Biomedical Sciences
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Deze opleiding
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locatieGroningen |
diplomaMSc Biomedical Sciences |
typeregulier, 120 EC |
start1 september |
taalvolledig English |
opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd |
accreditatiesNVAO |
croho-code66990 |
numerus fixusnee |
honoursnee |
During the Master's degree programme in Biomedical Sciences you will be trained to find answers to these questions. The programme is strongly oriented towards the scientific background of health, disease and preclinical research. You will encounter an interdisciplinary environment of basic scientific research at the faculty of science and engineering and the more medical oriented environment of the university medical centre.
If you have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant biomedical area you can apply for our two-year programme and excel your career as biomedical researcher or biomedical specialist. We offer tracks related to biology of cancer and immune system, biology of food and nutrition, biology of ageing, and neuroscience. In addition, we offer the unique option to create a custom made biomedical programme that meets your ambitions. Examples are programmes dedicated to virology, (epi)genetics, regenerative medicine, big data management, computational biology and many other areas on which the University of Groningen has a world-wide leading position.
For those who have the ambition to go into industry, policy making, become a consultant, or pursue a biomedical position in any other field NOT related to research, we also offer the Science, Business and Policy (SBP) track. Both the research programmes and the SBP track are tailored to align ambitions and career perspectives of the individual student and are designed under supervision of an experienced (associate) professor.
An unique aspect of the research programme is that up to 75% of the programme can be spent on independent research projects in which you join a research-group to experience science according to the principle of 'learning by doing', under the guidance of a researcher. You will be embedded in a research group and fully experience what it takes to be a researcher. For those that have the aspiration to become an industrial researcher, there is also an option to do a research-project within a company.
In addition to offering research-projects we provide a variety of courses to learn about microbiota, computational biology, big data management etc… and any other novel area in the emerging field of biomedical sciences. Apply to our degree programme if you are looking for a dynamic and unique Master's degree with great career perspectives.
Waarom aan de RUG?
- Mentor system in which a dedicated professor guides you through the programme
- Unique option to compose a programme that fits your personal interests, ambitions or career
- The option to conduct a research project abroad, using the extensive global network of our scientists
- Tracks in “biology of ageing”, “biology of cancer and immune system”, “biology of food and nutrition” and “neuroscience”
- Unique multidisciplinary setting of leading scientist and biomedical speciali
Open dagen en meeloopdagen
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Studieprogramma

tracks
track Biology of Ageing (Research track)
The track Biology of Ageing provides training as a researcher mainly in the field of ageing and age-related pathologies.
For the complete curriculum, please see: https://www.rug.nl/ocasys/fwn/vak/showpos?opleiding=6173
track General research programme
Tailor-made programme of master modules, electives and research projects in the wide scope of biomedical research.
For the complete curriculum, please see: https://www.rug.nl/ocasys/fwn/vak/showpos?opleiding=6177
track Biology of Cancer and Immune System (Research track)
This track provides courses and internships on cell processes related to cancer and immune defense in different conditions.
For the complete curriculum, please see: https://www.rug.nl/ocasys/fwn/vak/showpos?opleiding=6174
track Biology of Food and Nutrition (Research track)
This is your track if you are interested in how food and nutrition influence metabolism, your gut microbiota, ageing and behavior.
For the complete curriculum, please see: https://www.rug.nl/ocasys/fwn/vak/showpos?opleiding=6175
track Neuroscience (Research track)
This track trains you in all you want to know about how the brain works and influence your behavior and well-being.
For the complete curriculum, please see: https://www.rug.nl/ocasys/fwn/vak/showpos?opleiding=6176
track Science, Business & Policy
Interested in the business side of science? You can combine this Master's programme with the Science Business & Policy profile. The SBP profile includes a six-month internship as a scientific advisor.
For the complete curriculum, please see: https://www.rug.nl/ocasys/fwn/vak/showpos?opleiding=6178
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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onderwijsopzet | 20% zelfstudie 20% theorie 60% praktijk |
avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
study abroad
Exchange: All our science and engineering programmes offer study abroad possibilities at a number of partner institutions. Our partners include top-100 universities in Europe (for example in Germany, UK, and Sweden) and in the USA, China, South-East Asia, and South America.Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2019
wettelijk tarief : € 2083 (€1042 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 14650
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 14600
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2020
collegegeld nog niet bekend
toelatingseisen
basiskennis
Sufficient English proficiency on VWO level is required.
vooropleiding
University Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field focusing on knowledge and skills at the interface of molecular and cellular biology, organic chemistry and biochemistry, integrative physiology and behaviour, and medical sciences.
Note: Students with a Dutch bachelor degree from another university than the University of Groningen, or students from the University of Groningen with a bachelor's degree other than Biology, Life Science and Technology or Pharmacy have to apply before May 1st, and contact the academic advisor by email before that date.
HBO: A special programme is available for holders of a Dutch HBO Bachelor's degree. More information: https://www.rug.nl/fse/beta-studie/hbo-pre-masterprogramma-informatiegids.pdf For more information, contact the academic advisor. Your application must be submitted before May 1st, thereby following the instructions in the hbo-information guide.
studie kosten
bedrag | kostenpost |
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€ 9500 | levensonderhoudper jaar |
€ 75 | inschrijvingsgeldin het eerste jaar |
€ 500 | studiematerialenper jaar |
€ 750 | visa/permitvoor de gehele opleiding |
estimated monthly costs
bedrag | kostenpost | ||
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€ | 303 | kamerhuur in Groningenrond het landelijk gemiddelde | |
€ | 22 | internet+tv | |
€ | 152 | boodschappen/kostgeld | |
€ | 32 | telefoon | |
€ | 117 | verzekeringen | |
€ | 172 | collegegeldop basis van € 2060 per jaar | |
€ | 80 | studieboeken en -spullen | |
€ | 29 | drinken/snoep/snacks | |
€ | 77 | uiterlijkkleding, kapper, schoenen | |
€ | 30 | contributies/abonnementen | |
€ | 132 | vrije tijdstappen, uit eten, vakantie | |
€ | 42 | vervoernaast de OV-kaart | |
€ | 45 | overig | |
€ | 1171 | totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181 |
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Studenten en studentenleven
studentaantallen
166 | studenten volgen deze opleiding |
64% | daarvan is vrouw |
4 | eerstejaars gestart in 2017 |
75% | daarvan is vrouw |
29331 | studenten aan de Rijksuniversiteit Groningen |
51% | daarvan is vrouw |
Op kamers in Groningen
55216 | studenten studerend |
31914 | studenten woonachtig |
€ 303 | gemiddelde kamerprijs |
kamer betaalbaarheid | |
21 m2 | gemiddelde kameroppervlak |
kamer beschikbaarheid |
aan het woord: studenten en docenten


