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33 Master's degrees offered by the university
Nuclear Engineering
This master's program lets you explore all facets of nuclear technology and its applications, creating nuclear engineering experts in the broader sense. The program includes important areas of material science, with a particular interest in the fuel cycle, as well as radiation protection and nuclear measurements.

Communication Studies: Journalism and Media in Europe
This Journalism and Media in Europe MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is an academic master that prepares you to become a media and communications professional with a profound strategic and interdisciplinary understanding of journalism and media in a European context.

Chemistry
This Chemistry MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is for you if you're keen to specialise in the design of organic molecules, theoretical and quantum chemistry, or analytical and environmental chemistry. Combine inter-university research and multidisciplinary teaching in this advanced-level master's program.

Biology
This Biology MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) includes three graduation options. Each of these allows you to specialise in your research field of interest, while a broad range of electives provide the opportunity to maintain and develop a multidisciplinary scope.

Biomedical Engineering
This Biomedical Engineering MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) connects understanding body functions to finding solutions between fast-moving health technology and common health problems.
Civil Engineering
This Civil Engineering MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) offers a broad scientific basis in building material technology, modelling, design and construction of loadbearing structures, geotechnics and project construction management.
Research Master in Philosophy
This Research Master in Philosophy MRes program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is jointly organised by the Department of Philosophy of the University of Antwerp (UAntwerpen), the Department of Philosophy and Moral Science of Ghent University (UGent) and the Department of Philosophy and Moral Sciences of the Free University of Brusssels (VUB).

Multilingual Linguistics and Literary Studies
This Multilingual Linguistics and Literary Studies MA program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) allows you to specialise in two or more languages? Become a multilingual professional and dive into other languages and cultures!

International Business
This International Business MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is for you if you are looking for a master's degree with an international, multidisciplinary, hands-on and individual programme after obtaining your bachelor's degree in business economics, business administration or management.
Chemical and Materials Engineering
Throughout Chemical and Materials Engineering MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) this you'll learn all the skills to manage resources, energy and the environment in order to develop and produce novel materials and chemical commodities. Start building the future now!
Urban Studies
This Urban Studies MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) provides a strong interdisciplinary perspective on urban studies, allowing you to follow a core trajectory of shared courses and to enjoy the freedom to specialise by selecting from a large range of elective modules and courses.

Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management
This Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) offers both high-end theoretical courses and practical experience through laboratory and field training, discussion seminars, individual and group assignments and internships.

Molecular Biology
This Molecular Biology MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is a high-level scientific program with strong multidisciplinary courses that combine a theoretical formation with research-oriented skills. This two-year inter-university master of science in Molecular Biology is just the programme you’re looking for!

Gerontological Sciences
This Gerontological Sciences MRes program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is for you if you are you fascinated by the field of gerontology and ready to launch your academic career or prepare a PhD in this domain. Enrol in this research master to benefit from a perfect training trajectory that makes your academic dream come true!

Photonics Engineering
This Photonics Engineering MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) combines core photonics, advanced photonics electives with interdisciplinary modules such as physics and materials, business engineering and modeling. Bridge physics, engineering & photonics!

Political Science - European and International Governance
The Political Science - European and International Governance program at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) will allow Belgian and international students to acquire the skills and know-how needed for kickstarting a career in diplomacy, national and international institutions or related professional fields (such as lobbying, journalism, policy and academic research).
Disaster Medicine (EMDM)
The Disaster Medicine (EMDM) from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) provides health professionals with the know-how to provide high-quality medical care in austere environments.

Business and Technology
This Business and Technology MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is for you if are you interested in the technology sector, setting up an entrepreneurship and IT and innovation from an international perspective.
Electrical Engineering
This Electrical Engineering MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) combines a rigorous scientific and technical education with practical skills and encourages independence, creativity and inventiveness.
Manual Therapy
Manual Therapy deals with the diagnostic and therapeutic processes involved in impairments related to the functioning of the musculoskeletal system. As a practitioner looking to deepen your knowledge of rehabilitation science in a flexible way, this online course at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is for you!