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Biomedical Sciences: Communication

Master

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The common part of the programme for all students of MSc Biomedical Sciences consists of a 20-week research traineeship, a number of thematic (Frontiers of Science) courses, a course on how to write a research proposal, a course on clinical research in practice and a course on scientific conduct.

The second year of the Communication specialisation is dedicated to the communication side of the life sciences. You will follow courses and perform a communication internship in/at e.g. a museum, magazine,  institute or other (large) organization.  In addition, students will complete the module Career orientation. This unique module includes assignments to get to know and reflect on skills, knowledge and preferences, lectures of alumni to learn what path predecessors have taken, and guest lectures, workshops and career events to explore the job market. The ultimate goal of this module is to help our students to start their search for a job with confidence!

Language

English

Title

Master of Science

Duration

2 years

ECTS credits

Accreditation

NVAO

Numerus Fixus

Tuition fee 2024/2025

€ 2,530

€ 21,200


Admission

Application requirements

  • Relevant bachelor programme;
  • Research experience for at least three months in a final project (internship) at the start of the master's programme.
  • During a final project (internship) and/or courses the applicant has acquired skills with respect to working in a laboratory for at least three weeks;
  • In depth knowledge, understanding and skills (demonstrated by grades and/or ECTS) in Immunology (6 ECTS), Pathology (6 ECTS), Bio-Statistics (6 ECTS), Neuroscience (6 ECTS) and Molecular Biology (9 ECTS) at the start of the master's programme;
  • Grade Point Average of at least 6.0 (Dutch grading system; or international equivalent) at the submission deadline.

Language requirements

6.0
IELTS overall band
20
TOEFL internet based
180
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
180
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English

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Start date App. deadline EU/EEA App. deadline Non-EU/EEA
1 Feb '25 15 Oct '24 15 Oct '24

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Contact

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2311 EZ Leiden
071 - 5271111

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