Degree from a non-Dutch university
This page outlines the step-by-step process for completing your application to a Master's programme at Utrecht University. Please read this information thoroughly before starting your application.
This is a selective Master's programme. You will be considered for admission to the postgraduate programme Epidemiology if you hold a Master's degree, and can demonstrate:
- A relevant Master’s degree
- Master's programmes that most likely meet the requirements are:
- Master's in Life Sciences
- Physicians (MD)
- Veterinarians (DVM)
- Pharmacists (PharmD)
- Other relevant science
- Science Master’s degree
- Our International Students Admission’s office will verify whether a non-Dutch academic degree is equivalent to a Master’s degree at a Dutch research university. All international Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are evaluated based on standards set by the NUFFIC. If your degree is not assessed as equivalent to a 2-year Dutch Master’s research University degree, you are most likely not eligible for admission.
- Master's programmes that most likely meet the requirements are:
- Relevant knowledge, insight and skills*
- Academic performance*:
- Overall score (GPA, average grade, grading tables)
- Overall score (GPA, average grade, grading tables)
- Academic competences*:
- High level of academic and professional skills.
- High level of academic and professional skills.
- Personal competences*:
- A clear motivation in participation in the programme.
*If you fail to meet some of the requirements, please indicate why you feel you are still eligible for admission in your motivation letter
- A clear motivation in participation in the programme.
- Oral and written proficiency in English
English language requirements
Utrecht University uses the EMI (English Medium of Instruction) system to assess applicants’ English language skills, which distinguishes three proficiency levels: EMI-ready, EMI-experienced and EMI-advanced.
The required English level for admission to this Master’s programme is EMI-experienced.
Visit our EMI-experienced page for Master’s degree programmes to find the accepted tests and required scores. Here, you can also see which diplomas qualify for an exemption from this requirement.
Selection procedure
The Admissions Committee reviews all requests for admission and selects students that meet the entry requirements. The decision on your application is based on a thorough analysis. See Step 6 ‘Take the last steps after your admission’ for more details.
Questions?
You can contact the Programme Coordinator with questions about your eligibility.
Please note that we offer two ways to follow the Epidemiology postgraduate programme: online and face-to-face. The online programme is a part-time Master's programme, covering the same study load as the face-to-face programme, but in approximately 14 hours a week, resulting in a longer duration of the total programme. The face-to-face programme has a limited amount of students that can enroll.
For admission in September (deadline July 1)
We will begin accepting applications on October 1 (both postgraduate face-to-face and online programme). We recommend that you apply as early as possible, as places in the face-to-face programme are limited.
Please note, if you need to apply for a visa, you should submit your application before April 1. This is only relevant if you want to apply for the face-to-face programme.
The absolute latest date by which we can receive and process your application for the face-to-face and the online programme is July 1.
Please note that the online programme is a part-time Master's programme, covering the same study load as the face-to-face programme, but in approximately 14 hours a week, resulting in a longer duration of the total programme. When registering for this online programme in Osiris, please choose 'part-time'. For the face-to-face variant, please choose 'full-time'.
For more information about the duration and flexibility of this Master’s programme please contact our administration.
For admission in February (deadline December 1)
We will begin accepting applications on July 1 (during this period, we only consider applications for the postgraduate online programme). We recommend that you apply as early as possible. The absolute latest date by which we can receive and process your application is December 1.
Please note that this online programme is a part-time master's programme, so please choose 'part-time' while registering in Osiris and Studielink.
For more information about the duration and flexibility of this Master’s programme please contact our administration.
Complete your application in time!
In addition to applying online, you are asked to send in a number of forms and documents. Please send everything well before the latest date of application. If your file is incomplete and/or your application fee has not been paid at that time, we will be unable to consider your application.
The following documents must be uploaded before the application deadline:
A scan of your diploma (if necessary with official translations) or Proof of anticipated degree
A scan of your transcript (if necessary with official translations)
Contact details of two referees Please ensure your referees fill in the required form prior to the application deadline.
A scan of your official English language test report or certificate.
Passport copy
Visit Studielink and complete the registration process. You can find all information on how to use Studielink here. After completing your Studielink application, you will receive login details for OSIRIS Online Application within 2 working days.
Apply via StudielinkPlease note: that for application for the online Master's programme, you must choose ‘part-time’ in the drop-down menu; for the face-to-face programme, choose ‘ full-time’.
After submitting your application to Studielink, you will receive an email with login details for OSIRIS Online Application. Here you can upload all required documents, check the status of your application, enter contact details of your referee(s) and pay your application fee.
After you upload all documents in OSIRIS, International Student Admissions will verify them and send them to the Graduate School for evaluation. We strive to inform you of our decision within 30 working days after the application deadline.
Selection procedure before admission
The Admissions Committee reviews all requests for admission and selects students that meet the entry requirements. The Admissions Committee also assesses whether you will be able to successfully complete the Master’s programme within the set time frame. This means the decision on your application is based on a thorough analysis.
You will receive a written notification of the decision of the Admissions Committee. You will also be notified when you are placed on waiting list and/or if you still have to fulfill certain conditions. If you have received a (conditional) letter of acceptance, we expect you to accept or decline the offer within two weeks.
After admission
Your admission letter will describe the next steps towards enrollment, and you will be asked to accept your offer. In most cases admission is conditional, which means you have to fulfill additional requirements such as sending certified digital copies or completing additional courses. These conditions, as well as the deadline, are clearly stated in your offer letter.
After accepting your offer, our Visa Office will guide you through the visa and/or residence permit process (if applicable).
When preparing your arrival prioritize the search for housing. Finding accommodation in Utrecht can be difficult and is often underestimated. Please note that if you have not found housing before the start of the academic year, we advise you to reconsider your enrolment.