Biodiversity

deadlines: May 30, July 31, October 15, November 28 Overview This Biodiversity programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona focuses on the origin, evolution, and maintenance of biodiversity, supporting research into animal, plant, and human diversity within changing environmental conditions. It enables investigation into the impacts of global challenges such as climate change, habitat alteration, and species extinction. Key Facts The academic environment promotes both basic and applied research, including biodiversity conservation, resource management, and the study of human–environment interactions. Candidates engage with diverse topics such as biological anthropology, ecological systems, and species diversity, while exploring applications in environmental, biomedical, and socio-economic contexts. Each candidate is assigned a thesis director responsible for guiding the research project, ensuring its originality, coherence, and alignment with established research lines. Supervision includes advising on research design, monitoring progress, facilitating access to research infrastructures, and supporting thesis preparation and completion, with opportunities for collaboration across institutions and applied settings. Programme Structure Courses include: Animal Biodiversity Vegetal Biodiversity Biological Anthropology Conservation and Management of Biodiversity Ecology and Environmental Change Biodiversity Applications Thesis Research and Supervision Admission Requirements Academic requirements We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme. English requirements We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme. General requirements Master’s degree (≥60 ECTS with research component) in Biodiversity, Biological Anthropology, Primatology, Aquaculture, or related fields preferred Equivalent qualifications (≥300 ECTS) in related areas such as biology, environmental sciences, engineering, anthropology, or archaeology accepted CV and academic record evaluated for suitability Acceptance from a programme lecturer to act as thesis supervisor or tutor required Availability of research funding or grants considered an advantage Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International: Non-residents — 1,235 AUD / year (≈ 763 EUR / year) EU/EEA: EU/EEA Nationals — 1,235 AUD / year (≈ 763 EUR / year) Additional Details If your access qualification for the PhD is from within Spain the price is €545. Living Costs Barcelona, Spain: 1,246-2,201 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.