Program Overview
The Psychology - Development and Health Psychology at University of Amsterdam is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Psychology - Development and Health Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 16,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychology - Development and Health Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Obesity\', \'Sex and Sexually Transmitted Diseases\', \'Addiction\', \'Stress\', "Master\'s Thesis Development & Health Psychology", "Master\'s Internship Development & Health Psychology"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be eligible for this master track:
- you should have a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in Psychology at UvA, or an equivalent degree in a relevant field\xc2\xa0(if you are an international applicant, please refer to information below). If you obtained this degree within four years (or if you are an international applicant: in 133% of the nominal study duration), you are welcome to apply.
- If your study duration exceeded four years, but your grade average is 7 on the Dutch scale of 1-10;
- If none of the above applies to you, you are welcome to start the online application, and you will be asked to write a statement in the online application to clarify why you think you should be eligible for this master track.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 16,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 16,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Amsterdam directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Amsterdam
University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
University of Amsterdam is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months