MA/MS in Health Sciences

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands•QS 2027 #185 =

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At Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands, MA/MS in Health Sciences is offered as a master's degree in Medicine & Health programme. The programme runs for 1 year. It carries 60.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition is EUR 2,694 per year for local students. The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

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Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Medicine & Health

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last checked June 2026 · Source: vu.nl ·

Program details

Overview

The programme builds the skills needed to analyse complex health and healthcare issues, such as the control of infectious diseases, the role of nutrition in chronic disorders including obesity and type 2 diabetes, and the causes of rising healthcare costs. It prepares graduates to help develop and put into practice interventions that address major health problems.

Requirements

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

Upcoming Intakes

Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline May 31, 2027 · local students

Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline Apr 01, 2027 · international students

Sep 2028 · Starts Sep 01, 2028 · Deadline May 31, 2028 · local students

Sep 2028 · Starts Sep 01, 2028 · Deadline Apr 01, 2028 · international students

About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

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Type: University

Control: Private

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1880

QS rank: #185 =

Programs: 178

Location: Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Health Sciences award?

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam awards a Master's Degree in the field of Medicine & Health on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Health Sciences take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does MA/MS in Health Sciences cost?

Tuition is EUR 2,694 per year for local students.

What language is MA/MS in Health Sciences taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does MA/MS in Health Sciences start?

The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

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