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Then the Master’s in Biomedical Technology and Physics is the programme for you. Check whether you meet te admission requirements and find out how to apply.
The Master's programme Biomedical Technology and Physics (BMTP) is directly accessible to students with a Bachelor degree in Medical Natural Sciences and to students with a similar background, like a bachelor in Biomedical Engineering, Physics, University College and BètaGamma.
Admission is based on a strict selection procedure. The Faculty’s Admission Board will decide upon your admission after having evaluated your complete online application.
In order to gain admission to the master's programme BMTP, you will need to have at least a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited research university including at least three full years of academic study amounting to a minimum of 180 ECTS or equivalent. We do not require a GRE or GMAT test score.
Direct admission to master's programme BMTP is possible with a bachelor degree in Medical Natural Sciences of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. If you have a Bachelor's degree in a related subject, you will have to meet certain entry requirements depending on the specialisation you choose.
Important: All students must contact the master coordinator of the specific specialisation.
English language test
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam requires all international students and students with a HBO degree to take an English test and to submit their score as a part of the application. Exceptions are made for students who have obtained a Dutch VWO diploma.
The Master's programme in Biomedical Technology and Physics is directly accessible to students with a bachelor degree in Medical Natural Sciences and to students with a similar background, like a bachelor in Biomedical Engineering, Physics, University College and BètaGamma.
A Bachelor degree obtained at an applied university or higher vocational education (HBO in Dutch) in most cases does not grant direct access to the master's programme Biomedical Technology and Physics (BMTP) (only exceptionally high ranking students stand a chance of admission).
Students with a degree in Medische Beeldvorming en Radiotherapie (MBRT) need to complete the pre-master's programme first.
Pre-master's programme
If you have a HBO Degree a pre-master's programme is required. After completing the programme, you gain admission to the Master's programme Biomedical Technology and Physics (BMTP). The pre-master's programme encompasses 30 EC and can differ per student. The exact content of the programme will be determined by the deficiencies remaining despite the previous education of the candidate. Visit the webpage of the pre-master's programme Biomedical Technology and Physics for more information. If you are interested in the Master's programme BMTP, please contact the master coordinator, t.g.vanleeuwen@amsterdamumc.nl
Language requirements
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam requires international students and students with a HBO degree to pass an English language proficiency test. This requirement can be met if no longer than two years before the start of the programme the applicant has successfully completed one of the following examinations with the minimum scores indicated:
Exceptions are made for students who:
Copies of your English test results can be sent to the following address: toelating.beta@vu.nl.
Enthusiastic about this programme? And do you meet the admission requirements? Find out how to apply.
If you want to apply for a Master's programme at VU Amsterdam, the application procedure depends on your previous degree and whether you obtained your degree in the Netherlands or abroad. You find all information about the application procedure with an international degree on the application page.
The application deadlines are:
*non-EU/EEA students who do not need a study visa and/or a residence permit can still apply until 15 July.
The Biomedical Technology and Physics programme is open to both Dutch and international students. The Faculty’s Admission Board will decide upon your admission after having evaluated your complete online application.
In order to gain admission to the Biomedical Technology and Physics Master’s programme, you will need to have at least a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited research university including at least three full years of academic study amounting to a minimum of 180 ECTS or equivalent. We do not require a GRE or GMAT test score. A Bachelor's degree obtained at an applied university or higher vocational education (HBO in Dutch) in most cases does not grant direct access to the programme (only exceptionally high ranking students stand a chance of admission).
Specific admission requirements for the Biomedical Technology and Physics Master's programme
The Biomedical Technology and Physics programme is open to both Dutch and international students with a background in (bio)medical natural sciences or a related subject, like a bachelor in Biomedical Engineering, Physics or similar. Admission is based on a strict selection procedure.
If you have a Bachelor's degree in a related subject, you will have to meet certain entry requirements depending on specialisation you choose.
Important: All students must contact the Master's coordinator of the specific specialisation.
If you are applying for one of our English-taught Master's degree programmes you will have to demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency by submitting English test results.
Although complete applications are preferred, you can begin your application before you have completed the test and then submit your passing score once you have been conditionally admitted.
You can find which test types and scores are accepted, the deadlines for submitting test results and all other relevant information on our application page under the Language Proficiency Requirements tab.
Required format and required documents
Please note: you will need to upload all required documents in one PDF file, using this Application Form Template.
Please check here which documents you need to submit for this specific Master's programme.
After having prepared the required documents, please follow the online application procedure.
For more information, international students may also contact the International Student Advisors: masters.fs@vu.nl.
Grants and scholarships
As an international student planning to study at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, you can apply for a variety of grants and bursaries. Detailed information about scholarships and deadlines can be found on www.vu.nl/scholarships or www.grantfinder.nl.
International Student and Alumni Ambassadors
Our International Student and Alumni Ambassadors are happy to tell you all about their experiences with studying at VU Amsterdam and living in Amsterdam.
You will find the full overview of our Ambassadors here: vu.nl/ambassadors. There you can chat with them directly.
The application deadlines are:
*non-EU/EEA students who do not need a study visa and/or a residence permit can still apply until 15 July.
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