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Cracking the code of living systems

Bioinformatics and Systems Biology (joint degree VU/UvA)

Skilled in scientific research

When you successfully complete the programme, you will be in high demand. In your future job, you will extensively use the skills you acquired during the Master's programme.

You have the option to pursue a career in bioinformatics and systems biology, which is what 60 percent of our graduates do. Alternatively, you can apply the skills you acquired during the Master's programme in related fields, such as biotechnology, data science, healthcare or finance.


VU Online Master's Event

Thursday 26 November 2026

What can you do after your Master's degree?

Following a PhD programme


If you don't start working you can also decide to continue expanding your knowledge and apply for a PhD position.

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With a Master’s degree in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology, you are versatile. The qualities you have developed during the programme are relevant in many different positions, and you will have obtained many interdisciplinary and transferrable skills.

Where did our students end up?

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