Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Biomedicine in Netherlands
Positions in biomedicine in netherlands
3 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open positions in biomedicine in the Netherlands include Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, University of Maastricht and UMC Utrecht.
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Netherlands
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1 week ago
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in the Netherlands is advertising 8 fully funded PhD positions across multiple faculties, including Law, Science, Social Sciences, and ACTA. The available research topics span a wide range of academic study areas: Space Law and Artificial Intelligence , Endolysin-Based Therapies Against Implant-Associated Biofilm Infections , Cellular Neuroscience , Physics of Human-Made Molecular Machines , Communication Science: Susceptibility to Health Hacks , Strontium and Zinc i...
Computer Science
Biology
Mathematics
+9 more
1 week ago
University of Maastricht
Closing soon
Netherlands
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1 week ago
Closing soon
Funded PhD opportunity in spatial multi-omics and single-cell analysis at Maastricht University in the Maastricht MultiModal Molecular Imaging Institute , Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences. The project sits at the intersection of biology , medical science , biomedical engineering , chemistry , and data analysis , with methods including molecular laboratory work, biological sample preparation, imaging, mass spectrometry, spatial omics, and R/Python-based analysis. Eligibility: applica...
Biochemistry
Computer Science
Chemistry
+9 more
1 week ago
UMC Utrecht
Netherlands
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1 month ago
PhD position at UMC Utrecht: Multidimensional analysis of (a)biotic particles and immune responses The Phagocytes in Health and Inflammation research group at UMC Utrecht is recruiting a PhD candidate to study how non-biological particles interact with the immune system and what determines whether they trigger inflammation. The project focuses on the multidimensional analysis of particle properties, immune recognition, and downstream immune effects, with relevance to inflammatory and immune-medi...
Inflammation
Immunology
Biomedical Engineering
+4 more
1 month ago
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Living costs in Netherlands
Estimated costs in Netherlands.
MonthlyYearly | Netherlands |
|---|---|
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €662 $720/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | €2.2k $2,400/yr |
 Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | €2.0k $2,160/yr |
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | €13.8k $15,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Universidad de Córdoba
Spain
Research Interests
Immunology
Microbiology
Pathogen Biology
Bacterial Ecology
Protein Chemistry
Head of Training
European Bioinformatics Institute
United Kingdom
Research Interests
Microbiology
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics
Next-generation Sequencing
Bioscience
Universidad de Cádiz
Spain
Research Interests
Biochemical Engineering
Biochemistry
Metabolic Biology
Biocatalysis
Metabolic Engineering
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Radboud University Medical Center
Netherlands
Research Interests
Medical Imaging
Neurology
Neuroimaging
Cerebrovascular Disease
Traumatic Brain Injury
Maastricht University Medical Centre
Netherlands
Research Interests
Psychiatry
Neuropsychology
Trauma Therapy
Epigenetic
In Vitro Studies
Assistant Professor
Leiden University Medical Center
Netherlands
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Animal Science
Neuromuscular Physiology
Muscle Biology
Transgenic Animal Models
Scholarships relevant to you
Leiden University Fund – Lutfia Rabbani Foundation Scholarship
Partially Funded
Leiden University Fund and Lutfia Rabbani FoundationNetherlandsAnnual
NetherlandsAnnualThis scholarship supports short study or research exchanges between Europe and the Arab region, including opportunities connected with Leiden University.
Master
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MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP)
Fully Funded
Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs through NufficNetherlandsVaries by course
NetherlandsVaries by courseThe MENA Scholarship Programme supports professionals from selected Middle East and North Africa countries to take short courses in the Netherlands.
Radboud Scholarship Programme
Partially Funded
Radboud UniversityNetherlandsAnnual
NetherlandsAnnualThe Radboud Scholarship Programme supports talented international students from outside the European Economic Area to study an English-taught master's degree at Radboud University in the Netherlands.
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.