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Microbiology

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  • University/Institute Name Radboud University
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration2 years
  • Application deadlineMay 2026
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Position Details (Master's)

Focus on the functioning of microorganisms and their potential to improve our health and the environment. This includes applications such as energy-efficient waste management or new vaccines. You will gain extensive experience in microbial research in this Microbiology program at Radboud University.

In this Microbiology specialisation at Radboud University , you will work on improving health and environment, by studying, applying, and manipulating microorganisms. You will study the interface between fundamental, applied and medical microbiology.

The program contains more than one year of academic research at a Microbiology research department, at the forefront in the areas of environmental, medical, and molecular microbiology.

You can choose to focus on one the following themes: Environmental Microbiology & Biotechnology, Immunology, Molecular Microbiology, Medical Microbiology & Virology.

Future career opportunities

The specialisation in Microbiology is an excellent preparation for a career in research, either in academia, at a governmental institute, or a company. Our students also apply their academic background in a more societal context, for example as policy officer, teacher, or consultant.

Courses include:

  • Microbial Physiology & Metabolism
  • Environmental Microbiology andBiotechnology
  • Microbial Cell Structure & Function
  • Host-microbe Interactions
  • Medical Microbiology

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date

Sep 2026