Biomedical Sciences
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 policy
This 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 institutes.
Choose from the following tracks
- Science, Business and Policy
- Neurosciences (research track)
- Biology of Cancer and Immune System (Research track)
- Multidisciplinary research track
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A Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field, focusing on knowledge and skills at the interface of immunology and physiology, molecular and cellular biology, possibly with elements of behavioural neurosciences. Laboratory experience and proof of academic scientific writing skills (such as thesis or research report) are required. The Admissions Board determines whether the specific contents of this/these course(s) meet the admission requirements of the Master programme.
Curriculum Vitae
Job prospects
Your career prospects are researcher in a variety of organizations such as:
- Universities
- Academic and general hospitals
- Biomedical, pharmaceutical or food industries
Positions linking biomedical sciences to a business or policy strategy in a social organization, such as the Heart Foundation and the Diabetes Fund. You can also work for the government in an advisory position.
