Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor's program in Farmaceutische Wetenschappen (Pharmaceutical Sciences) at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on the development of medicines from a molecular and chemical perspective. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the processes involved in creating new medicines, including the identification of cellular targets, the search for and synthesis of chemical compounds, and the testing of their effectiveness, degradation, and side effects.

Program Structure

The program is structured to provide students with a solid foundation in the theoretical and practical aspects of pharmaceutical research. The curriculum includes courses on the chemistry of new medicines, the development of sustainable molecules, and the analysis of the effectiveness and safety of pharmaceuticals.

Research Areas

The program covers various research areas, including:

• The development of new medicines for diseases such as Alzheimer's, ALS, and cancer
• The identification of cellular targets for pharmaceutical intervention
• The synthesis and testing of chemical compounds for their potential as medicines
• The analysis of the effectiveness, degradation, and side effects of pharmaceuticals

Program Details

• Duration: 3 years
• Study Type: Full-time
• Language: Dutch

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Farmaceutische Wetenschappen program can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Pharmaceutical research and development
• Medicine development
• Biomedical research
• Healthcare and pharmaceutical industries

Related Programs

Related programs offered by the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam include:

• Geneeskunde (Medicine)
• Biomedische Wetenschappen (Biomedical Sciences)