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Chemistry: Analytical Sciences at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Expand your knowledge and skills in chemistry
Want to learn how to use inexpensive organic materials to capture CO2? Discover whether carbon can form a fifth bond? Or develop new analytical methods to detect low levels of bioactive proteins in complex biological samples?
The Chemistry Master’s is a challenging programme for students with a solid Chemistry background who are eager to expand their knowledge and skills.
Chemistry is not an isolated discipline. It is a bridge between the two ends of the science spectrum: it connects biology (biomolecular chemistry) with physics, mathematics and computer sciences (physical-theoretical chemistry).
Chemistry in Amsterdam is a joint degree from the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. UvA and VU jointly issue a degree certificate to graduates. As a student, you benefit from the expertise, networks and research projects at both universities and affiliated research institutes.
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Chemistry: Analytical Sciences
In the Analytical Sciences track of the Chemistry Master’s programme, you will focus purely on aspects of analytical chemistry, such as modern analytical techniques, general analysis concepts and strategies and various application fields.
Analytical chemistry plays a crucial role in many areas of science and society. Chemical compounds in a variety of materials and environments must be identified and quantified for the development of new pharmaceuticals, the unravelling of complex biological systems or the design of new sustainable materials and chemical processes.
Analytical chemistry provides the methods and techniques that make this possible. Its impact is not restricted to chemistry alone: progress in medicine, biology, and environmental and material sciences is also strongly dependent on the availability of new analytical tools.
Analytical Sciences at VU Amsterdam and UvA is unique in the Netherlands, in that it focuses purely on all aspects of analytical chemistry - a specialisation for which there is currently a great demand in the labour market. It covers a large range of modern analytical techniques, such as chromatography, mass spectrometry, spectroscopy and laser-based approaches. It covers general concepts and strategies for analysis, from sampling to data treatment. And it explores various application fields, such as biochemical, industrial, pharmaceutical and forensic analysis.
This track also offers the possibility to focus specifically on environmental chemistry and analysis. Courses are given by researchers at VU Amsterdam’s research department Environment & Health, where well-known research is being done on subjects like microplastics, endocrine disruptors and PFAS.
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Chemistry: Analytical Sciences
With your Chemistry Master’s degree, you can pursue a PhD at chemistry institutes around the world, and then have a career in academia or industry. Industrial giants like Akzo Nobel and DSM are eager to hire chemists. Or start working at research institutes like TNO, KNMI and SRON. You can also find exciting roles at ICT companies, energy companies, investment banks or consultancy firms.
With the Science in Society major, you’ll likely find work in the chemical industry, with inspection services or consultancy firms, where there is an emphasis on management and/or policy aspects.
Science education is the foundation of innovations that improve our world. The shortage of certified science teachers and the fact that our economy is knowledge-based, means the Teaching major will make you highly valued both in and out of the classroom. You can contribute to improving science education as a teacher or in other academic positions. Practical and scientific knowledge of teaching methods and educational psychology can steer your career in many directions.
Students who opt for the Science Communication major often find work as public relations officers, science journalists or education officers at publishing houses or museums.
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Chemistry: Analytical Sciences
I have a Dutch university level (WO) bachelor’s degree (VU Bachelor's degree, VU pre-Master's programme or Bachelor's degree at another university)
The Master’s in Chemistry is open to students:
- with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry
- with a Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- with a Bachelor's degree from a relevant Dutch hbo programme
General language proficiency requirements
VU Amsterdam requires all applicants to take an English test and to submit their score as a part of the application. Exceptions are made for students who have completed their education in Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand or Australia or who have obtained an international Baccalaureate or European Baccalaureate diploma.
All students must first have an intake interview with the Master coordinator. Please contact the master coordinator of your specialisation (see below).
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Institution
Location: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam De Boelelaan 1105
1081 HV Amsterdam
Niederlande
Nord Holland
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Facts about the Masters programme
Location
Amsterdam
Field of study
Science & Mathematics
Degree
Master of Science
Language
English
Start
winter semester - September
Application deadline
Type of study
Part-time
Duration of study: 2 years
Tuition fees EU: 2168 EUR / year
Tuition fees Non EU: 15110 EUR / year
Full-time
Duration of study: 1 year
Tuition fees EU: 2168 EUR / year
Tuition fees Non EU: 15110 EUR / year
Facts about the Masters programme
Location
Amsterdam
Field of study
Science & Mathematics
Degree
Master of Science
Language
English
Start
winter semester - September
Application deadline
Type of study
Part-time
Duration of study: 2 years
Tuition fees EU: 2168 EUR / year
Tuition fees Non EU: 15110 EUR / year
Full-time
Duration of study: 1 year
Tuition fees EU: 2168 EUR / year
Tuition fees Non EU: 15110 EUR / year