Molecular and Cellular Biosciences
| Specialisation of: | Biology |
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| Degree: | Master of Science in Biology |
| Mode of Study: | Full-time |
| Duration: | 2 years |
| Start date: | Flexible, for international students preferably September or February |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Location: | Leiden |
| Croho/isat code: | 60200 |
The Master’s specialisation in Molecular and Cellular Biosciences is an excellent opportunity for students who are interested in Life Sciences. There are a number of different possibilities for research subjects: not only revealing molecular mechanisms that form the basis of diverse organisms and how they function in ecosystems, but also the application of this knowledge in biotechnology.
Entry requirements
- A BSc degree in Biology from any Dutch university. Students holding such degree will be admitted to the programme.
- For all other candidates, such as:
- BSc graduates from other universities
- graduates with a Bachelor of Science in other natural sciences, life sciences, mathematics or biomedical sciences,
- applicants with a higher professional education (HBO) degree in a related field of science, or with a diploma in Higher Laboratory Education (HLO)
The Board of Admissions will assess the equivalence of the previous training to the Dutch Bachelor of Science in Biology, which may result in additional coursework. The range of optional courses in the MSc programme may be limited by the requirement to adapt the programme to the current knowledge of the candidate. For more information, please contact the study adviser.
- Proof of sufficient proficiency in English: IELTS test level of at least 6.5 or TOEFL score of at least 570/230, evidenced by appropriate test.
This requirement does not apply if you have:- completed your education in Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand or Australia, or
- an International Baccalaureate, or
- a Dutch bachelor’s diploma
Students who have a BSc in Biology from Leiden University are directly admissible.
