Biomedical Sciences
Radboud Universiteit

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locatieNijmegen |
diplomaMSc |
typeregulier, 120 EC |
start1 september |
taalvolledig English |
opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd |
accreditatiesNVAO |
croho-code66990 |
numerus fixusnee |
honoursnee |
The two-year programme provides students with a solid base in research methodology, statistics and biostatistics, laboratory research and communication skills. Leading scientists in fields ranging from metabolism, membrane transport, neuromuscular disease and inflammation to screening efficacy, clinical interventions and evidence-based medicine are involved in the teaching programme as lecturers and tutors.
Students choose one of three specialisations belonging to one of the research institutes and combine that with one of three career profiles. The research institute will be your learning environment, and a mentor of the institute will help you design your programme.
Biomedical Sciences specialisations and research institutes
Students choose one of three specialisations belonging to one of the research institutes and combine that with one of three career profiles. The research institute will be your learning environment, and a mentor of the institute will help you design your programme.
Biomedical Sciences specialisations and research institutes
- For Molecular and Cellular Research, choose Radboud Institute for Molecular Life Sciences (RIMLS)
- For Intervention, Clinical and Population Research, choose Radboud Institute for Health Sciences (RIHS)
- For Medical Neuroscience, choose Donders Centre for Medical Neuroscience
Waarom aan de Radboud Universiteit?
The programme offers topics in a wide range from molecule to man to population. Furthermore, students choose one of three career profiles: research, consultancy or communication. Together with their mentor, students design their own programme. The personal study plan consist of at least two internships, courses within the programme Biomedical Sciences and electives.
Students choose a Radboud research institute as a learning environment and will participate in activities organised by this institute, e.g. seminars, journal clubs, or meetings. Moreover, the research institute supplies the student with a mentor, whom students can consult when designing their personal study plan. The three institutes are:- Radboud Institute for Molecular Life Sciences (RIMLS) - Molecular and cellular research
- Radboud Institute for Health Sciences (RIHS) - Intervention, clinical and population research
- Donders Center for Medical Neuroscience (DCMN) - Medical neuroscience
A broad range of courses are offered within the programme. From human movement sciences to toxicology, and from epidemiology to immunology and cancer research; all Radboudumc research themes are represented. Moreover, students can opt for additional elective courses in other programmes at the University or at other universities in the Netherlands and abroad.
Studieprogramma

opbouw
The research profile provides students with an extensive background in academic research within the field of biomedical sciences. In general, graduates will find employment in scientific departments of universities, hospitals or other institutions where fundamental or pioneering research is performed.
The communication profile teaches about the problems that may be encountered when communicating about biomedical sciences, and how such problems may be resolved. Subjects include communication theory and how to apply this knowledge in a variety of ways.
The consultancy profile prepares students for a role as a scientific consultant or advisor. Scientific consultants combine ample knowledge of their scientific discipline with insight into the interaction between science, technology, and society. Additionally, they are sensitive to the views and stakes of persons involved, and have the analytical and communicative skills to handle these.
Programme outline (at least 120 EC):
Students generally start with the courses from the Biomedical Sciences programme, followed by the others components mentioned above. The mentor is available to advise students with their choices.
The three career profiles the students can choose from are:- ≥24 EC* of courses within the programme Biomedical Sciences
- 6 EC of literature thesis
- ≥60 EC of internships
- if applicable: electives
Students generally start with the courses from the Biomedical Sciences programme, followed by the others components mentioned above. The mentor is available to advise students with their choices.
- Research profile
- Communication profile
- Consultancy profile
The research profile provides students with an extensive background in academic research within the field of biomedical sciences. In general, graduates will find employment in scientific departments of universities, hospitals or other institutions where fundamental or pioneering research is performed.
The communication profile teaches about the problems that may be encountered when communicating about biomedical sciences, and how such problems may be resolved. Subjects include communication theory and how to apply this knowledge in a variety of ways.
The consultancy profile prepares students for a role as a scientific consultant or advisor. Scientific consultants combine ample knowledge of their scientific discipline with insight into the interaction between science, technology, and society. Additionally, they are sensitive to the views and stakes of persons involved, and have the analytical and communicative skills to handle these.
1e jaar Students have the freedom to design their own master's programme. Generally students start their programme with Radboudumc courses from the Biomedical Sciences programme, specific to their field of interest or career profile. During the second semester, most students choose to take electives abroad, start their first internship or write their literature thesis.
periode | |||||
electives keuzevak | |||||
at least eight courses from the Master's programme Biomedical Sciences | |||||
first internship stage | |||||
second internship stage | |||||
literature thesis onderzoek |
2e jaar Students can choose to take additional Radboudumc courses. A large part of the second year is covered by internships.
specialisaties
specialisatie Molecular and cellular research
Choosing this specialisation means that you will be included in the Radboud Institute for Molecular Life Sciences (RIMLS).
specialisatie Intervention, clinical and population research
Choosing this specialisation means that you will be included in the Radboud Institute for Health Science (RIHS).
specialisatie Medical neuroscience
Choosing this specialisation means that you will be included in the Donders Center for Medical Neuroscience (DCMN)
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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onderwijsopzet | 50% zelfstudie 15% theorie 35% praktijk |
avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
case study, colloquium, computer exercise, excursion, group discussion, group assignment, lecture, individual assignment, laboratory work, literature study, oral presentation, research, research project, research proposal, portfolio, poster presentation, practicum, project, seminar, internship, tutorial, working group, self evaluation, self studyobjectives
An MSc in biomedical sciences:
2. Gains an in-depth, expert understanding of a (new or unfamiliar) biomedical topic on the basis of a literature thesis and describes the state of the art concerning a disease, mechanism or methodology;- Combines broad fundamental knowledge on the mechanisms underlying health and disease processes in the full width of biomedical sciences with specialist knowledge on a specific field of expertise within the biomedical sciences, e.g. molecular life sciences, clinical neurosciences or population research;
3. Explores the context of health(care) problems and translates fundamental knowledge into biomedical research that aims towards prevention, therapy or diagnostics of disease;
4. Conducts biomedical research independently, keeping up with international standards;
5. Establishes him- or herself as a member of a professional network of scientists, including:
- the competency to participate in scientific discussions and present his/her work to an international scientific audience in the English language,
- the capacity to write a scientific article at the level of international peer-reviewed journals;
6. Integrates the societal and ethical impact of scientific research in his/her professional career in relevant situations.
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
1 september 2021
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2021
wettelijk tarief : € 2168 (€1084 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 16500
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 16500
1 september 2022
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2022
collegegeld nog niet bekend
Students with a bachelor's degree other than Biomedical Sciences at the Radboud University are selected by the Board of Examines, based on a motivation letter, previous education, curriculum vitae, scientic experience and reference letters.
toelaatbare profielen
WO master | toelaatbaar |
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hbo bachelor | toelaatbaar |
WO bachelor | toelaatbaar |
toelatingseisen
toelatingsgesprek
students with an international degree
erkende certificaten
cijferlijst
basiskennis
taaltoets
English
vooropleiding
reference letter
two reference letters
resumee
motivatiebrief
all applicants
studie kosten
bedrag | kostenpost |
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€ 700 | levensonderhoud |
€ 500 | studiematerialenper jaar |
€ 300 | visa/permitper jaar |
inbegrepen in collegegeld
registration fee |
certificate |
examination |
estimated monthly costs
bedrag | kostenpost | ||
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€ | 315 | kamerhuur in Nijmegenrond 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 | |
€ | 1183 | totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181 |
Hiernaast staat een overzicht van de gemiddelde kosten die een uitwonende student heeft.
Niet iedere student heeft met iedere kostenpost te maken. Het totaalgemiddelde is dus niet gelijk aan de optelsom van alle kostenposten.
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Studenten en studentenleven
studentaantallen
219 | studenten volgen deze opleiding |
67% | daarvan is vrouw |
106 | eerstejaars gestart in 2018 |
72% | daarvan is vrouw |
20442 | studenten aan de Radboud Universiteit |
57% | daarvan is vrouw |
Op kamers in Nijmegen
41385 | studenten studerend |
18288 | studenten woonachtig |
€ 315 | gemiddelde kamerprijs |
kamer betaalbaarheid | |
20 m2 | gemiddelde kameroppervlak |
kamer beschikbaarheid |
Keuzehulp

