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Biomedical Sciences (MSc)

Career preparation

It’s a good idea to start thinking about your future (academic) career already during your study. Not sure yet which career you would like to pursue or how to find a suitable job? The master Biomedical Sciences and Leiden University offer different ways to prepare yourself for the job market.

Module Career orientation

One of the components of the master programme Biomedical Sciences is the module Career orientation. This unique module includes:

  • Assignments to get to know and reflect on your own skills, knowledge and preferences;
  • Lectures of alumni to learn what path your predecessors have taken;
  • Attendance of guest lectures, workshops and career events to familiarize yourself with the job market.

The ultimate goal of this module is to help you start your search for a job with confidence!

Career officer of Biomedical Sciences

If you need help with the planning of your master and choices in your master, you can contact our career officer. The career officer will personally guide you and advice you on your master planning, choice of specialisation, internships, future career and more.

Career services of Leiden University

Do you need more help finding the right job? The Career Service of Leiden University offers support if you have questions about your career, your personal profile, the job market and job applications. Career advisors can help you to plan your career, learn more about the job market and give form to your personal profile. Even in your first year after graduating the Career Services still can offer tips and advice for your future career.