Master
Chemistry (joint degree)
★ StudyPath verdict
8.0/10
Best for research-oriented students interested in chemistry with Amsterdam industry connections. Tradeoff: joint degree with VU means splitting time across two campuses.
Tuition · Intl
↗€26,000
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2019
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗614
DUO ↑90% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗22:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
5 bachelor routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.8/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗94%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,205
/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: 24 Jun 2026
About this program
The Master's programme Chemistry provides you with a highly qualified background of theory and practice in chemistry and sufficient specialisation in a specific field. It exposes you to research at the frontline of this exciting, multifaceted discipline that forms the bridge between biology and physics and mathematics. Globally, chemistry is acknowledged as playing a key role in social and economic progress. Within the Master's programme Chemistry, every student can find an area suited to his or her individual talents and ambitions. There are several different tracks:
* Analytical Sciences, Chemistry of Life
* Molecular Sciences
* Science for Energy and Sustainability
This is a joint degree programme between the UvA and VU.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Natural SciencesSector: Exact en InformaticaCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
About University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632, is one of Europe's largest research universities with over 35,000 students. Located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, it's renowned for social sciences, humanities, and business programs. Ranked #53 worldwide and known for its progressive academic culture.
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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Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
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Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: scheikunde
Median starting salary (field)€3,205/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating94%
Months to a substantial job6
Working in their own field76%
Permanent contract40%
Satisfied with their job4.1/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Professoren en andere onderwijsgevenden in het hoger onderwijs30%
Chemici21%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree73%
Women among first-years53%
Say workload is “just right”59%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.8/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 63 respondents
Content & set-up3.8
Teachers3.7
Atmosphere3.7
Involvement & contact3.6
Study guidance3.5
Testing & assessment3.7
Facilities3.8
Career preparation3.1
Teachers' English4.1
Would choose again3.8
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- TOEFL internet based: 92
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: 180
Scholarships
Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS) - Faculty of ScienceSee scholarship page; limited scholarships for excellent non-EU/EEA MSc students
Internships
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