Inés Paniagua Cabana
Passionate about the molecular genetics of ageing
After completing my Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology at the University of León in Spain, I decided that I wanted to pursue a research focused career. Undeniably, there was a particular reason that brought me to Groningen: the opportunity to join a specialized master's programme focused on the molecular genetics of ageing, the topic that I am most passionate about.
The BMS program allows students to shape their own programme to best suit their own personal goals; a characteristic that is very appealing to many students...
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Studievergelijker
Biomedical Sciences
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
4 eerstejaars |
75% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Biomedical Sciences
star Keuzegids topopleiding 2016 |
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
97 eerstejaars |
?% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Research
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Management
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Education
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
50% Nederlandstalig 50% Engelstalig |
Communication
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Biomedical Sciences
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
106 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Biomedical Sciences
€ 308 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Biology of Disease
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Cancer, Stem Cells and Developmental Biology
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Epidemiology
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Toxicology and Environmental Health
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Regenerative Medicine and Technology
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Biofabrication
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
One Health
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Medical Imaging
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Medical Biology
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
21 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Neurobiology
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
21 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Biomedical Sciences
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Feiten en / studie in cijfers
studentoordelen
deze opleiding | landelijk | |
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algemeen oordeel | 4.1 | 4.0 |
inhoud | 4.0 | 3.9 |
docenten | 3.8 | 3.7 |
studiefaciliteiten | 3.7 | 3.6 |
studielast | 3.7 | 3.6 |
studiebegeleiding | 3.6 | 3.4 |
In 2017 hebben meer dan 280.000 studenten hun oordeel gegeven over hun studie en instelling.
Biomedical Sciences aan de Rijksuniversiteit Groningen is beoordeeld door 76 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 4.1 uit 5.
Na de studie

Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
- Universities
- Academic and general hospitals
- Biomedical, pharmaceutical or food industries
Positions linking biomedical sciences to a business or policy strategy in a social organization, such as the Heart Foundation and the Diabetes Fund. You can also work for the government in an advisory position.
aansluitende masteropleidingen
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Universiteit Leiden | Leraar VHO in Biologie part-time | + aanv. eisen |
Universiteit Leiden | Leraar VHO in Scheikunde educational | + aanv. eisen |
UU | Leraar VHO scheikunde full-time,part-time educational | + 30 EC pre-master |
Amsterdam UVA | Lerarenopleiding Biologie part-time educational | + aanv. eisen |
Amsterdam UVA | Lerarenopleiding Scheikunde educational | + 21 EC pre-master |
TU Eindhoven | Leraar VHO Scheikunde educational | + aanv. eisen |
TU Delft | Leraar VHO Scheikunde educational | + aanv. eisen |
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