Program Overview
The Human Biology at Radboud University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences 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 natural 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 Human Biology 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 10,360 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Nijmegen, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Human Biology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Transport and Metabolomics (3 EC)
- Molecular therapy (3 EC)
- Trends in Stem Cell Biology (3 EC)
- Translational Genomics (6 EC)
- Cellular Imaging in Four Dimensions (3 EC)
- Laboratory Animal Science (3 EC)
- Advanced Endocrinology (3 EC)
- Molecular Aspects of Host Defense, Tissue Destruction and Repair (3 EC)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Masters specialisation in Human Biology
If you want to follow this specialisation, you have to be admitted to the Masters in Medical Biology or Molecular Life Sciences. The Examination Board will consider whether or not you have met the requirements that apply for admission to the Master\'s programme of your choice.
Admission requirements for students with a Dutch university Bachelor\'s diploma
In order to get admission to the Masters in Medical Biology or Molecular Life Sciences, youll need a completed Bachelors degree in one of the following fields of science:
- Medical Biology
- Molecular Life Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biology, with a minor in Medical Biology, Neurobiology or Medicine
- ...or equivalent
Admission requirements for students with a Bachelors degree from a Dutch University College or University of Applied Sciences (HBO)
Its possible to start with this Masters specialisation after a completed HBO Bachelors degree, with a relevant minor or pre-Masters. The most relevant Bachelors degrees is:
- Laboratory assistant training (all specialisations)
In advance, please make sure to:
- Check which Masters best meets your Bachelors programme: Medical Biology or Molecular Life Sciences
- Contact the student advisor of this Masters programme and discuss the options for a minor or pre-Masters
- Follow a minor or pre-Masters (30 EC) for your specific Masters programme during or after your HBO study programme
Admission requirements for international students
- Medical Biology
- Molecular Life Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biology, with a minor in Medical Biology, Neurobiology or Medicine
- ...or equivalent
- In order to take part in this programme, you need to have fluency in both written and spoken English.
- A TOEFL score of >=575 (paper based) or >=90 (internet based)
- An IELTS score of >=6.5
- Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) with a mark of C or higher
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 10,360 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 10,360 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Radboud 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 Radboud University
Radboud University
Nijmegen, Netherlands
Visit the university profile page to learn more about this institution.
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
