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.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Concepts in Science 4 life

Master course genes to organisms

Master course biophysics and molecular imaging

Systems biology

Virology

Biotechnology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-04-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

93

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Microbiology Molecular Sciences Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 33 other Masters in Molecular Sciences in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

93

Student insurance

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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

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Tuition Fee

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International

21736 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21736 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

2314 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2314 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Utrecht

900 - 1450 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Career Prospects

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

EU/EEA

Living costs for Utrecht

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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