Broadening Life Sciences

Broadening Life Sciences consists of two components; Life Sciences Seminars and Life Sciences Career Events. Both are essential for completing the module requirements, which conclude with a self-reflection. This programme offers valuable insights and opportunities to broaden your perspective on Life Sciences and explore various career options. Details about the Life Sciences Seminars and Career Events are provided below.

Life Sciences Seminars 

The seminars are designed to facilitate networking and knowledge exchange among peers and experts. Held monthly on the third Tuesday or Thursday from 16:00 to 17:00, these in-person seminars focus on broadening your understanding of the life sciences field through interactive discussions and presentations. As networking is a core component, these seminars are not available via live stream.

To complete this section, you must attend at least seven seminars. Five of these must be organised by the GSLS, while two can be attended elsewhere. For seminars outside the GSLS, you will need approval from your Master's coordinator.

Schedule Life Sciences Seminars 2025-2026

Life Sciences Career Events

These events are tailored to help you explore career options and prepare for the job market. During your studies you will follow at least two career events. These can be the webinars organised by the GSLS, workshops during the Career Days, an individual conversation with a career officer, but there are also opportunities within Utrecht University. For example, the workshops Exploring the Job Market and Networking, Master's Programme and Career, and Self-analysis for Career Orientation are good options. We also encourage you to attend the BCF Career event. Are you going to another interesting career event and are you unsure whether you can use it for your track list? Check with us or your programme coordinator.

To complete this section, you must attend at least two career events. 

Themes Life Sciences Career Webinars 2025/2026

The webinars feature GSLS alumni and cover themes such as career paths in different sectors, job search strategies, and interview preparation. These online sessions occur at various times and dates, with details provided for each event.

Life Sciences Career Days​ 2026 

Life Sciences Career days are an immersive event designed to connect you with industry professionals and alumni, offering valuable insights into career opportunities and trends in the field. Through a series of workshops, and alumni talks, you will gain practical knowledge and build connections to help launch your career in life sciences.

Requirements for passing Broadening Life Sciences

To pass Part C of the Life Sciences Academy, you need to submit:

  • A list of 7 attended seminars and 2 attended career events.
  • A self-reflection document (max 3 A4 pages) summarizing the knowledge gained from these activities.

Submit your reflection to your programme (or track) coordinator. They will be evaluate on a pass/fail basis. You can find the self-reflection assignment here and also on the Life Sciences Academy online environment.

We expect you to keep your own administration. To facilitate this, a confirmation email will be sent after successfully submitting the registration form.