★ StudyPath verdict
7.8/10
Best for independent learners who enjoy problem-based learning and interdisciplinary life sciences research. Trade-off: fewer traditional lectures and competitive numerus fixus selection.
Tuition · Intl
↗?
intl not published · EU: €2,694 ↗
Duration
3 years
180 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2024
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗558
DUO ↑52% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗18:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6
IELTS required
Entry route
↗NG/NT
profile + subjects ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.8/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
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no data yet
Median salary
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no data yet
Alumni
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no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 25 Jun 2026
About this program
Delve into the human body, diseases, and medication. Learn how to improve health from molecules to cells, to organs and the human body as a whole. After graduation, a world of opportunities awaits in biotech, pharma, or research.
Do you have any questions? Contact our student ambassador on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/umhealthbachelorbiomed
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English180 ECTSBachelor of ScienceField area: HealthcareSector: GezondheidCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
Teaching formats
Computer assignmentsGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentInternshipLab workLectureOral presentation
About Maastricht University
Founded in 1976, Maastricht University is known for its innovative Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach and highly international character with 59% international students. Located in the charming southern city of Maastricht near Belgium and Germany, it excels in economics, law, and health sciences.
Living in Maastricht
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€470/mo
Monthly total
€750–€1,400
Cost of living
Medium
Population
122k
Cosmopolitan, Burgundian, and culturally rich. Maastricht feels distinctly different from other Dutch cities, with influences from Belgium, Germany, and France. The city is known for its excellent food, wine culture, and relaxed southern lifestyle.
View city guide →Specializations
Tracks from HOVI
FHML Honours programmeHonourstraject
The Honours programme is an extracurricular activity for FHML Bachelor's students.
Through this interdisciplinary approach, participants will be actively involved in research proj…
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Where bachelor graduates continue
Biomedical Sciences53%
Geneeskunde9%
Cardiovascular Research (research)4%
Arts - Klinisch Onderzoeker3%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 270%
Complete this degree47%
Continue studying after graduating87%
Women among first-years69%
Say workload is “just right”56%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.8/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 148 respondents
Content & set-up3.8
Teachers3.8
Atmosphere3.8
Involvement & contact3.9
Study guidance3.7
Testing & assessment3.5
Facilities4.1
Career preparation3.5
Teachers' English4.1
Would choose again3.8
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6
- TOEFL paper based: 550
- TOEFL computer based: 213
- TOEFL internet based: 80
Scholarships
Maastricht University NL-High Potential ScholarshipFor non-EU/EEA students in participating master's programmes; competitive and programme eligibility applies.
UM Brightlands Talent ScholarshipFor non-EU/EEA students in participating master's programmes; competitive and programme eligibility applies.
UM Global Studies ScholarshipFor Global Studies bachelor's students; eligibility applies.
Fulbright / Maastricht University AwardExternal scholarship listed for master's students; nationality/eligibility conditions apply.
Internships
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