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Erasmus MC Netherlands Institute for Health Sciences - Erasmus University Rotterdam Research Master in Health Sciences - Specialization in Medical Psychology
Erasmus MC Netherlands Institute for Health Sciences - Erasmus University Rotterdam

Research Master in Health Sciences - Specialization in Medical Psychology

Rotterdam, Netherlands

2 Years

English

Full time

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Sep 2025

EUR 18,700 / per year

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    About: The Research Master in Health Sciences with a specialization in Medical Psychology focuses on advanced research methodologies and principles in health sciences. This program aims to prepare students to conduct high-level research and contribute to the understanding of psychological aspects in healthcare settings.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as researchers, clinical psychologists, and healthcare consultants. They may find opportunities in academic institutions, government agencies, and healthcare organizations, where they can apply their expertise in medical psychology to improve health outcomes.

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Introduction

Medical psychology is an academic field that is enjoying a newfound appreciation in health sciences, one that takes a closer look into the interaction between psychological factors and health. For instance, how do physical complaints affect our psychological functioning? And also: why does our psychological makeup sometimes make us vulnerable to diseases, or prevent us from getting better? Students will constantly be confronted with thought-provoking research. Apart from studying these kinds of questions, medical psychologists also study doctor-patient communication and decision-making and develop and evaluate psychological interventions for somatic complaints such as pain and fatigue. This allows for a more enriched understanding of these topics.

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