Job opportunities

Biology is in many ways connected with society in general, and the fields of work of biologists are therefore enormously varied and diverse.

First, the research sector is the most important sector for biologists. More than 40% of our biology graduates perform fundamental and applied scientific research at universities and research institutions. A research career usually starts with a PhD, through an appointment as university assistant, PhD grantee or project collaborator. The private sector offers many possibilities in Research & Development, often after having acquired a PhD. Many biologists work in the medical, pharmaceutical and biotechnological sectors and in industrial labs, among others. 

Furthermore, you will be highly qualified for roles such as scientific advisor in the public or the private sector, policy officer in governmental and public administration, or a position as data manager or data analyst. 

Lastly, up to 20% of our graduates find education-related jobs, as a teacher in secondary schools or higher education, or as a scientific educator.

Graduates in Biology specialised in Global Change Biology are specifically prepared for positions that require them to analyse policy and influence decision-making in the field of global change mitigation. Graduates are often employed by non-governmental organisations (NGOs), consulting agencies and governmental bodies at both national and international levels.

Antwerp: an ideal location for your future

The city of Antwerp is situated in the heart of Europe and houses one of the largest port areas in the world. Meanwhile Brussels - the centre of European decision making - is only 40 km away. This way, the Master programme in Global Change Biology provides ample possibilities to achieve a career in industry or policy.