Program Overview
The Biomolecular Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT 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 computer science & it. 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 Biomolecular Sciences 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biomolecular Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Cell Biology
- Biological Chemistry
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In order to gain admission to one of or Master\xc2\x92s programmes, you will need to have at least a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited university or institute of higher education including at least three full years of academic study amounting to a minimum of 180 ECTS or equivalent. We do not require a GRE or GMAT test score.
Admission to the Master\xc2\x92s programme in Biomolecular Sciences is possible with a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from VU University in Biomedical Sciences, Gezondheid en Leven (major Biomedische Wetenschappen) or Biology. If you have a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Medical Natural Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Molecular Life Sciences, (Bio)chemistry or related studies from another university in the Netherlands, you can also enter the Master\'s programme.
Students should also meet the following criteria:
- An average Bachelor grade of 7.0 or higher
- A Bachelor internship in a relevant field (Biochemistry/ Cell Biology) with a minimum grade of 7.5
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Vrije Universiteit 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 Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a public research university in Amsterdam, Netherlands, founded in 1880. The VU Amsterdam is one of two large, publicly funded research universities in the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months