
Overview
Hasselt University offers 3 unique Master of Biomedical Sciences programmes:
- The specialization Bioelectronics and Nanotechnology focuses on a novel and interdisciplinary scientific domain at the boundaries between physics, chemistry, electronics, and biomedical sciences.
- The specialization Environmental Health Sciences focuses on the novel and interdisciplinary scientific domain of toxicology, molecular biology and epidemiology.
- The specialization Molecular Mechanisms in Health and Disease focuses on state-of-the-art methodology, in depth knowledge, insight and academic skills, preparing graduates for a carrier in science.
Strengths of the Programme
- The programme is strongly research-oriented with focus on fundamental research and dissemination of scientific findings
- The programme offers two internships at top-level research groups all over Belgium and abroad
- You will have the opportunity to present your research findings in an international conference environment
- The programme strongly emphasizes lifelong learning and employability skills such as communication (writing and presenting), critical attitude, working in team
- The programme is based on student-centered education: small groups, individual guidance and feedback, ‘face-to-face’ education
- The programme has an international and multidisciplinaryorientation
Career Prospects for Graduates
- Fundamental and applied research at universities, hospitals, and research centers (PhD, research associate, research technician...)
- Governmental authorities and centers focusing on public health (project manager, business developer, investment manager...)
- Research and development in pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries (scientist, process analyst, patent agent...)
- Independent consultant and entrepreneur
- Education (teaching assistant...)
Programme Structure
Common courses for all specializations:
- Experimental design in BEN
- Junior internship
- Grant writing
- Senior Internship & Master Thesis
- Quality Management
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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Language
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Credits
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Disciplines
Biomedical Science View 8 other Masters in Biomedical Science in BelgiumAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- to the master's programme Bioelectronics and Nanotechnology: all applicants who have at least a bachelor's degree (180 ECTS credit points) in biomedical sciences, physics or bioengineering from a Belgian University (or Maastricht University).
- to the master's programme Environmental Health Sciences and Molecular Mechanisms in Health and Disease: all applicants who have at least a bachelor's degree (180 ECTS credit points) in biomedical sciences or medicine from a Belgian University (or Maastricht University)
Tuition Fee
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International
2530 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2530 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
1116 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1116 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Hasselt
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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