! Important notice: the possibility to enrol in the English-language track of the bachelor's programme in Medicine will be discontinued as of the academic year 2026-2027. International students can still be admitted to the Dutch-language bachelor's programme in Medicine, provided they successfully complete the selection process and meet the Dutch language requirements before the start of the programme. These requirements include the Staatsexamen Nt2 diploma (at least level II) or an equivalent certification.
Have you always been fascinated with the idea that you can help improve people’s health? Are you curious, with good interpersonal skills and can you work well in teams? Then a bachelor's in Medicine at Maastricht University might be the right thing for you. The Bachelor of Medicine has a focus on collaborative and self-regulation of learning.
Knowledge, skills and attitude are taught in combination, using authentic tasks from the professional field as the starting point for learning. The small scale of the classes ensures an active interaction with your fellow students and teachers. From day one you will be working on authentic professional tasks in small learning teams together with your fellow students and supported by a learning team coach. Your education at Maastricht University will prepare you for your future profession and guide you in your personal development.
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Ylana Sour (19) already knew halfway through secondary school that she wanted to be a paediatrician when she grew up. “When I was three or four years old, I had a bad experience with a doctor myself. I hope that later on, when I’m a doctor, I can show that it can be done differently.” Ylana is now in the first year of her Medicine degree.