Science, Business and Innovation (SBI) for Science Students

Admission and Registration

• Admission

  The minor is open to all students of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Farmaceutische Wetenschappen) and Medical Life Sciences (Medische Natuurwetenschapen). Students from other studies within the Faculty of Science (Bèta) are welcome to apply. Please keep in mind that you need approval from your own Examination Board to include this minor within your own study programme.

• Registration

  This minor has no maximum capacity.
  
  Are you a VU Amsterdam student? Please visit this page for more information about how to register for the minor and a step-by-step explanation.
  
  Are you studying at another educational institution? Please register as a secondary course student at VU Amsterdam following the steps demonstrated on this page.

• FAQ

  I do not have any knowledge about business administration, is that a potential issue?
  No, we will start with general Business Administration courses in which you will be taught the basics that you will need for the other courses on regulations, technological venture creation and the practical application of entrepreneurship. No prior knowledge is required.

  Is there a deadline for the selection of this minor?
  There is no specified deadline, apart from being registered before the start of the academic year.

  I've been admitted to the minor, how do I register for the courses? 

  Please consult our minor registration webpage for the registration of separate courses.

  When can I register for the (minor) courses?
  This is possible when registration for that specified period starts. For more information on registration periods and deadlines, click here. 

  Does this minor grant access to any specific Master's programmes?
  This minor fulfils the entry requirement of 24EC Business and Innovation courses for the Master's programme of SBI for both the specialisation Life & Health and Energy & Sustainability. Please note: this minor does not grant automatic access to the Master's programme as additional entry criteria apply. Consult the Admission's Office of the Master's programme of SBI for more information. 

  Please do not hesitate to contact the Student Desk via studentdesk@vu.nl if you have any questions regarding your registration.

  For content-related questions or questions on admission to the Master's programme, feel free to contact academic advisor Els Kroezinga (e.h.kroezinga@vu.nl).