Overview

The Personalized Medicine (Research) course offered at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is focussing on different aspects of clinical and translational research, medical imaging, medical technical development and personalized medicine necessary to set up and carry out scientific research. The focus is broad and is not on a specific disease. Some examples are metabolic disorders in children, neurology, oncology, movement disorders and cardiovascular sciences.

Entering the job market; opting for a PhD or another career

Approximately 50% of all our students will start as a researcher in academia soon after graduation. Of course, other employers, such as pharmaceutical companies or biotech companies and policymakers are also interested in versatile students with your background.

Open Days

Join the Online Master’s Event on Thursday, 26 November, or the International Master’s Webinar on Tuesday, 6 October, to learn more about the programme and studying at VU Amsterdam.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Personalized Medicine

Data Science & Bioinformatics

Basics of Clinical Research and Regulations

Imaging Principles

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.4

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic Bachelor’s degree in Health & Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, Medicine or comparable.

Preferably a minimum grade-point average of 7.5 (or international equivalent, e.g. a B+, or a GPA of 3.4); and a minimum grade of 8 (or international equivalent, e.g. an A, or a GPA of 4.0), for the Bachelor’s thesis. If you have lower grades, you are also welcome to apply for the programme.

A clear motivation and talent for participation in the programme.

Basic knowledge of Molecular Biology, Genetics, Immunology, Human Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.

Research experience (such as a research internship) is preferred.

High level of academic and professional ability and oral and written proficiency in English at an advanced level.

Pass the admission assessment test of the programme.

Your marks for relevant courses, study progress and extracurricular activities will also be taken into account.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

24970 EUR / year

≈ 24970 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2771 EUR / year

≈ 2771 EUR / year

Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands

1000 - 1500 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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Personalized Medicine (Research)

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Overview

Entering the job market; opting for a PhD or another career

Open Days

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Amsterdam

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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