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246 Master's degrees in Natural Sciences & Mathematics in Netherlands

Business Analytics and Operations Research
Learn to analyze data and apply analytical models in business. Use advanced mathematical methods in optimization, machine learning, and supply chain to solve complex problems. During the Master's, you will gain the skills to design innovative tools that improve decision-making. Choose a specialization: Business Analytics or Operations Research.
Biomedical Technology and Physics - Science in Society
There is an urgent need for professionals with an academic background in the natural and life sciences, who have knowledge of policy, management and entrepreneurship. Learn more with the Biomedical Technology and Physics - Science in Society programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
Neurobiology (Biomedical Sciences)
The Biomedical Sciences - Neurobiology of the University of Amsterdam is a challenging Master's programme. It is positioned at the interface between biology, psychology and philosophy. Your Master’s diploma qualifies for excellent positions both in- and outside the academia, anywhere in the world.
Biological Sciences - Evolution of Behaviour and Mind
The Biological Sciences - Evolution of Behaviour and Mind program at University of Amsterdam is for those interested in research on the behaviour of primates and other animals or work on the origins of Homo sapiens.

Medicinal Chemistry
Study all stages of drug development (discovery, design, development, targeted delivery), including the phases of drug activity relating to a drug’s formulation, analysis of its toxicity, and understanding of its pharmacokinetics and -dynamics with this Medicinal Chemistry course offered at Radboud University.

Biomolecular Sciences
Are you interested in the molecular mechanisms behind major health problems, such as cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer’s? What about their impact on antibiotics or food production? Yes? Then this Biomolecular Sciences MSc programme offered at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is for you.
Research in Physics Classical Quantum Information
This Master of Science in Research in Physics, Classical Quantum Information at Leiden University spans two years and is offered in a full-time format. The programme integrates physics with data science, equipping students with essential skills to handle both classical and quantum data effectively.
Physics and Astronomy - Astronomy and Astrophysics
The Physics and Astronomy - Astronomy and Astrophysics programme is a joint degree programme of the University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. As a student, you will therefore benefit from the expertise, networks and research projects at both universities. UvA and VU jointly issue a degree certificate to graduates.
Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
Converting this huge volume of data into real understanding is the basic challenge of Bioinformatics research. With the Bioinformatics and Systems Biology MSc programme offered at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam you become an expert in this field.
Biomolecular Sciences
Biomolecular sciences is a very internationally oriented research and business area that profits from a strong multidisciplinary expertise on genetics, microbiology, molecular (cell) biology, structural biology, biochemistry, and systems biology. The Biomolecular Sciences programme is offered by the University of Groningen.

Science in Society
Are you concerned about what is going on in the world? Do you have an interest in people, policies, science and society? In this Science in Society programme from Radboud University, you study the relevance of science in society using theoretical principles and practical examples.

Medical Epigenomics
In this Medical Epigenomics course at Radboud University, you’ll look at a cell as one big and complex system. You’ll study epigenetic mechanisms during development and disease from different angles. This includes studying DNA and RNA by next-generation sequencing (epigenomics) and analysing proteins by mass spectrometry (proteomics).

Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance
In the MSc Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance at University of Amsterdam you learn about financial and mathematical analysis of complex risk management and insurance topics. If your mind is on mathematics and finance and if you would like to help companies gain insight into the financial consequences of risks, this programme could be for you.

Science and Business Management
The programme enables graduates of bachelor’s programmes in the life- or natural sciences to combine their passions for science and business. The Science and Business Management programme at Utrecht University will equip you with the knowledge and tools to identify, manage, and overcome problems that arise in each phase of the innovation process.

Chemistry
The Chemistry programme from Leiden University is designed to let you follow your interest: focus on Chemistry for Health or Chemistry for Sustainability, and prepare yourself for a job as a researcher, a teacher, a communicator, or for a position in science-based business.

Mathematical Sciences
This research oriented Mathematical Sciences at Utrecht University will provide you with a rich toolkit of creative problem solving skills that will turn you into a desired scientist, both in and outside academia. You will dive deep into mathematics, develope genuine research skills in pure, applied and industrial areas and learn to think out of the box.

Physics
The Physics programme from Leiden University offers you a research intensive tailor-made study path on current topics in experimental and theoretical physics at an institute of international renown.
Astronomy
A Master's degree in Astronomy at University of Groningen is a gateway into a wide world of science and technology.
Clinical Neuropsychology
The Clinical Neuropsychology MSc programme offered by Leiden University focuses on fostering clinical and scientific skills based on a solid theoretical background as well as practical training in neuropsychology and (clinical) neuropsychological research.
Econometrics and Operations Research - Quantitative Logistics
The Econometrics and Operations Research - Quantitative Logistics course at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam equips you with cutting-edge methods and tools to tackle these challenges head-on.