Technical Medicine (joint degree)
Delft University of Technology offers this 36-month English-taught master's in Health & Medicine in Delft, ranked #57 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
Entry bar: moderate. Driven by GPA floor 75% and specific prior degree.
- GPA / grades
- 75%(percentage)
- English requirement
- Dutch and English. The theoretical MSc programme will be taught in Dutch (with incidental English), while the skills training and communication in the clinic will be in Dutch.
- Prior degree
- BSc degree from a Dutch university in Clinical Technology (Klinische Technologie/Technische Geneeskunde); Dutch-speaking students with limited deficiencies can apply for a bridging programme
- Deadline
- 1 Apr 2027
- Apply via
- studielink
What it costs
Plan for roughly €49k–€52k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Delft student life.
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What you'll study
180 ECTS over 36 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
The Delft University of Technology offers a unique interdisciplinary joint-degree Master programme in technical medicine together with Leiden University, Erasmus University Rotterdam and their academic medical centers.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#57
- QS World 2025#49
- Times Higher Education 2025#56
- THE — Clinical Pre Clinical Health 2026#201
- QS — Medicine 2025#359
Visa & life in the Netherlands
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a residence permit (VVR), arranged by the university on your behalf. EU students only need to register with the local municipality.
- Post-study work
- Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa — 12 months to find skilled work after graduation. No employer sponsorship needed during this period.
- Tuition
- Statutory fee around €2,500/yr for EU students; institutional fees for non-EU students typically range €14,000–26,000/yr depending on the field.
- Scholarships
- Holland Scholarship (€5,000), university-specific funds such as the Amsterdam Excellence and Justus & Louise van Effen scholarships, plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Delft University of Technology
Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands serves 24,703 students across 32 master's programs, with particular strength in engineering, natural sciences, and health & medicine. The university ranks 49th overall in the QS World Rankings 2025, with engineering placing 13th and computer science 50th in subject-specific assessments.
Worth comparing
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Common questions
What GPA do I need for Technical Medicine (joint degree) at Delft University of Technology?
Admission requires a GPA of 75% on the percentage scale.
Is Technical Medicine (joint degree) at Delft University of Technology taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
How much does Technical Medicine (joint degree) at Delft University of Technology cost?
International tuition is €25,633 per year. Over the full 36-month programme that's roughly €76,899 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at Delft University of Technology?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota. Based on the published requirements (GPA floor 75%, specific prior degree), the entry bar here is moderate.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in the Netherlands after graduating?
Yes. The Netherlands offers a one-year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) residence permit to graduates of Dutch universities, letting you live and work in the country while looking for a job — no sponsor required during that year.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 1 Apr 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Delft University of Technology good for Health & Medicine?
Delft University of Technology ranks #201 in Clinical Pre Clinical Health (THE 2026).
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