191 Master's degrees offered by the university

This one-year (2-semester) Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance - Master's Qualifying Programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a range of postgraduate degrees at the University of Amsterdam. Learn more at the Master's Qualifying Programme from OnCampus Amsterdam.

In the Analytical Sciences (Chemistry) programme of the University of Amsterdam, you will focus purely on aspects of analytical chemistry, such as modern analytical techniques, general concepts and strategies for analysis and various application fields.

The Science for Energy and Sustainability (Chemistry) programme from the University of Amsterdam is an two-year interdisciplinary track within the Master's programmes Chemistry and Physics and Astronomy. It combines ‘hard’ scientific research with the analysis of societal issues, business models and government regulations.

The two-year MSc Mathematics at the University of Amsterdam is a research-based degree designed for students who are ready to deepen their understanding of mathematics and explore its frontiers. 

In the Computer Science programme of the University of Amsterdam you are taught by scientists who have a reputation for world-class research on computer systems, software, networking and online systems. As a joint degree programme of UvA and VU Amsterdam, you benefit from the expertise of both research groups at both institutions and their international contacts.

In the two-year MSc Astronomy and Astrophysics (Physics and Astronomy) from University of Amsterdam you master the observational, theoretical and computational aspects of modern astronomy and astrophysics.

In the Master’s Programme in Earth System Science (Earth Sciences) at the University of Amsterdam, you will investigate the interplay between earth surface processes, such as erosion, river dynamics, and ecosystems. You also will have the opportunity to explore the impact of human activities, including mining, deforestation, and the effects of nature-based solutions.

In the Neurobiology (Biomedical Sciences) programme from the University of Amsterdam, you study the brain at the intersection of neuroscience, medicine and the life sciences. Choose one of four specialised tracks and develop the knowledge and research skills to investigate the healthy and diseased brain.

Data scientists are needed to give meaning to the sea of data that surrounds us. The Master of Science in Data Science (Information Studies) at the University of Amsterdam makes it possible for you to become a skilful expert in this field.

Explore the cellular, molecular and biochemical processes underlying human health and disease in this research-intensive Master's programme. Join the Medical Biology (Biomedical Sciences) programme from University of Amsterdam. 

The Biological Sciences programme from University of Amsterdam is a challenging master's programme with world-renowned research on ecosystems and their organisms. You will investigate the biodiversity, the functioning and interactions of organisms with each other and the environment, and/or the consequences of anthropogenic changes such as climate change and eutrophication. 

This one-year (2-semester) Business Administration - Master's Qualifying Programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a range of postgraduate degrees at the University of Amsterdam. Learn more at the Master's Qualifying Programme from OnCampus Amsterdam.

Are you interested in unravelling this by using machine learning, sequence analysis, computational models and/or systematic experiments? This interdisciplinary Bioinformatics and Systems Biology programme from University of Amsterdam combines biology, data science and systems thinking, preparing you to make a real impact in life sciences research.

The two-year track Advanced Matter and Energy Physics (Physics and Astronomy) from the University of Amsterdam, is among the best experimental physics programmes in the world. It offers you challenging courses and research opportunities in hot topics in laboratories around the world and prepares you for an exciting career in research.

Science for Energy and Sustainability (SfES) is an interdisciplinary track within the UvA Master's programmes Chemistry and Physics and Astronomy. The Science for Energy and Sustainability (Physics and Astronomy) programme is offered by University of Amsterdam.

Theoretical physics seeks to answer deeply fundamental questions. What is matter made of, and what is the nature of space and time? This Theoretical Physics (Physics and Astronomy) programme from the University of Amsterdam offers education and training from researchers of one of Europe's leading institutes in this challenging and exciting field. This is a joint degree with VU Amsterdam.

The Gravitation, Astro-, and Particle Physics (Physics and Astronomy) programme from the University of Amsterdam stands at the intersection of theoretical physics, experimental (astro)particle physics and astrophysics.

In the Computational Science programme from the University of Amsterdam you learn to develop and apply computational methods, from physics-based simulation to machine learning, to solve complex problems across science and industry.

The General Biology (Biological Sciences) programme from the University of Amsterdam is designed for students who do not wish to restrict their focus to one subject in the field of biology. Your study may cover topics such as the molecular mechanisms of a virus or the population dynamics of African elephants.

The Security and Network Engineering programme from the University of Amsterdam is an intensive one-year master’s programme. This programme equips you with advanced theoretical skills and hands-on experience, preparing you for realistic situations outside of academia.