Overview

This Research Master in Health Sciences - Biostatistics programme from Erasmus University Rotterdam will combine a solid study of modern statistical methodology with up-to-date information on topics such as study design, clinical trials, public health, longitudinal data analysis, survival analysis, causal inference, and tools for reproducible research.

Key facts

The courses are taught by an international faculty of world renowned statisticians and epidemiologists from the Netherlands, Belgium and the United States.

These include among others, past and current Editors of flagship biostatistics journals, and past presidents of major international biostatistics societies.

Careers and opportunities

The degree prepares you for a career in international research or in executive or advisory positions in public health, clinical medicine, pharmaceutical research, or health policy.

Accreditation

This programme is NVAO accredited.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biostatistics

Clinical Epidemiology

Selected Topics in Epidemiology

Scientific Writing in English for Publication

This Thing Called Science

Intercultural Communication

Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Health Sciences Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 12 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant bachelor’s degree from a discipline related to clinical medicine, biomedical sciences, public health, health sciences, clinical technology, nutrition, (medical) biology, pharmacy, human movement sciences, psychology, health economics, or a broad Bachelor’s education (e.g. university college) with subjects in these disciplines.

Relevant knowledge, insight and skills such as research skills and statistical knowledge.

Personal competences as demonstrated in your CV and motivation to participate in our research master program and starting a career in biomedical research. Academic performance and competences, based on your average grade and study progress will be taken into consideration as well.

Sufficient command of the English language

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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Tuition Fee

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International

23000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23000 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

2601 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2601 EUR per year during 24 months.

€2.601 (Statutory fee: Dutch / EEA students)
€23.000 (Institutional fee: Dutch / EEA & non-EEA students)

Living costs for Rotterdam

760 - 1265 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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