Master of Science in Biofabrication
Utrecht University
Key Information
Campus location
Utrecht, Netherlands
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
EUR 2,209 / per year *
Application deadline
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* EU/EEA, Surinam or Swiss students; €20,750: International students
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Introduction
Creating Functional Tissue Models with 3D Printing Technologies
Study 3D printing technology with a biomedical approach. Biofabrication combines advanced fabrication techniques with biological systems to prepare designed tissue constructs. You will be equipped with a toolbox to innovate within this multidisciplinary field and become an expert with a thorough understanding as well as the operational experience of processes such as 3D bioprinting, biomaterials, 3D cell culturing, computer models, and imaging.
Become an Expert in a Multidisciplinary Area of Research
Broaden your knowledge in a diverse range of fields such as physics, biology, medicine, robotics, and computer science. Few researchers entering the biofabrication field have been trained in such a diverse range of subjects. Do you want to become a truly multidisciplinary researcher? Biofabrication is a perfect fit.
We offer the opportunity to obtain a double degree in Australia by following courses and a research project in your second year or to gain international experience at various international research institutions across the globe.
"The opportunities in this program are quite unique, especially at a Master’s level".
Madison Ainsworth, alumnus
Program Outcome
Why you should study Biofabrication at Utrecht University
- Carry out two hands-on research projects at cutting-edge research groups.
- Familiarize yourself with innovative science and technology at the Utrecht Biofabrication Facility at the Utrecht Science Park and collaborate with scientists from various departments.
- Tailor your own curriculum to maximally benefit from the multiple educational options in Utrecht and Australia.
- Benefit from an extensive curriculum. Learn to design, plan, conduct, and communicate scientific research. Write a compelling research proposal and understand and apply knowledge, from biofabrication technology to (re)generating various tissues.
Curriculum
The program starts with an obligatory Introductory Course on regenerative medicine and technology and biofabrication. Here, besides theoretical courses, you will work in multidisciplinary teams on assignments and on a research proposal. In addition, students will be taken on field trips. Next, the remainder of the program can be followed in the desired order and will comprise:
- Major Research Project (Australia) 51
- Profile (Netherlands) 33
- Mandatory theoretical courses (Netherlands) 15
- Elective component (Netherlands) 3
- Elective component (Australia) 9
- Writing assignment (Netherlands) 7.5
- Life Sciences Academy (Netherlands) 1.5
We offer the opportunity to follow the two-year program in Utrecht with the possibility to go abroad for an internship.
Career Opportunities
As a graduate, you will have a strong research background in Biofabrication and a broad basic knowledge of the field, which enables you to pursue a career in academic (Ph.D.) or in industrial/commercial directions, including R&D, sales, a consultancy.
Your considerable research experience abroad and the obtained double degree will make you an attractive candidate for any Biofabrication-related position in the world.
Ph.D. Degree
If you aspire to a Ph.D. degree after finishing the Biofabrication program, you can enroll in the Ph.D. program Regenerative Medicine of the Graduate School of Life Sciences in Utrecht.