Bachelor's Degree
Medicine (MD)
Medicine
Leiden University
CROHO 56551 · BRIN 21PB
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🗣 Dutch 180 ECTS
Medicine - Clinical Research (research)
at Maastricht University · Maastricht, Limburg
CROHO programme code
66585
Institution code (BRIN)
21PJ
This programme is recognised in the Dutch register of higher-education programmes (CROHO / RIO), published by DUO. Verify it yourself at Studiekeuze123 or in the DUO register before you apply.
Language of instruction
Dutch
Study load
240 ECTS
Duration
4 years (240 ECTS)
Study forms
Full-time
Degree awarded
Master of Science
Location(s)
Maastricht
Start
September (main intake); some programmes also start in February
Tuition
Ask the institution
Enrolments (2025)
213
About this programme
Medicine - Clinical Research (research) is a master’s programme at a research university recognised in the Dutch register at Maastricht University (Maastricht). It awards the degree of Master of Science. The study load is 240 ECTS credits (4 academic years full-time). The register records the language of instruction as Dutch. Study forms offered: full-time. Figures are as published by DUO — confirm intake dates, admission requirements and the institutional tuition fee with the institution before applying.
Entry requirements
International students: Apply through Studielink. Non-EU/EEA students usually need a residence permit arranged by the institution with the IND — check the programme page for the exact route and deadline.
Frequently asked questions
In which language is the Medicine - Clinical Research (research) taught?
The register records the language of instruction as Dutch. Confirm with Maastricht University before you apply.
How long is the Medicine - Clinical Research (research) at Maastricht University?
It typically takes 4 years (240 ECTS), with intakes in September (main intake); some programmes also start in February.
How much is the tuition?
The DUO register publishes no fee. EU/EEA students pay the statutory tuition fee; students from outside the EU/EEA pay an institutional fee set by Maastricht University. Check the programme page on its own website.
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