Master in Management, Policy Analysis and Entrepreneurship in Health & Life Sciences
Interdisciplinary master’s programme integrating health sciences, policy, management, and entrepreneurship for community-based care innovation.
Best for:Best for graduates with a background in health sciences, policy, business, or related fields who want to drive innovation in patient-centred care, eHealth, and public health management.
Overview
This two-year Master’s programme at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on bridging health and life sciences with policy, management, and entrepreneurship to address complex societal challenges. Students explore how to incorporate user needs into eHealth solutions, implement patient-centred care, and manage societal concerns during health crises. The curriculum combines policy analysis, management, communication, and international public health, preparing graduates to lead in community-based health technologies and public health innovation. Ideal for those seeking a multidisciplinary approach to healthcare transformation, the programme emphasizes real-world problem-solving and collaboration across sectors.
What you'll do
- Develop interdisciplinary solutions to integrate user needs into eHealth and community-based care systems.
- Analyze and evaluate health policies and their implementation in real-world settings.
- Design management strategies for healthcare organizations and entrepreneurship in health sciences.
- Conduct research on international public health challenges and communication strategies.
- Collaborate with stakeholders from government, industry, and social institutions to address healthcare needs.
- Develop communication plans for health technologies and patient-centred care initiatives.
- Engage in applied projects that bridge theory and practice in health and life sciences.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Policy, Management, Social Sciences, or a related field (e.g. Public Health, Business Administration, Life Sciences).
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc)
Language: English; IELTS overall band score of 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in each sub-score) or TOEFL iBT score of 93 (with minimum 23 in writing).
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for policy and management challenges.
- Ability to conduct interdisciplinary research and collaborate across sectors.
- Proficiency in research methodologies and data analysis relevant to health sciences.
- Basic understanding of health technologies and digital health solutions.
- Familiarity with public health principles and healthcare systems.
- No nationality restrictions; open to international applicants.
- No age restrictions.
- No prior work experience required, but relevant internships or projects are advantageous.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-04-01
Applicants must submit their application through the official Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam portal. Required documents include a CV, motivation letter, academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a portfolio or research proposal if applicable. The application process is competitive, and selection is based on academic merit, relevance of background, and fit with the programme’s interdisciplinary focus.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL scores)
- Portfolio or research proposal (if applicable)
Contact
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