Methodology and Statistics for the Behavioural, Biomedical and Social Sciences

Overview

State-of-the-art Research In Methodology And Statistics

The Methodology and Statistics for the Behavioural, Biomedical and Social Sciences programme at Utrecht University  combines the research expertise of the following departments at Utrecht University (UU) and the University of Twente (UT):

• Department of Methodology and Statistics (UU)

• Department of Biostatistics, University Medical Centre Utrecht (UU)

• Department of Research Methodology, Measurement and Data Analysis (UT)

This programme therefore also has two main study locations you can choose from, that is, either Utrecht University or the University of Twente. The collaboration between these departments provides you with an exceptionally broad range of internship opportunities and thesis topics focused on the following fields: Behavioural Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Social Sciences.

Combining Theory And Application

Through the programme’s cutting-edge research in methodology and statistics, you will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to carry out fundamental and applied research at the level of a PhD project. 

This two-year Master’s programme provides you with answers to questions such as:

• What is the best way to set up a clinical trial to test new medical treatments?

• How do we estimate the number of illegal immigrants in the Netherlands?

• How do we obtain valid answers in a survey about sensitive topics like income or tax fraud?

• How do we accumulate knowledge through Bayesian updating techniques?

You will also develop your ability to consult with applied researchers on a wide range of methodological and statistical issues. During your studies, you will select a specialisation in the behavioural, biomedical, or social sciences, which you will explore in depth through electives and (the preparation for) your Master’s thesis.

Career Prospects

This Master’s programme prepares you for an academic or professional career in a company or institute where methodological and statistical work occurs at an academic level.

The programme prepares you for a scientific career in fields such as:

• Academia
• Research institutes
• Government organisations
• NGOs
• Private enterprises

Accreditation

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