Program Overview

Health Sciences

The Health Sciences Master’s programme enables students to identify and collect health-related information from different sources and use this information to analyse health (care) problems. Students will be skilled at suggesting relevant interventions based on evidence from empirical epidemiologic population studies. They will also be able to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders in the field of Health Sciences. Finally, they will contribute to a multi- or interdisciplinary approach to health problems, health promotion and healthcare in a national or international context.

Overview

After completing the Health Sciences Master’s programme, students will have the ability to:

• Identify and collect health-related information from different sources
• Analyse health (care) problems
• Suggest relevant interventions based on evidence from empirical epidemiologic population studies
• Communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders in the field of Health Sciences
• Contribute to a multi- or interdisciplinary approach to health problems, health promotion and healthcare in a national or international context

Career Prospects

The qualities developed during the Health Sciences Master’s programme are relevant for a wide variety of positions. Career prospects after graduation depend on personal preferences and acquired skills and experience. With excellent analytical skills, a comprehensive overview of the healthcare system, and specialised knowledge and skills, students will be a valuable asset to many employers in the healthcare sector.

Possible Career Paths

• Researcher at a university, applied research institute, governmental institute, or the (food) industry
• Health insurance policy officer with a health insurer
• Disease prevention policy officer at a branch of the Municipal Health Services
• Communication advisor on health issues
• Teacher
• Epidemiologist
• Health advisor or consultant
• Pursue a PhD

Alumni

Some examples of where students have ended up after completing the programme include:

• Madelon Eelderink
• Anne-Marieke Aling

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