Master
Biomedical Sciences
★ StudyPath verdict
7.5/10
Best for research-oriented students pursuing molecular and cellular biomedical careers or PhD tracks at VU Amsterdam; solid lab focus and accreditation but less clinical emphasis than UMC programmes.
Tuition · Intl
↗€23,490
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
↗338
DUO ↑13% ↗
Intl. %
↗5%
of students ↗
S:F ratio
↗25:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
1 bachelor routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.5/5
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: 26 Jun 2026
About this program
Do you want to combine human biology with molecular biology? Or learn about the other possibilities of biomedical sciences after a year of research? This master's programme will offer you just that!
While pursuing a Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences you can opt to study a combination of different specialisations. The research specialisations will enable you to embark on a career in research. In the second year you decide on your profile, either with a focus on research or more into biomedical related specialisations. These will enable you to work in professions like policy officer, sciencific journalism or advisor, and the education specialisation (only in Dutch) will enable you to teach at pre-university or higher vocational education level.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: HealthcareSector: GezondheidCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Computer assignmentsDesign projectField tripExhibitionGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentInternship
About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is a public research university founded in 1880. Known for its international outlook and innovative research, VU has over 30,000 students and offers programs across humanities, sciences, and social sciences.
Living in Amsterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€700/mo
Monthly total
€1,000–€2,000
Cost of living
High
Population
873k
Bustling, international, and culturally rich. Amsterdam balances historic charm with modern innovation. The city is bike-friendly, walkable, and offers endless opportunities for exploration and networking.
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Tracks from HOVI
ImmunologySpecialisation
With a specialization in Immunology you will have a broad understanding of immunological processes.
Infectious DiseasesSpecialisation
With a specialization in Infectious diseases you have a broad understanding of the biology of pathogenic organisms and the interaction between pathogens and their hosts.
International Public HealthSpecialisation
During International Public Health you will gain a broad understanding of current and future challenges in international public health, their main causes, and applied and potential…
NeurobiologySpecialisation
The programme gives knowledge, insight and understanding of the state of the art in terms of developing theories and insight into the most important current research issues in the …
Science CommunicationSpecialisation
This specialisation focuses on science communication theory and research, as well as on practice (partly in Dutch). This profile provides you with special training for a job in sci…
EducationSpecialisation
With the second-year Education specialisation you will obtain a Master's degree and a first-degree teaching qualification. The courses for this teacher training specialisation are …
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
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 degree68%
Women among first-years73%
International students5%
Say workload is “just right”60%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.5/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 35 respondents
Content & set-up3.7
Teachers3.8
Atmosphere4
Involvement & contact3.7
Study guidance3.6
Testing & assessment3.5
Facilities3.5
Career preparation3.3
Teachers' English4.2
Would choose again3.4
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- TOEFL paper based: 580
- TOEFL computer based: 237
- TOEFL internet based: 93
Scholarships
Internships
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