Program Overview
The Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology at Leiden University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 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 humanities. 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 Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- ["Orientation on Molecular Genetics and Biotechnoloo\'", \'Advanced Statistics\', \'Genomic Architecture\', \'Advanced Molecular Genetics and Biotechnologv\', \'At least one of the following courses is compulsory:\', \'Advanced Cell Bioloy\', \'Global Regulatory Networks in Bacteria (GR.\xc3\x84TB)\', \'Mechanisms of Disease\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A BSc degree in Biology from Leiden University. Students holding such degree will be admitted to the programme.
- For all other candidates, such as:
- BSc graduates from other universities
- graduates with a Bachelor of Science in other natural sciences, life sciences, mathematics or biomedical sciences,
- applicants with a higher professional education (hbo) degree in a related field of science, or with a diploma in Higher Laboratory Education (hlo)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 17,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Leiden University 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 Leiden University
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
Leiden University 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 2015-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months