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What does the study programme look like?
The Master's programme in Biomedical Sciences is a two-year programme. The cluster in Medical Biology offers seven pre-defined specialisations or tracks in:
At the beginning of the first year all students must enrol in the compulsory course Molecular Biology of the Cell. Further elective and compulsory coursework and research training largely depends on the individual preferences and the choice of your specialisation.
- Medical Biochemistry and Biotechnology
- Cell Biology and Advanced Microscopy
- Infection and Immunity
- Developmental and Therapeutic Biology
- Oncology
- Experimental Internal Medicine
- Cardiovascular Sciences
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What are the entry requirements for this Master’s programme?
The entry requirements and the application procedure for this Master’s programme depend on whether you have completed your prior education in the Netherlands or abroad.
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I don’t meet the entry requirements. Can I do a pre-Master’s programme?
For this Master’s programme we don’t offer a pre-Master’s programme.
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How many students are admitted to the programme?
Up to, but no more than, 240 students are admitted to the Master’s Programme Biomedical Sciences. If more than the maximum number of candidates are found suitable, candidates will be selected on (in random order):
- Study programme
- GPA score
- Study progress Bachelor’s programme
- Subject of Bachelor’s thesis
- Motivation
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Can I study this programme in part-time?
All tracks of the Master's programme Biomedical Sciences are offered as a full-time programme. Due to the nature of the study programme, it isn’t possible to study in part-time.
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How do I apply for this Master’s programme and when is the deadline?
The application process and the deadline depend on whether you have completed your prior education in the Netherlands or abroad. We strongly recommend to start the application procedure at least a week before the deadline. Getting all your documents ready and going through the process will take several days.
Programme manager
Students with (or who are in the process of getting) a Dutch BSc degree can contact the programme manager for questions about the application procedure.
Note: No pre-registration advice can be provided. Unfortunately, due to the large number of applications, it is not possible to give any individual pre-registration advice by e-mail, to meet to discuss prior education and/or a possible admission in the upcoming academic year. For information about your (possible) eligibility to the Master's programme it is necessary that you apply for the programme and submit your complete files and motivation.
Questions
International degree students with questions about the application procedure can contact the International Team using this web form.
All other questions (from both Dutch and international degree students) can be sent using the following contact form:
Meet the MSc
Would you like to hear from one of our Master's students what it's really like to study at the UvA? Are you curious about the study programmes, student facilities, lecturers and research projects? You can either ask your questions by email, or make an appointment for a 'Meet the Master' day.