Biomolecular Sciences - Molecular Bioinformatics Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Degree | On-Campus | Full-time | 2 years | September | €2694 per year | €24150 per year |
Course overview
Meet the molecular mechanisms behind biology
Are you interested in the molecular mechanisms behind major health problems, such as cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer's? What about their impact on antibiotics or food production?
The Biomolecular Sciences Master's programme at VU Amsterdam aims to equip you with the knowledge, skills and insight required to operate as an independent scientist within the field of biomolecular sciences. It'll also prepare you to become a suitable candidate for a career in research.
This two-year programme gives you the opportunity to choose between three specialisations, depending on your area of interest:
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Biological Chemistry
- Molecular Bioinformatics
Entry requirements
The Biomolecular Science programme is open to both Dutch and International Students. The Faculty's Admission Board will decide upon your admission after having evaluated your complete online application.
In order to gain admission to the Biomolecular Sciences Master's programme, you will need to have at least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited research university including at least three full years of academic study amounting to a minimum of 180 ECTS or equivalent. We do not require a GRE or GMAT test score. A Bachelor's degree obtained at an applied university or higher vocational education (HBO in Dutch) in most cases does not grant direct access to the programme (only exceptionally high ranking students stand a chance of admission).
Specific admission requirements for the Biomolecular Sciences Master's programme
All students are strongly encouraged to contact the Master's coordinator before applying. To be considered for admission to the Master's programme in Biomolecular Sciences you must meet the following requirements depending on your previous education:
International students:
If you have a international Bachelor's degree the Admission board will decide on your admission based on the following criteria:
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