Studievergelijker
1/21 Radboud Universiteit
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
106 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
2/21 Universiteit Leiden
Communication
Communication
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
3/21 Universiteit Leiden
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
97 eerstejaars |
?% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
4/21 Universiteit Leiden
Research
Research
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
5/21 Universiteit Leiden
Management
Management
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
6/21 Universiteit Leiden
Education
Education
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
50% Nederlandstalig 50% Engelstalig |
7/21 RUG
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
4 eerstejaars |
75% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
8/21 tUL
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
€ 308 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
9/21 Maastricht University
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
€ 308 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
56 eerstejaars |
57% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
10/21 UU
Cancer, Stem Cells and Developmental Biology
Cancer, Stem Cells and Developmental Biology
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
11/21 UU
Medical Imaging
Medical Imaging
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
12/21 UU
Regenerative Medicine and Technology
Regenerative Medicine and Technology
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
13/21 UU
One Health
One Health
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
14/21 UU
Epidemiology
Epidemiology
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
15/21 UU
Biology of Disease
Biology of Disease
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
16/21 UU
Biofabrication
Biofabrication
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
17/21 UU
Toxicology and Environmental Health
Toxicology and Environmental Health
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
43 eerstejaars |
74% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
18/21 Amsterdam UVA
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
19/21 Amsterdam UVA
Medical Biology
Medical Biology
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
21 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
20/21 Amsterdam UVA
Neurobiology
Neurobiology
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
21 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
21/21 Amsterdam VU
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
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Feiten en / studie in cijfers
studentoordelen
deze opleiding | landelijk | |
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algemeen oordeel | 4.0 | 4.0 |
inhoud | 3.8 | 3.9 |
docenten | 3.6 | 3.7 |
studiefaciliteiten | 3.8 | 3.6 |
studielast | 3.6 | 3.6 |
studiebegeleiding | 3.4 | 3.4 |
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In 2017 hebben meer dan 280.000 studenten hun oordeel gegeven over hun studie en instelling.
Biomedical Sciences aan de Radboud Universiteit is beoordeeld door 113 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 4.0 uit 5.
In 2017 hebben meer dan 280.000 studenten hun oordeel gegeven over hun studie en instelling.
Biomedical Sciences aan de Radboud Universiteit is beoordeeld door 113 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 4.0 uit 5.
Na de studie

Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
Several surveys were performed amongst graduates. Most graduates found a position shortly after graduation, which took 3.1 months on average. Approximately 50% started as a PhD student after graduation. Unemployment under respondents is low, shortly after graduation as well as in the long run. The alumni who graduated approximately 15 years ago indicate that they are using biomedical knowledge in their current professions and that they are satisfied with their career paths so far (84%).
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