Infection and Immunity

Utrecht University

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Program description

The Master's in Immunity and Infection gives you the opportunity to gain deep knowledge of fundamental and clinical immunology through a multidisciplinary research approach.

The Master's programme in Immunity and Infection aims to give young scientists the opportunity to gain profound knowledge of fundamental and clinical immunology, vaccination strategies, immunotherapy, mechanisms of infectious diseases, molecular epidemiology of infections, virulence factors of micro-organisms and resistance to therapy. Infectious diseases and immunity disorders are a continuous threat to human and animal life and well-being.

As part of this two year research programme you will undertake a major and a minor research project that complement each other (one in immunology and one in microbiology/ infectious diseases). You will also follow theoretical courses and seminars, make presentations regarding your own research, and write a Master's thesis. Scientists who possess expert knowledge in both fundamental and disease-oriented aspects of immunology and infection are in great demand; they will find careers in academic hospitals, research institutes, the pharmaceutical industry, and policy-making.

About Utrecht University

Utrecht University is a top international university that holds a top 100 position in the international university rankings. It offers a broad range of high-quality Dutch- and English-taught programs and courses. The English curriculum consists of Bachelor's and Master’s degree programs, certificate courses, and Summer School courses. In addition, some of the world’s most talented students come to Utrecht University to do their PhD research.

Research has always played a fundamental role in Utrecht University’s degree programs. Course content is closely linked to top-class research. Students are taught in small groups by top researchers and lecturers, mostly experts in their field. Utrecht University is at the forefront of developments in interdisciplinary knowledge. Our research continues to have impact in fields ranging from biochemistry and biophysics to human rights and culture.

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Admission requirements

Previous education

breed biomedisch vakkenpakket met moleculaire celbiologie en 15 ects op het gebied van Infectie en Afweer

Assessment interview

over vooropleiding en motivatie; voor kandidaten vanuit een HBO-opleiding vindt dit gesprek in het Engels plaats

Language test

verplicht voor HBO-studenten: IELTS of TOEFL

Language requirements

CAE: B1, CPE: C1, IELTS overall band: 6.5, IELTS writing: 6, TOEFL paper based: 580, TOEFL computer based: 237, TOEFL internet based: 93

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