MSc Physics and Astronomy: Biophysics and Biophotonics Program By University of Amsterdam |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 49QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

30,220 EURTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

In the two-year track Biophysics and Biophotonics in the Master's programme Physics and Astronomy, a joint degree with VU Amsterdam, you will use the language of physics to explore the secrets of life processes. This Master's track was formerly known as Physics of Life and Health.


Supported by the cutting-edge technologies available in our laboratories and by a series of theoretical classes delivered by our enthusiastic staff members, you can dive into the fascinating world of DNA unfolding, protein function, cell mechanics, tissue engineering, and organ function.


You will learn about photonics and its use in the development of new imaging techniques; or you can choose to deepen your knowledge in the application of physics in the area of biomedical imaging and therapy, in close collaboration with the medical doctors of the two academic medical centers of Amsterdam.

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

In the two-year track Biophysics and Biophotonics in the Master's programme Physics and Astronomy, a joint degree with VU Amsterdam, you will use the language of physics to explore the secrets of life processes. This Master's track was formerly known as Physics of Life and Health.


Supported by the cutting-edge technologies available in our laboratories and by a series of theoretical classes delivered by our enthusiastic staff members, you can dive into the fascinating world of DNA unfolding, protein function, cell mechanics, tissue engineering, and organ function.


You will learn about photonics and its use in the development of new imaging techniques; or you can choose to deepen your knowledge in the application of physics in the area of biomedical imaging and therapy, in close collaboration with the medical doctors of the two academic medical centers of Amsterdam.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

180+
6+
92+
24 Months
Sep

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

4,418 EUR
-

International Students

30,220 EUR
-

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Are you ready for the challenge of an English-taught Bachelor’s degree at the University of Amsterdam? We’re international and inquisitive, ranked in the top 20 universities in Europe and the top 65 worldwide. Set in the heart of Amsterdam, we value freedom and diversity and promote a global mindset.

Bachelor's programmes at the UvA

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) offers 21 English-taught Bachelor's programmes in addition to a large number of Dutch-taught degree programmes.

We offer excellent academic career paths, with multiple options to pursue a study within or across disciplines. All our study programmes feature an interactive teaching style that encourages you to develop your self-reliance and independent thought.

Find out more about how to apply, practical matters and scholarships at: www.uva.nl/international  

Questions?

For practical matters on admissions, housing or visas, you can contact the Student Service Desk.  If you want to know what it’s like to study at the UvA, feel free to get in touch with one of our international student ambassadors.

Are you ambitious, independent and open-minded? Do you want to join an innovative academic community in pushing boundaries and solving complex issues? 
Ranked in the top 20 in Europe and the top 65 worldwide (QS and Times Higher Education world rankings), we have one of the widest range of Master’s programmes of any university in Europe – and some of them are unique to the UvA. Explore your options via the links below.

Master's programmes at the UvA

Nearly 200 English-taught Master's programmes are available at the UvA faculties. We offer various academic career paths, with multiple options to pursue a study within or across disciplines. Teaching and research are closely linked in all programmes.

Follow the links below for more information about the specific Master's programmes that we offer at our faculties:


Find out more about practical matters, scholarships how to apply at: https://www.uva.nl/en/education/education.html

Questions?

For practical matters on admissions, housing or visas, you can contact the Student Service Desk.  If you want to know what it’s like to study at the UvA, feel free to get in touch with one of our international student ambassadors.

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