Master in Biology Teacher Training

The Master in Biology Teacher Training is a one-year program at the University of Amsterdam, focused on teaching biology. It's for people who want to teach and inspire students, and it's offered in both full-time and part-time formats.

Students in this program learn about biology, teaching methods, and how to deal with ethical issues in the classroom. They practice teaching and get ready to work in real schools. This program helps them develop the skills they need to be good teachers and help their students learn.

Graduates can become Biology Teachers, Science Educators, Curriculum Developers, or Educational Consultants. They can work in schools, educational institutions, or organizations that make education policy. The skills they learn are useful in many different careers, especially in education.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632 and located in the heart of Amsterdam, is one of the Netherlands’ most prestigious research universities. As a large, internationally oriented institution, UvA offers a wide range of programs across faculties such as humanities, social and behavioural sciences, economics and business, science, law, medicine and dentistry. Its metropolitan setting and historic campus combine with modern facilities to support a vibrant academic community.

UvA enrolls tens of thousands of students and provides hundreds of master’s and bachelor’s options, including many English-taught programs and research opportunities across more than 20 priority areas. The university’s strengths include interdisciplinary research institutes, strong international collaborations and a focus on societal impact. Students can access specialized research centres, internships in Amsterdam’s dynamic job market, and study abroad options via established exchange networks.

International applicants benefit from extensive support services, clear admissions guidance and housing assistance through university and partner residences. Studying in Amsterdam offers cultural diversity, excellent public transport and a creative, innovative urban environment. Graduates from UvA move into careers in academia, public service, business and the arts, drawing on the university’s rigorous training, research reputation and global connections.