Program Overview
The Netherlands Course in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (NTC) at Royal Tropical Institute (KIT) is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 3 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 Netherlands Course in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (NTC) 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: 3 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 6,200 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 6,200 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Netherlands Course in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (NTC) 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
- Introduction Module
- Determinants of Health
- HealthNeeds and Responses
- Basic Research Methods
- Continuum of Care
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree, or equivalent academic training\xc2\xa0in medicine or any paramedical science
- Proven proficiency in spoken and written English
- Computer literacy is expected
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 6,200 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 6,200 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 6,200 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 6,200 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Royal Tropical Institute (KIT) 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 Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)
Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-11
- Language English
- Duration 3 months