Master Molecular Life Sciences

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The program starts 1 September 2023 and 1 September 2024

Are you a recent graduate in the life sciences field? Do you want to master up your science skills? To become a more independent and versatile professional? This master of science in molecular life sciences offers just that. The perfect balance between workplace learning and applied research.

Top program

Molecular Life Sciences rated ‘top program’ for 7th year running by independent consumer guide (Keuzegids master).

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Latest insights

Students and staff get latest insights from the HAN BioCentre. This centre conducts contract research for the life sciences industry.

Workplace learning

You learn on the job for the full duration of the program. In an internship or at your current work.

Regular testing

External advisors regularly test the program for its relevance to biotechnology sector.

8Contact hoursaverage per week

8Study hoursaverage per week

24Hours of workplace learningaverage per week

Program: What do you learn?

The molecular life sciences program enriches your knowledge. In molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, statistics, bioinformatics and immunology. At the same time, you learn how to effectively manage projects. What kind of projects? Developing vaccines, medicines and diagnostic tests to name a few. You also learn the ins and outs of quality control, regulations and patents.

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Careers: What can you do with this master of science?

This master of science gives you the skills to design and manage projects. In different areas of biotechnology. You can work for companies in the pharmaceutical industry, personal health care or the food and feed industry. Or you can pursue your career at a university, hospital or private research institute.

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25 March 2023: Online Open Day

The Open Day on 25 March is online, so you can join from anywhere in the world. Talk to students and lecturers from Molecular Life Sciences. Sit in on one of the many talk shows and get the ins and outs on admission, housing, visas and scholarships. And ask all your questions. You don't even need to sign up. Simply click on the link to join one of our live sessions. Too easy!

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Study in part-time?

Do you already have a job in the field? Are you an EU/EEA citizen and can you get to Nijmegen at least once a fortnight? Why not study in part-time? Follow the modules at your own pace. Complete the assignments at your place of work. Your company benefits because you gear the assignments to their needs. The part-time program takes from 2 to 4 years.

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Why study in Holland?

Planning to study in Holland? Holland has a large population of international students so you won’t feel alone. In fact, 1 in 10 students at Dutch universities is an international student. Why do so many international students pursue their education at universities in Holland? Because Holland has excellent, affordable higher education. It also has a thriving economy (18th in the world) so there are plenty of job opportunities. What’s more, the Dutch are open-minded and almost everyone speaks English.

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The Dutch way of learning

The atmosphere in a Dutch classroom is quite informal and your lecturers are easy to talk to. In fact, at Dutch universities like HAN, you’re seen as a partner in the learning process. Class sizes are small and your lecturers encourage you to actively participate in class. To ask questions. To give your own opinion. They also stimulate you to be creative. And to discover things for yourself.

Discover the city of Nijmegen

Nijmegen is a lively university town with a great atmosphere. Just wander through its beautiful old streets and you’ll feel its rich history. Looking for a charming pub or restaurant, a bit of culture or a great night out? Nijmegen has all this and more. Keen on sport or nature? Nijmegen has loads of sports clubs and is surrounded by beautiful forests full of hiking and bicycle trails. Safe and friendly student cities are just one of the 7 reasons to study at HAN.