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Bioscience Engineering - Cellular and Genetic Engineering
You are trained in fundamental biotechnology that will give you in-depth knowledge in areas as molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, nanobiology, physiologiy and immunology and its diverse applications. You also learn to place biotechnology in a social, economic and industrial context and to lead a social debate on biotechnology and genetic modification and their applications.
Erasmus Mundus Master of Science in Imaging and Light in Extended Reality
This two-year Erasmus Mundus Master of Science in Imaging and Light in Extended Reality programme from KU Leuven combining Imaging, Lighting and Information Technology, aims to educate students in advanced technologies, methodologies and practical applications so that they can meet the growing demands of industry and society.

Information Management
The Master of Information Management at KU Leuven offers non-technical training with emphasis on the efficient and effective application and management of information technology in business contexts such as finance, marketing, HR, production and logistics.

European Master in Radiation and its Effects on Microelectronics and Photonics Technologies
This two-year European Master in Radiation and its Effects on Microelectronics and Photonics Technologies programme from KU Leuven provides a multidisciplinary and innovative programme covering the interactions between Radiation and MicroElectronics and Photonics, two Key Enabling Technologies for the future of Europe.

Advanced Studies in Economics
The Master of Advanced Studies in Economics programme at KU Leuven provides you with theoretical and empirical tools to analyse concrete economic problems and acquaint them with current research practices in economics. For the student with an initial graduate economics degree, this course leads into frontiers of new research within economics.
Canon Law
The two-year Canon Law programme from KU Leuven focuses on the study of canon law and provides an introduction into the law of other religions (comparative law) and the study of capita selecta. The skills obtained will be applied during the internship and improved through personal research. This general experience will be reflected in a research paper.

Materials Engineering
The Master of Materials Engineering from KU Leuven recognizes that materials change the world. Each engineering design needs to be ‘materialised’: smart phones, implants, solar cells, aircrafts, cars, bridges, all of it.

Bioscience Engineering - Agro- and Ecosystems Engineering
This Bioscience Engineering - Agro- and Ecosystems Engineering programme from KU Leuven is dedicated to train the next generation of experts in the sustainable management and functioning of natural and agro-ecosystems, not only from a biophysical perspective but also from a wider socio-economic perspective.

Human Settlements
In an era of rapid change, space is an increasingly limited resource. The Master of Human Settlements addresses rapid urbanisation and contemporary urban transformations. Our intensive programme examines the multi-faceted challenges facing contemporary human settlements worldwide while helping you develop a critical and interpretative approach toward your own position within the field.

Statistics and Data Science
The Master of Statistics and Data Sciences will help you develop a problem-solving attitude and teach you how to apply statistical methodology. You'll be trained intensively in both the theoretical and practical aspects of statistics and data science.

Biomedical Engineering
Technology in contemporary medicine has evolved to where computers and other high-tech devices are essential in hospitals, rehabilitation centres and private medical practices. The Master in Biomedical Engineering was created to respond to the increased technological needs in healthcare and to provide more and better care with less people and to obtain cost-effectiveness in our healthcare systems.

Nanoscience, Nanotechnology and Nanoengineering
The Master of Nanoscience, Nanotechnology and Nanoengineering from KU Leuven examines phenomena on the atomic and molecular scales, where the structure of matter determines important electrical, optical and mechanical properties.

Research Master of Philosophy
The Research Master of Philosophy programme is primarily research-oriented and functions as a first step towards the doctoral programme. It focuses firmly on the development of high-level independent research. The programme allows you to concentrate on a particular field of study, supplemented by courses, seminars, and the oral defense of a research-based thesis.

Bioethics
The main objective of the Master of Science in Bioethics is to train highly qualified students for research work or professional activities in the domain of bioethics, an interdisciplinary field that studies value questions that arise in health care, public health and biomedical research.
EIT KIC Dual Degree Tracks in Sustainable Materials Engineering
This EIT KIC Dual Degree Tracks in Sustainable Materials Engineering MSc programme from KU Leuven stimulates innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership and focus on circular (eco)design.

Western Literature
The Master of Western Literature from KU Leuven offers an in-depth, intercultural, and comparative study of literature from different Western traditions and periods. Specialists in literatures in different languages and from almost a dozen national traditions introduce you to a broad range of theoretical and methodological perspectives.

Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy
The Master of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy is a highly specialised programme focusing on strong theoretical and scientific insight to provide expert, high-quality care in the field of rehabilitation sciences and physiotherapy. The programme trains graduates to conduct evidence-based practice in physiotherapy and to develop expertise in a specific domain of rehabilitation sciences.
European Master of Sustainable Food Systems Engineering, Technology and Business
This two-year European Master of Sustainable Food Systems Engineering, Technology and Business program from KU Leuven promotes a transversal and multidisciplinary approach to a broad range of topics related to the 4S-pillars: Science, Sustainability, Safety and Simulation.

Astronomy and Astrophysics
Taking advantage of generations of terrestrial and space-based instruments, the Master of Astronomy and Astrophysics trains students to study the origin, structure, and evolution of planets, stars, star systems, and the universe itself.

Advanced Studies in European Policies and Public Administration
This programme develops a course that prepares students for careers in governments, international bodies and research. With an explicit focus on European countries and the European Union, and the comparative aspect of research, MEPP is a rigorous and valuable course for individuals interested in the EU and Europe.