Biomolecular Sciences
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Key Information
Campus location
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Introduction
Biomolecular Sciences
Are you interested in the molecular mechanisms behind major health problems, such as cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer's? What about their impact on antibiotics or food production?
The Biomolecular Sciences Master's programme at VU Amsterdam aims to equip you with the knowledge, skills and insight required to operate as an independent scientist within the field of biomolecular sciences. It'll also prepare you to become a suitable candidate for a career in research.
You'll learn about research topics, as well as working with cutting-edge techniques and equipment in order to conduct your research.
The VU Amsterdam's large network of partners at AIMMS and Amsterdam Research will give you the opportunity to attend top-quality guest lectures. The start of your research career will already be embedded within the diverse local life sciences community.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
With our own scholarship, the VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP), we offer highly motivated students with excellent study results the unique opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree with financial support provided by the university.
The VUFP scholarship is a tuition fee waiver. The Holland Scholarship Programme (HSP) is meant for students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who want to follow a Master’s programme in the Netherlands. VU Amsterdam embraces diversity as an enrichment to our teaching, research and our contribution to society. This scholarship is specifically intended for excellent students who contribute to the diversity at our campus. As an international student planning to study at VU Amsterdam, you can apply for a variety of grants and bursaries.
With our own scholarship, the VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP), we offer highly motivated students with excellent study results the unique opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree with financial support provided by the university.
The VUFP scholarship is a tuition fee waiver. The Holland Scholarship Programme (HSP) is meant for students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who want to follow a Master’s programme in the Netherlands. VU Amsterdam embraces diversity as an enrichment to our teaching, research and our contribution to society. This scholarship is specifically intended for excellent students who contribute to the diversity at our campus. As an international student planning to study at VU Amsterdam, you can apply for a variety of grants and bursaries.
Curriculum
1st year
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Biological Chemistry
- Molecular Bioinformatics
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Seek solutions to fundamental life sciences research questions
As a graduate in the Biomolecular Sciences programme, you'll be well trained to seek solutions to fundamental life sciences research questions. You'll have excellent research and scientific writing skills, as well as specialist knowledge in your area of scientific expertise.
The life sciences domain has burgeoned in recent years, so a Master's degree (in addition to your Bachelor's) is an absolute must to demonstrate the extensive lab experience and critical-thinking skills that you'll need to conduct PhD research. To prepare you for a career in the academic or scientific sector, you'll come up with your own professional development plan and learning portfolio as part of a core course (spanning both years of the programme) on professionalism in biomolecular sciences.