Programs/Master/Health care, social services and care services
Master

Biomedical Sciences

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Tuition · Intl
€2,601
via SKDB 2025 ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2024
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
404
DUO ↓35% ↗
Intl. %
20%
of students ↗
S:F ratio
26:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
Bachelor
1 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
3.9/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
93%
field est. ↗
Median salary
€3,226
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
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: 9 Jun 2026
About this program
The master's Biomedical Sciences is designed for students aiming to do research or applying biomedical research in practice. It prepares you for a career dedicated to improving human health. Whether your ambition is to do research or to apply biomedical research in practice, you should consider getting your master’s degree in Nijmegen. This programme is an excellent preparation for anyone contemplating a career dedicated to improving human health. For over 20 years, research institutes and health-care organisations all over the world have been employing graduates from Nijmegen. With the master’s Biomedical Sciences you can get an understanding of molecular, individual or population and societal aspects of human health and disease. During the master’s you can choose from the following specialisations: * Clinical Human Movement Sciences * Development of Cell, Drug and Gene Therapies * Drug Safety and Toxicology * Epidemiology * Health Technology Assessment * Immunology and Host Defence * Medical Neuroscience * Molecular Medicine Next to specialisations we provide career profiles to help guide your future career. These profiles are: Consultancy, Communication, Entrepreneurship or Research.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: HealthcareSector: GezondheidCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Case studyComputer assignmentsGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentation
About Radboud University
Founded in 1923, Radboud University in Nijmegen is consistently ranked as the best broad university in the Netherlands by national surveys. Home to 1 Nobel Prize laureate and known for its green campus, strong research output, and excellent student satisfaction. The university has produced 5 Dutch prime ministers.
Living in Nijmegen
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€450/mo
Monthly total
€750–€1,400
Cost of living
Low
Population
179k

Progressive, historic, and student-friendly. Nijmegen has a relaxed, slightly alternative vibe compared to other Dutch cities. The city combines Roman history with modern student culture, creating a unique blend of old and new.

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Specializations
Tracks from HOVI
ResearchSpecialisation
This profile provides students with an extensive background in academic research within the field of biomedical sciences. In general, students will find employment in scientific d
CommunicationSpecialisation
This profile teaches about the problems that may be encountered when communicating about biomedical sciences, and how such problems may be resolved. Subjects include communication
ConsultancySpecialisation
This profile is aimed at preparing students for a role as a scientific consultant or advisor. Scientific consultants combine ample knowledge of their scientific discipline with in
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
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Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Below average job-market outlookfield: biomedische wetenschappen
Median starting salary (field)€3,226/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating93%
Months to a substantial job5
Working in their own field80%
Permanent contract28%
Satisfied with their job3.8/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Professoren en andere onderwijsgevenden in het hoger onderwijs31%
Biologen, botanici, zoölogen e.d.14%
Bedrijfs- en organisatieanalisten7%
Medisch specialisten6%
Laboratoriumtechnici (geneeskunde en pathologie)4%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree84%
Women among first-years67%
International students20%
Say workload is “just right”46%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.9/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 150 respondents
Content & set-up3.9
Teachers4
Atmosphere4.2
Involvement & contact4
Study guidance4.3
Testing & assessment3.6
Facilities3.8
Career preparation3.9
Teachers' English4.2
Would choose again4
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Upcoming open days
Open day
12 Nov 2026
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C2
  • IELTS overall band: 6.5
  • TOEFL internet based: 90
Scholarships
Dutch Student FinanceLoan/grant; eligibility depends on personal circumstances
Radboud Scholarship ProgrammeSelected 2026/2027 recipients pay €2,694 tuition and receive visa/residence/insurance coverage
Internships
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