Master's in Medical Biology: Oncology
A specialized Master's programme focused on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of cancer development.
Best for:Best for students with a strong background in biomedical sciences and a passion for molecular cancer research.
Overview
The Master's programme in Oncology at the University of Amsterdam provides advanced training for students in the biomedical life sciences. The curriculum is designed to equip future researchers with the expertise needed to contribute to cancer diagnosis and treatment. Students will explore the molecular basis of cancer, identify aberrant signaling pathways, and engage in hands-on laboratory research. The programme offers unique opportunities to collaborate with world-leading cancer research institutes, specifically the Netherlands Cancer Institute (NKI) and the Amsterdam University Medical Centers (AMC).
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced coursework covering the molecular basis of cancer development.
- Conduct laboratory research at the molecular and cellular levels.
- Develop and test novel experimental approaches to cancer diagnosis and treatment.
- Integrate complex biological concepts and data into research projects.
- Collaborate with researchers at the AMC and NKI institutes.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences or a closely related field.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English proficiency is required.
Instruction: English
- Strong interest in the molecular mechanisms of cancer.
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques related to molecular and cellular biology.
- Ability to formulate scientific questions and design experimental approaches.
- Capacity to quickly synthesize and apply novel scientific concepts.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-02-01
Interested candidates should apply through the official University of Amsterdam portal. Ensure all academic transcripts and supporting documents are prepared according to the university's admission guidelines.
- Academic transcripts
- CV
- Statement of purpose
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