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The Biophysics and Soft Matter track takes a physics-first approach to studying life and soft materials. Unlike biology- or chemistry-driven programs, it offers a strong foundation in theoretical modeling and quantitative analysis, giving you the tools to understand complex systems across scales. You will explore how cells move, how polymers behave, and how active matter organizes itself. Experimental techniques such as advanced microscopy, rheology, and scattering help you connect theory with real-world behavior.
You become part of the Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS), a leading interdisciplinary research center that brings together physicists, chemists, and biomedical engineers. This creates unique opportunities to apply your skills directly in fields like biomedical technology and sustainable materials. The track prepares you to create and control soft matter for applications in healthcare, nanotechnology, and more. You are part of the Brainport ecosystem, offering excellent career prospects after graduation.
Programme overview
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Biophysics and Soft Matter track takes a physics-first approach to studying life and soft materials. Unlike biology- or chemistry-driven programs, it offers a strong foundation in theoretical modeling and quantitative analysis, giving you the tools to understand complex systems across scales. You will explore how cells move, how polymers behave, and how active matter organizes itself. Experimental techniques such as advanced microscopy, rheology, and scattering help you connect theory with real-world behavior.
You become part of the Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS), a leading interdisciplinary research center that brings together physicists, chemists, and biomedical engineers. This creates unique opportunities to apply your skills directly in fields like biomedical technology and sustainable materials. The track prepares you to create and control soft matter for applications in healthcare, nanotechnology, and more. You are part of the Brainport ecosystem, offering excellent career prospects after graduation.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
61+
90+
176+
3+
English proficiency requirements TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Minimum overall score: 90
Minimum score per section: 21
Only TOEFL internet-based test (iBT) is accepted
All scores must be from one test date
MyBest Scores is not accepted
IELTS (Academic version)
Minimum overall score: 6.5
Minimum score per section: 6.0
All scores must be from one test date
IELTS online test is not accepted
IELTS One Skill Retake is not accepted
University of Cambridge
C2 Proficiency (CPE): overall score 180, minimum of 169 per section, or
C1 Advanced Certificate (CAE): overall score 176, minimum of 169 per section
All scores must be from one test date
LanguageCert Academic
Minimum overall score: 70
Minimum score per section: 65
All scores must be from one test date
Online tests are not accepted
Pearson PTE Academic
Minimum overall score: 61
Minimum score per section: 46
All scores must be from one test date
Online tests are not accepted
Note: No other language tests are accepted. Test results must be no older than 2 years.
2 Years
Sep
Domestic
2,601 EUR
International
21,000 EUR
Scholarships
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Master's track Biophysics and Soft Matter
De Zaale, Eindhoven, Netherlands
24 monthsProgramme duration
21,000 EURTuition Fee/year
Programme overview
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
You become part of the Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS), a leading interdisciplinary research center that brings together physicists, chemists, and biomedical engineers. This creates unique opportunities to apply your skills directly in fields like biomedical technology and sustainable materials. The track prepares you to create and control soft matter for applications in healthcare, nanotechnology, and more. You are part of the Brainport ecosystem, offering excellent career prospects after graduation.
Programme overview
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
You become part of the Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS), a leading interdisciplinary research center that brings together physicists, chemists, and biomedical engineers. This creates unique opportunities to apply your skills directly in fields like biomedical technology and sustainable materials. The track prepares you to create and control soft matter for applications in healthcare, nanotechnology, and more. You are part of the Brainport ecosystem, offering excellent career prospects after graduation.
Admission Requirements
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
IELTS (Academic version)
University of Cambridge
LanguageCert Academic
Pearson PTE Academic
Note: No other language tests are accepted. Test results must be no older than 2 years.
Domestic
International
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