Health, Ageing and Society (MSc)

Excellent ratings in ‘Keuzegids’ for master's HAS

The Keuzegids shares information about master’s programs. In addition to facts such as enrollment numbers, students also assess their own programs. Master's programs at LUMC/Leiden University receive both high praise and constructive feedback from students.

Alexandra Langers, Vice Dean of Education:
“We are very proud of the excellent evaluations. At the same time, we take the points for improvement seriously. Every day, we work hard at LUMC to provide the best education for our students.”

Keuzegids ratings of all master's programs at LUMC.

Health, Ageing & Society

The Health, Ageing and Society master's program stands out. It is an interdisciplinary, international, small-scale program that focuses on the biological, individual, and social aspects of healthy ageing. It emphasizes personal and professional development through skills training. The program is offered both full-time and part-time.

Students give excellent ratings for the atmosphere in the program. They also give high rates to the lecturers, assessments, and career preparation.

Jacobijn Gussekloo, Program Director:
“I am extremely proud of this glowing compliment we received from our students. It shows how valuable this program is to them. Students don’t just give you the highest possible scores. It’s wonderful to make this program such a success, together with the master’s team and our students. Strengthened by the expert and enthusiastic contributions of older adults to the program, we are training a future generation of policymakers, researchers, and healthcare professionals. With their knowledge and innovative skills, they will contribute to a more future-proof organization of healthcare and society.”

Pharmacy

The Pharmacy master’s program also receives positive evaluations. The pharmacist of the future is not only a medication expert but also a co-care provider. There is a growing need for pharmacists who are knowledgeable about pharmaceutical products and patient care. The Pharmacy master’s program in Leiden is specifically designed to meet this need. The program is rated as one of the best Pharmacy master’s programs in the Netherlands. While there is room for improvement in assessment, students give high marks for career preparation.

About the Keuzegids

The Keuzegids is an independent consumer guide that compares all (master’s) programs in the Netherlands. Many students take its evaluations into account when choosing a study program. The scores are based in part on student opinions from the National Student Survey (NSE), which students complete annually.

Also read the article on the Leiden University website.

Education at LUMC

The world of tomorrow: that’s what LUMC students are being prepared for. Education at LUMC is integrated with patient care and research. This way, students and healthcare professionals are exposed to the most current developments in both practice and science.

Read more about our (master’s) education.

Published in LUMC external Newsletter on 3 April 2025.