238 Master's degrees in Natural Sciences & Mathematics in Netherlands

Do you want to understand living systems? Help preserve biodiversity, our environment or human and animal health? Then the master's Biology at Wageningen University and Research is the right fit for you.

The Plant Sciences programme at Wageningen University and Research combines the technological aspects of crop production with environmental, quality, socio-economic and logistic aspects.

Would you like to specialise in organismal stress adaptation? Or in ecosystem dynamics, so that you can contribute to species protection and nature recovery? You could also dive into environmental modelling or walk the line between biological and medical (micro)biology. Choose a specialisation to define your field of interest within Biology.

The Master of Science in Applied Nanotechnology is unique in the Netherlands, focusing on developing innovative products and applications using micro- and nanotechnology. By combining biology, chemistry, electrical engineering and physics, you will learn how to create advanced materials and devices with extraordinary properties and explore how nanotechnology can contribute to innovative solutions.

You will learn all aspects of the functioning and synthesis of molecules. Choose a specialisation in chemistry, molecular life sciences, and biology. Deepen your knowledge in solid-state chemistry, spectroscopy, organic or physical chemistry, or molecular biology. Combine theoretical courses with extensive research internships in a multidisciplinary and international learning environment.

In the two-year track Biophysics and Biophotonics (Physics and Astronomy) from the University of Amsterdam, you will use physics to explore the secrets of life processes or to develop biomedical technology.

The Molecular Sciences (Chemistry) programme of the University of Amsterdam, a joint degree programme with the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, covers areas in chemistry that traditionally are associated with organic and inorganic chemistry, catalysis, physical chemistry and theoretical chemistry.

The Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science programme at Radboud University is all about understanding the fundamental mathematical concepts of computation and information, to explore the potentials of computer science. 

On the Brain and Cognition programme from Erasmus University Rotterdam you will examine cognitive and emotional processes in the brain.

Particle physics and Astrophysics both use the laws of physics to study the universe. In this Particle and Astrophysics programme offered by Radboud University, you’ll dive into extreme worlds and unravel the inner workings of the universe from the smallest to the largest scales. 

Focus on the functioning of microorganisms and their potential to improve our health and the environment. This includes applications such as energy-efficient waste management or new vaccines. You will gain extensive experience in microbial research in this Microbiology programme at Radboud University.

Learn to analyze data and apply analytical models in business. Use advanced mathematical methods in optimization, machine learning, and supply chain to solve complex problems. During the Master's, you will gain the skills to design innovative tools that improve decision-making. Choose a specialization: Business Analytics or Operations Research.

Become an expert on the relationship between the brain and behavior. Clinical Neuropsychology operates at the crossroads of various psychological disciplines, such as clinical (neuro)psychology, clinical neuroscience, and applied neuroscience. You will examine the neurological and neuropsychological characteristics of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders and brain conditions.

The Stochastics and Financial Mathematics programme from the University of Amsterdam is a research oriented two-year Master's programme in mathematics offering courses at a high mathematics level. Its close ties with the financial and consultancy sector in Amsterdam are unique in the Netherlands. 

Become an expert in the molecular, cellular, and physiological processes behind stress adaptation in plants, animals and microorganisms. This research-oriented specialisation offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge techniques to prepare you for a career at the forefront of science and R&D.

Mathematics opens the door to a wide range of career paths. This Master's allows you to build your own tailor-made programme and to specialise in a broad range of fields, within pure mathematics, applied mathematics and mathematical physics.

This Financial Economics programme at Erasmus University Rotterdam is designed for ambitious students aiming for a career in private equity, corporate finance, banking, or asset management. You will gain the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to succeed in the financial sector.

The two-year Ecology and Evolution (Biological Sciences) programme from University of Amsterdam offers you the chance to delve into how species evolve, interact, and shape the ecosystems around us. You’ll gain expert knowledge and practical research experience, all while enjoying exceptional flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests.

Are you fascinated by the quantum world and eager to shape groundbreaking innovations in computing, communication, and sensing? The Applied Quantum Technology course at Saxion University of Applied Sciences equips ambitious minds with the skills to harness superposition and entanglement for real-world applications.

The Biobased Sciences programme at the Wageningen University and Research focuses on the transition from a petrochemical to a biobased and circular economy.