Master Health Ageing and Society

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The one-year international master programme Health, Ageing & Society is intended for students who are widely interested in causes and effects of human ageing.

19/10/2026

Meet our new Student Ambassadors!

With a background in dentistry, Hamidreza has always been passionate about improving health and well-being. Through HAS, he is broadening his perspective on healthcare, exploring the challenges of healthy ageing, health inequalities and the social factors that shape health throughout life.

As a Student Ambassador, Hamidreza looks forward to sharing his experiences and helping prospective students discover what makes HAS a unique and interdisciplinary programme.

Interested in studying HAS? Feel free to reach out and learn more about his experience!

Meet our new Student Ambassadors!

With a background in Sociology, Sten has always been passionate about inequality, health and society.

Through HAS, Sten wants to discover his passion for health and the elderly, while learning about the biological, psychological and societal aspects of ageing.

As a Student Ambassador, Sten looks forward to helping prospective student discover what makes HAS such a unique Master, as well as sharing his enthusiasm about the program.

Interested in studying HAS? Feel free to reach out and learn more about his experience!

22/09/2026

From HAS students to HAS professionals! 🎓✨

On Monday, September 21, we celebrated the graduation of our part-time and full-time students. What a joy to see everyone together!

The laudations showed just how different their paths are: from wishing cellular science could last twice as long to finding a passion for the organization of care. Some graduates have already found a job; others are still looking for the perfect fit. We can’t wait to see where you all go next.

We’re so proud of how much you’ve grown. Congratulations, graduates! 💙

A big thank-you to the master’s team for organizing the celebration and to our photographer for capturing it. 📸

Graduates: what was your favourite HAS memory? Tell us in the comments! 👇

18/09/2026

New junior lecturers alert! 🚨

This week, we welcomed two new junior lecturers to the Master HAS team!

Both will be involved (mostly) in our full-time education. Megan will be diving into all kinds of research, while Annegien will be working behind the scenes to organize and prepare everything for our education.

We’re very happy to have you both on board. Welcome to the Master HAS team, Megan & Annegien! 💙

04/09/2026

🏥✨ Nursing home visit at Aafje Rehabilitation Centre!

During our visit to Aafje, we got an insightful tour from Kelly, a geriatric physiotherapist. She showed us around the rehabilitation centre and shared more about her work with elderly patients and the important role of physiotherapy in their recovery. 💪

We also got to experience how VR glasses can be used during rehabilitation. 🥽 Through virtual reality, exercises can become more interactive and enjoyable, helping motivate people to stay active and keep moving.

A great opportunity to see how healthcare, physiotherapy and technology come together in practice! 🙌

20/08/2026

Throwback Thursday🌞

Looking back on a year filled with learning, new experiences and great memories with the Health, Ageing and Society cohort of 2025–2026.

From starting the programme with Future Perspectives, including getting to know each other over ice cream, to exploring healthcare and ageing beyond the classroom during our study trip to Brussels and Ghent.

During the orientation visits, students also had the opportunity to get a closer look at different organisations and areas of practice, including a visit to Incluzio Leiden. These visits offered valuable insights into how health, care and wellbeing are organised in practice.

We also celebrated a very special milestone: 10 years of the Master Health, Ageing and Society during our anniversary lustrum party.

Throughout the year, our co-creation sessions brought students, older individuals and professionals together to exchange perspectives, learn from one another and develop new ideas.

A year full of connection, collaboration and memorable moments. Here’s to cohort 2025–2026!

18/08/2026

One of the unique aspects of the Master’s Health, Ageing & Society is the Individual Learning Project (ILP). During the ILP, students design their own learning experience by exploring a topic they are passionate about and developing skills beyond the classroom. For her ILP Miranda volunteered at the recreation home department at Astoria retirement home in Vancouver. She developed social and communication skills and build personal connections with the residents. What surprised her the most? The variation in personalities and physical abilities among the residents. Curious about her experience, why she choose this, and her answer to the dilemma? Swipe through to discover her ILP journey! 👉

11/08/2026

Summer is the perfect time to slow down, enjoy the sunshine and discover something new!🎧

Whether you’re relaxing in the park, travelling, going for a walk or simply enjoying a quiet summer morning, a good podcast makes the perfect companion. We’ve put together some of our favourite podcast tips on health, ageing and everything in between.

And of course, Oud & Goud deserves a spot on the summer listening list too! 💛

What are you listening to this summer?

31/07/2026

The final month of summer break starts tomorrow!

Can you crack the crossword before the video ends? 🧩

Hint: new academic year…

Applications for our master’s programme are still open for free admissible bachelors. Don’t miss your chance! 👩‍💻

17/07/2026

Behind the Scenes of the 6th episode of Oud&Goud!

In this episode, we’re diving into the organization of the healthcare system, how it works, the challenges it faces, and the opportunities ahead.

👀 Here’s a sneak peek behind the scenes! If you’re curious about what we had to say, go give it a listen! 🎧

&Goud

21/05/2026

The question of the day: “If I were 21 again, I would…”

As students we can learn a lot from the older generation. That’s why different older individuals share their life lessons with us.

For Willemien (77) “If I were 21 again, I would pursue my dreams.” 🤩

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