Phillips-Universität in Marburg and the University of Aix-Marseille.

The master's degree is offered in English.
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Master 60 in biology

Organized in one year, this master's degree focuses on general aspects of biology.

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Master 120 in biology teaching - section 4 - from 2025

For graduates of a bachelor's degree in biology who make the choice to become, in two years, teachers in upper secondary education.

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Master 60 in biology teaching - section 5 - from 2025

For graduates with a master's degree in biology who may wish to pursue a career in teaching.

Contact

Study info

Rue de Bruxelles, 85 5000 Namur

Faculty of Science

Rue Grafé, 2 5000 Namur

Biology Department

Rue Grafé, 2 5000 Namur