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Molecular Life Sciences – (M.Sc.)
Maastricht University
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
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| Application Deadline: | Start in 1 September: July (non-EEA: April). | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,771 ≈ € 12,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Maastricht / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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From molecule to gene, to cell and organ, to individuals and entire populations: in this programme you explore the relationship between human beings and their environment at the molecular level.
What causes disease? How can we prevent it? And if disease is present, how can we treat it? This programme is offered in partnership between Maastricht University and Hasselt University, together referred to as the transnational University Limburg (tUL). You participate in ongoing, cross-border molecular research at both campuses. This programme also gives you the intellectual freedom to pursue your own interests by means of elective courses, but also skills like working with radionuclides and modern microscopic techniques. Your choice of senior research project (year 2) and laboratory reflects your choice of the four MLS specialisations: 1. Clinical Molecular Sciences focusing on the genetic, epigenetic, metabolic and environmental causes underlying the disease process 2. Cardiovascular Biology and Medicine providing in-depth research training in the cardiovascular system and related diseases. 3. Nutrition and Metabolism emphasising biomedical research and the relationship between diet and metabolism. 4. Oncology and Developmental Biology focusing on unravelling the mysteries of cancer and human development. This is a two-year programme taught in English.
Contents
Types of teaching (in year 1):
- theory: 0%
- practice: 0%
- self study: 0%
Programme internationalization:
- Studying abroad is optional.
This programme has a workload of 120 ECTS.
Specialities:
Clinical Molecular Sciences:
Cardiovascular Biology and Medicine:
Nutrition and Metabolism :
Oncology and Developmental Biology :
Courses:
Molecular Mechanisms in Health and Disease Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Molecular Approaches to Diagnostics and Disease Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Junior internship, compulsory and elective courses Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Elective: Microscopy: theory and practical training Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Elective: Cardiovascular Biology and Medicine Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Elective: Nutrition and Metabolism Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Elective: Oncology and Developmental Biology Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Elective: Drug Development and Design Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is required to apply to.
Elective: Radionuclides: working with radioactive substances Course type: regular
This course is given in year 1
This course is optional to apply to.
Senior internship, poster presentation and thesis on a topic related to your specialisation Course type: graduation
This course is given in year 2
This course is required to apply to.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Successful applicants must have one of the following:
- a bachelor's degree issued by a Dutch or non-Dutch university in a relevant domain;
- a bachelor's degree issued by a non-university institute in a relevant domain (equivalent to at least 4 years of nominal study time; 240 ECTS)
non-EU students must submit a score on the IELTS or TOEFL test (not older than 5 years at the start of the programme). Applicants are eligible for exemption provided they submit proof of "sufficiency" in their English language training.
Please note that an entrance interview with the Board of Admission can be part of the selection procedure. The Board of Admission may impose additional requirements for admission to the master's programme.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
Accreditation
accredited by: NVAO
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