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Veterinary and Molecular Pathology – (M.Sc.)
Utrecht University
Faculty of Life Sciences
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| Application Deadline: | Start in 1 September: June (non-EEA: June). | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 19,500 ≈ € 20,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Utrecht / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 18 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 90 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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In the Master Veterinary and Molecular Pathology you gain knowledge of animal diseases, their pathogenic mechanisms and the morphological and molecular aspects of diseases.
The Master programme Veterinary and Molecular Pathology is an 18-month, non-subsidised programme (see website for payment information) offered full-time. This post-graduate programme is aimed at graduates in veterinary medicine, with at least one year of relevant professional experience. The programme focuses on research of mechanism of animal diseases. You gain expertise in basic and specialised molecular research techniques at a theoretical and practical level. Experience in animal pathology is gained during specialised classes and practical work. This programme is for veterinarians who have at least one year of professional experience in animal pathology or disease diagnosis. During the first six month of the programme you follow courses such as 'Introduction to General Pathology', Special Pathology', Laboratory Techniques', 'Necropsy of Domestic and Exotic Animals' and 'Laboratory Animal Science.' The following twelve months will be spent on a research project involving the following activities: study design, work planning, experiments, data collection and analysis, all leading towards a manuscript for publication in a double refereed journal.
Contents
Types of teaching (in year 1):
- theory: 15%
- practice: 35%
- self study: 50%
Programme internationalization:
- Studying abroad is optional.
This programme has a workload of 90 ECTS.
Courses:
General Pathology Course type: regular
This course is required to apply to.
Special Pathology Course type: regular
This course is required to apply to.
Laboratory Techniques Course type: regular
This course is required to apply to.
Necropsy domestic animals Course type: regular
This course is required to apply to.
Necropsy exotic animals Course type: regular
This course is required to apply to.
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Requirements
Previous education: Qualified Veterinarian (DVM, BVSc, BVM etc.)
Written request: Letter of motivation and description of current activities
Additional language requirements:
- IELTS overall band: 6
- TOEFL computer based: 213
- TOEFL internet based: 80
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 213 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 80 |
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
Funding details
Scholarships / Grants:
Neso Indonesia:
StuNed Scholarships for Master studies, short courses and customized training programmes are available for Indonesian professionals with at least two years work experience in a development-related organization.
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Nuffic:
The Ford Foundation International Fellowships Program (Ford-IFP) provides opportunities to exceptional individuals for advanced study. If you are a resident of an eligible IFP country and would like to study in Europe, Nuffic can act as a placement partner for you.
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Students from Columbia can apply for this scholarship through their website.
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European Commission:
The Alban Scholarship programme aims at the reinforcement of the European Union-Latin America cooperation in the area of Higher Education. * for postgraduate studies. * for specialization studies at any of the eligible recognised organizations of Higher Training (companies included).
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Nuffic:
The Orange Tulip Scholarship Programme supports promising Taiwanese graduates and young professionals intending to pursue postgraduate degree programmes at a Dutch higher education institution.
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World Bank:
Successful applicants for the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program will be awarded funding covering all tuition and admission fees, as well as housing and subsistence allowance. Travel expenses between the awardees' home countries and Tokyo will also be provided.
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