Health Food Innovation Management
Maastricht University offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Health & Medicine in Maastricht, ranked #131 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- English tests
- IELTS 6.5 · TOEFL iBT 90
- Deadline
- 1 Jun 2026
- Apply via
- studielink
What it costs
Plan for roughly €45k–€48k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Maastricht student life.
Living in Maastricht →
What you'll study
120 ECTS over 24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Health Food Innovation Management. Master in Health & Welfare at Maastricht University, Maastricht, NL. Taught in English.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#131
- Times Higher Education 2025#132
- QS World 2025#230
- THE — Clinical Pre Clinical Health 2026#61
- QS — Medicine 2025#68
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 Maastricht University
Worth comparing
Same field, similar entry tier. Most applicants apply to 3–5.
Common questions
Is Health Food Innovation Management at Maastricht University taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English. Non-native speakers need IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90 (minimum).
How much does Health Food Innovation Management at Maastricht University cost?
International tuition is €25,100 per year. Over the full 24-month programme that's roughly €50,200 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at Maastricht University?
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.
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 Jun 2026. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Maastricht University good for Health & Medicine?
Maastricht University ranks #61 in Clinical Pre Clinical Health (THE 2026).
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