
Biomedical Sciences
Master

What causes disease — and how can we prevent or cure it? What role do genetics, immune cells, or the microbiome play in human health? Are you ready to uncover the biological mechanisms behind disease and design interventions to improve health? Then the Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences at the University of Groningen is for you.What to expect from the Master’s programme in Biomedical Sciences✔ Investigate real-world health challenges at the cutting edge of research✔ Specialise in areas such as oncology, neuroscience, and immunology✔ Conduct up to 70% of your programme in research labs at the University of Groningen or abroad, including industry options✔ Customize your own multidisciplinary programme for careers in science, business, or policyThis international two-year Master’s programme trains you to become a biomedical expert ready to contribute to the future of medicine. You’ll study topics such as immunotherapy and neurological diseases, using targeted approaches and big data. Choose from pre-designed tracks or select topics aligned with your interests, such as virology, regenerative medicine, or biomedical data science.With strong links to the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG) and a flexible, research-rich curriculum, this selective programme prepares you for a PhD or high-level career in biomedical and pharmaceutical industries, or health care
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Title
Master of Science
Duration
2 years
ECTS credits
ECTS
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme of study. Its aim is to facilitate the recognition of study periods undertaken by mobile students through the transfer of credits. The ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits are equivalent to the workload of full-time student during one academic year.
Accreditation
Tuition fee 2025/2026
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,601
Non-EU/EEA
The non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA.
€ 24,900
Institutional
The institutional rate is for all students who have already obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree and who want to start a second programme leading to a degree at the same level or at a lower level.
€ 20,500
Admission
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Application requirements
A University Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field focusing on knowledge and skills at the interface of integrative physiology and behaviour, neurobiology, molecular and cellular biology and medical sciences. Information about admission possibilities and requirements for students from a Dutch HBO institute is published on: https://www.rug.nl/fse/msc-admission
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€ 24,900 | |
€ 21,200 |
Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
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1 Sep '26 | 1 May '26 | 1 May '26 |
1 Sep '27 | 1 May '27 | 1 May '27 |
Scholarships
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StuNed Scholarship Programme
StuNed Scholarships for master studies, short courses and customised training programmes are available for Indonesian professionals with at least 2 years' work experience in a development-related organisation.
Contact
Main addressBroerstraat 5
9712 PC Groningen
050-3638100
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