Open Enrolment Semester Programmes
Public Health & Medicine in Europe Europeans enjoy some of the highest quality and most affordable health care in the world. However, European health systems are under more pressure than ever due to an ageing and expanding population and shrinking public resources, among others. Innovations in technology and medical research, collaboration and a focus on sustainable health care solutions are at the heart of tackling these issues. During this programme, students gain a greater understanding of public health policies and medical practice in Europe. They examine attitudes to health in various European countries and compare health care systems with more market-driven ones, such as in the United States. Students can also deepen their knowledge of biomedical sciences and develop practical and clinical skills. The Netherlands is consistently positioned at the top of global health rankings and known for controversial medical practices, such as legalised euthanasia and medical marijuana. Maastricht is the perfect location to examine these and other modern health care policies and challenges. With Germany and Belgium so close by, cross-border health options and different approaches are a daily reality for patient and health care providers alike.
World-class medical faculty and European public health programme Students are directly enrolled at Maastricht University (UM) and able to take classes at the prestigious Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (FHML) , the Center for European Studies (CES) and the highly-acclaimed Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE).
Every student enrols in a CES core course, which combines strong academics, integrated field trips and unique hands-on experiences. During this course, students can undertake an Independent Study Project (ISP). A complete course overview can be found on the CES website.
Integrated academic and cultural experiences Introduction The programme starts with a two-week introduction, which includes CES services, the Dutch Discovery Trip, a tour of Maastricht and the surrounding area, UM orientation, a ProblemBased Learning (PBL) workshop, a cultural awareness lecture and integration into Dutch student life. Dutch Discovery Trip Our Dutch Discovery Trip is an exciting journey through the Netherlands, where students will immerse themselves in culture, history and unique experiences at iconic sites such as Kinderdijk. Paris Cultural Weekend Students will discover the grand boulevards and renowned architecture of the City of Light, and experience its rich history, artistic beauty and cuisine. Belgian Day Trip This trip is filled with exploration and charm. After witnessing some of nature’s most stunning underground treasures at the Caves of Han, students will travel to the rolling countryside for a guided tour of the historic Val-Dieu Abbey.
Courses Students can choose from more than 400 bachelor-level courses taught in English at UM. At least half of the courses should be selected from the programme-related majors below. Majors • Chemistry
• European Public Health • Genetics
• Human Biology
• Medicine
• Physiology
• Nutrition
CES coordinators help students select courses to suit their academic goals. They guide them through the academic process and work with them to build a personalised curriculum.
“ The courses I took in this programme deepened my interest in health care and medicine. I believe I will be a stronger, more well-rounded health care provider because of the content, discussions and people who made up the programme.” Hope Barrett, Case Western Reserve University