The Master’s Degree in Biodiversity, Conservation, and Environmental Quality (BCEQ), taught entirely in English, is unique in Italy.

Why Siena?

• Strategic location – Siena is located in the heart of Tuscany, three hours from Rome and one and a half hours from Florence. It ranked 11th among Italian cities for quality of life in 2020.
• University of Siena – Established in 1240, it is one of the oldest universities in the world. In 2020, it ranked third among Italian universities, with top scores for internationalization and facilities.
• Comprehensive University campus – The campus provides student housing, a canteen, a gym, and excellent transport connections to the railway station, bus station, hospital, and Siena’s historic center.

Why this program?

• Department of Life Sciences – Offers an excellent student-to-professor ratio, a highly qualified faculty, and an international academic environment.
• Hands-on learning – Laboratory and field activities constitute approximately 40 percent of coursework in both the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs.
• Research, parks, and industry connections – Strong collaborations with the job market, including internships in protected areas and private sector laboratories.

Postgraduate opportunities – A wide range of postgraduate programs available for further specialization.