Program Overview

Biomedical Sciences Program

The Biomedical Sciences program at VU Amsterdam focuses on the study of the human body and its various processes, both in health and disease. Students in this program gain a solid theoretical foundation and practical experience through research and experiments.

Program Description

The program covers various aspects of biomedical sciences, including the study of micro-organisms, experimentation, and the search for solutions to different problems. Students work closely with research groups and gain extensive research experience. The program also delves into the theoretical aspects of biomedical sciences, allowing students to specialize in specific areas such as the processes that occur in the human body during disease and health.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Biomedical Sciences program can pursue various career paths, including:

• Working as an assistant researcher in institutions, universities, hospitals, or the pharmaceutical industry
• Becoming a consultant or project manager in the life sciences sector, government, or insurance companies
• Teaching biology in secondary education

Master's Programs

Many students choose to further their education by pursuing a master's degree in fields such as:

• Biomedical Sciences
• Biomolecular Sciences
• Neurosciences
• Oncology
• Personalized Medicine
• Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
• Health Sciences
• Management, Policy Analysis and Entrepreneurship (MPA)
• Genes in Behaviour and Health

Research Areas

The program encompasses a wide range of research areas, including the study of diseases such as cancer, autoimmune diseases, and infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS. Students and faculty members are involved in cutting-edge research, including the development of nano-medicines to support the immune system in fighting diseases.

Alumni

Graduates of the Biomedical Sciences program have gone on to work in various fields, including research institutions, universities, hospitals, and the pharmaceutical industry. Some have also pursued careers in consultancy, project management, and education.