Program Overview
The Global Health 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 Global Health 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 Global Health 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
- Global Health in Historical Perspective
- Systems Thinking \x96 Theory and Research Methods 1: Health Innovations & Interventions
- Systems Thinking \x96 Theory and Research Methods 2: Analysis of Health Policy and Sustainable Health Systems
- International Comparative Analysis of Health Systems
- Challenges in Health Systems Innovation
- Future Medicine
- Aids, Medicine and Human Rights in a Cross-Cultural, Medical Anthropological Perspective
- Advanced Methodology: Interactive Learning and Action in Global Health
- Addressing Disease Burden in a Global Context
- Scientific writing in English
- Literature Review (in preparation to the \x91Master\x92s Thesis\x92)
- Ethics in Global Health
- Writing Research Grant Proposal (in preparation to \x91Master\x92s Thesis\x92)
- Master\x92s Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Step 1: Meet admission criteria
- In order to gain admission to one of our Master\xc2\x92s programmes, you will need to have at least a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited research university 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. Specific admission requirements for the MSc Global Health programme: Every year 25 students are admitted to the Global Health Research Master\xc2\x92s programme. If you meet the application criteria you will be invited for an interview with the director of the Master\xc2\x92s programme (either in person or by skype). Admission requirements for the Research Master\xc2\x92s programme in Global Health are as follows:
- A Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in one of the base disciplines of Global Health (e.g., Medical Biology, Health Sciences, Medical Anthropology, Medicine, Health-Economics, Health Management, Pharmacy, Medical Natural Sciences) with basic knowledge of epidemiology.
- A GPA of 3.5 (7.5 in the Dutch grading system) or higher.
- An A grade (8 in the Dutch grading system) for the bachelor thesis or internship.
- Two reference letters (one from the supervisor of the bachelor thesis or internship).
- Pass the web-based entry examination.
Step 2: Prepare documents and apply online
Please prepare the following documents. You can find an explanation of each document on the application page. All documents should be provided in English.- Copy of your valid passport or ID (only for EU residents)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Motivation
- Transcript (Provide a certified translation if it is not in English)
- A description of the relevant courses you have taken during your previous higher education
- A list of all the main literature used during your previous higher education
- Thesis (or another sample of academic writing, at least 5 pages plus a list of used literature)
- 2 Letters of Recommendation After having prepared the required documents, please follow the online application procedure. Once you have completed the application, our international student advisors will contact you via email.
Step 3: Await decision on admission
The admission board will review your application as soon as it is complete. Normally this takes about four weeks, but it might take longer in busy periods so be sure to apply as soon as possible. If you are admitted, you will receive a letter of conditional admission by email. You can start planning your move to Amsterdam!Step 4: Finalize your registration and move to Amsterdam!
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