Overview

This may include the development of new medicines and vaccines, new strategies for crop improvement or the 'development' of enzymes to be used in industry. By the end of the programme you will be ready to start a career in biochemical, biomedical, and biotechnological research.

MCLS is the ideal Master in Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences at Utrecht University if you are interested in molecules as the basis of life and disease and if you want to know in which way chemistry, biology, biomedical sciences and physics contribute to the understanding of how these molecules work in cells and organisms. The programme provides you with a broad expertise and experience that will put you in the optimal position for a successful career in one of the many areas of Life Sciences.

Career Prospects

After graduation, students receive a Master of Science degree in Chemical Sciences or Biological Sciences from the Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences Master’s programme. Programme graduates will be qualified for research positions in the fields of cell biology, structural biology, biotechnology, medical chemistry, and genomics/ proteomics, either in the academic world or at pharmaceutical or biotech companies.

Accreditation

Accredited by the NVAO - Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Concepts in Science 4 life

Master course genes to organisms

Master course biophysics and molecular imaging

Systems biology

Virology

Biotechnology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

7

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Utrecht, Netherlands

Disciplines

Microbiology Molecular Sciences Ecology View 25 other Masters in Molecular Sciences in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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100

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70

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor programmes that most likely meet the requirements are:

Biology
Chemistry
Biomedical Sciences
Molecular life sciences
Biotechnology & engineering
Bioinformatics
Other relevant science programme

Relevant knowledge, insight and skills.

Basic knowledge in the field of Biology and Biochemistry (minimum level 1 bachelor)
In depth knowledge and insight as well as mastery of methods and techniques in structural and/or molecular & cell biology and/or systems biology (level 3 bachelor)

High overall score (GPA, average grade, grading tables) and high grades for relevant courses

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

24432 EUR / year

≈ 24432 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2601 EUR / year

≈ 2601 EUR / year

Living costs

Utrecht

Netherlands

900 - 1450 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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