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MA/MS in Medical Biology: Medical Biochemistry and Biotechnology

Universiteit van Amsterdam

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands•QS 2027 #60

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At Universiteit van Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands, MA/MS in Medical Biology: Medical Biochemistry and Biotechnology is offered as a master's degree programme. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 26,000 per year (EUR 2,695 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,695 / year
International tuition: EUR 26,000 / year

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Last reviewed May 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

During the past century unprecedented advances have been made in the area of biochemistry and metabolic diseases. 

The programme is looking for students who:

  • are interested in metabolic disorders and human functioning at the molecular and cellular level in the maintenance of health and development of disease.
  • have a keen interest on how (micro) organisms interact with their environment and when which genes are expressed to deal with changing environmental conditions.
  • want to cover topics ranging from prevention of metabolic disorders to microbial food safety, medical infections and obesity development with linked chronic disorders such as diabetes type 2 and atherosclerosis.
  • enjoy doing laboratorial experiments,
  • are enthusiastic, creative and accurate.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

About Universiteit van Amsterdam

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1632
QS rank: #60
Programs: 140
Location: Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Medical Biology: Medical Biochemistry and Biotechnology award?

Universiteit van Amsterdam awards a Master's Degree on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Medical Biology: Medical Biochemistry and Biotechnology take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does MA/MS in Medical Biology: Medical Biochemistry and Biotechnology cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 26,000 per year (EUR 2,695 per year for local students).

What language is MA/MS in Medical Biology: Medical Biochemistry and Biotechnology taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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