Education

The Faculty of Health Medicine and Life Sciences (FHML), Maastricht University, wants its graduates to be academic thinking and adaptive professionals who are lifelong learners and have a broad, state-of-the-art view on health and health care.

Students are therefore prepared for a future in which they can successfully function in the health-related work field and/or academic arena, in an international society that is continually subject to demographic, technological, societal and scientific  changes.

With state-of-the-art and innovative educational concepts FHML attracts students from the Netherlands and abroad. Emphasis is always on building bridges to real-life practice. To this purpose, sound education is combined with practical training and insight into state-of-the-art developments in health and research. With its programs FHML aspires to reach the top of European education.

Biochemistry and Education

Education of Biochemistry is incorporated in various studies at Maastricht University, including bachelor and master’s in medicine, and Biomedical Sciences. Staff members of the department of Biochemistry fulfill roles as lecturer, tutor, mentor, coach and are involved in the development of educational programs as members and coordinators. The overall vision of the Department of Biochemistry is that highly trained and experienced scientists should teach Biochemistry with enthusiasm and motivate students in problem solving and conceptual academic thinking. Furthermore, the Department of Biochemistry facilitates practical internal ships for various studies at Maastricht University, as well as for students from intermediate vocational training (MBO) or Higher Vocational Education (HBO).