Program Overview
The Systems Biology at Maastricht 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 Systems 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 17,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Maastricht, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Systems 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
- Connecting biology and mathematics
- Evolution
- Comparative biology
- What make us human?
- Heart-Brain connection
- Cancer, metabolic syndrome and chronic disease
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For this master\'s programme, selection takes place on the basis of your quality and suitability.
For this your motivation, prior qualifications and your (professional) experience are important.
All candidates should meet the general requirements:
- submit your curriculum vitae,
- write a letter of motivation,
- submit two letters of recommendation,
- demonstrate proficiency in English.
Graduates from a relevant Dutch or Flemish bachelors programme
You are eligible for admission if you have a bachelors degree issued by a Dutch or Flemish university in: biology, biomedical sciences, molecular life sciences, life sciences and technology, medical natural sciences, mathematics, informatics, physics or chemistry.UM graduates applying for a continuing masters programme
You are eligible for admission if you have a degree in biomedical science, sciences or knowledge engineering, issued by Maastricht University.Graduates from other relevant bachelors programmes
You are eligible for admission if you have a bachelors degree in a relevant field composed of at least 180 ECTS; at least 15 ECTS (or equivalent) in mathematics at bachelor level. The mathematics should include the topics: Linear and/or geometric algebra, analysis & calculus, trigonometry, and basic statistics (data analysis and evaluation).English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 17,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 17,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Maastricht 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 Maastricht University
Maastricht University
Maastricht, Netherlands
Maastricht University(abbreviated asUM;Dutch:Universiteit Maastricht) is apublicresearch universityinMaastricht, Netherlands. Founded in 1976, it is the second youngest of the fourteenDutch universities.
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
