University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
A research university in the northern Netherlands with many English-taught master's.
- Art, Design & Media
- Business & Management
- Computer Science & IT
- +7
228 programmesView university
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Study in Netherlands
The Netherlands has twelve provinces; North and South Holland are home to its three largest cities, Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague, which is why many people call the whole country Holland. Its universities offer one of the widest choices of English-taught programmes in Europe.
FindMyUni lists 1,499 English-taught programmes at 52 universities in Netherlands (388 bachelor's, 1,109 master's, 2 PhD).
Featured universities in Netherlands
All 52 universities
UvA University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Art, Design & Media
- Business & Management
- Computer Science & IT
- +7
211 programmesView university
VU Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Art, Design & Media
- Business & Management
- Computer Science & IT
- +7
175 programmesView university
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
- Business & Management
- Engineering & Technology
- Environment & Agriculture
- +4
113 programmesView university
Maastricht University
Maastricht, Netherlands
- Art, Design & Media
- Business & Management
- Computer Science & IT
- +7
75 programmesView university
Radboud University
Nijmegen, Netherlands
- Art, Design & Media
- Business & Management
- Computer Science & IT
- +7
58 programmesView university
Tuition fees and cost of living in Netherlands
EU students pay around €2,600 a year. Fees for non-EU students vary by university and programme: bachelor's degrees typically cost €6,000 to €15,000 a year and master's €13,000 to €20,000.
Scholarships to study in Netherlands
- NL Scholarship — €5,000 in the first year of study (not a full-tuition scholarship).
Top reasons to study in Netherlands
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Wide choice in English
Many bachelor's and master's programmes are taught in English.
- 2
English-speaking workforce
Employers are used to international staff.
- 3
International companies
Many global groups have their European headquarters here.
Student life in Netherlands
Amsterdam Schiphol is one of Europe's busiest airports, and trains make it easy to reach Germany and Belgium. Like most students, you will probably buy a bike soon after arriving.
Working after graduation
The orientation year permit is valid for 1 year. You can apply within 3 years of graduating from an accredited Dutch bachelor's or master's programme, and you may work freely without a work permit (TWV).
Some of the world's largest companies are Dutch, and many international groups run their European operations from the Netherlands. With high English proficiency and a welcoming attitude to foreign staff, graduates have good chances of finding work.
Visa and English requirements
Non-EU students usually need a residence permit for study; in most cases your Dutch university applies for it on your behalf.
Requirements vary by faculty; check the programme page.
How to apply
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Apply via Studielink and the university
Deadlines for non-EU applicants are often between January and May.
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University applies for your residence permit
Dutch universities usually start the residence permit procedure on your behalf.
Study programmes in Netherlands
All 1,499 programmes
MScMaster's
MSc Accountancy
Tilburg UniversityTilburg, Netherlands
1 year60 ECTSFull-timeOn campusEnglish
MasterMaster's
Master Accounting and Control
VU AmsterdamAmsterdam, Netherlands
1 year60 ECTSFull-timeOn campusEnglish
BScBachelor's
BSc Aerospace Engineering
Delft University of TechnologyDelft, Netherlands
3 years180 ECTSFull-timeOn campusEnglish
MScMaster's
MSc Aerospace Engineering
Delft University of TechnologyDelft, Netherlands
2 years120 ECTSFull-timeOn campusEnglish
MAMaster's
MA African Studies
Leiden UniversityLeiden, Netherlands
1 year60 ECTSFull-timeOn campusEnglish
Programmes by discipline
Student cities in Netherlands
- Study in Amsterdam432 programmes
- Study in Groningen258 programmes
- Study in Leiden114 programmes
- Study in Maastricht84 programmes
- Study in Enschede65 programmes
- Study in Nijmegen56 programmes
- Study in Apeldoorn55 programmes
- Study in Eindhoven53 programmes
- Study in Wageningen52 programmes
- Study in Utrecht50 programmes
- Study in Delft45 programmes
- Study in Arnhem42 programmes
- Study in Rotterdam33 programmes
- Study in The Hague31 programmes
- Study in Breda29 programmes
- Study in Leeuwarden24 programmes
- Study in Tilburg18 programmes
- Study in Vlissingen11 programmes
- Study in Dronten8 programmes
- Study in Haarlem7 programmes
Guides for Netherlands
Studying in Netherlands: common questions
Can I study in Netherlands in English?
Yes. FindMyUni lists 1,499 English-taught programmes at 52 universities in Netherlands (388 bachelor's, 1,109 master's, 2 PhD).
How much does it cost to study in Netherlands?
EU students pay around €2,600 a year. Fees for non-EU students vary by university and programme: bachelor's degrees typically cost €6,000 to €15,000 a year and master's €13,000 to €20,000.
Which universities in Netherlands offer the most English-taught programmes?
University of Groningen, UvA University of Amsterdam, VU Amsterdam, Leiden University, Maastricht University. FindMyUni lists 52 universities in Netherlands in total.
Which cities in Netherlands have the most English-taught programmes?
Amsterdam (432), Groningen (258), Leiden (114), Maastricht (84), Enschede (65).
Can I work in the Netherlands after graduating?
Yes. The orientation year permit lasts 1 year and lets you work freely.
Universities in Netherlands
Search universities & programmes in Netherlands · University rankings for Netherlands
- University of Groningen · 228 programmes
- UvA University of Amsterdam · 211 programmes
- VU Amsterdam · 175 programmes
- Leiden University · 113 programmes
- Maastricht University · 75 programmes
- Radboud University · 58 programmes
- Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences · 55 programmes
- Wageningen University & Research · 53 programmes
- University of Twente · 49 programmes
- Delft University of Technology · 42 programmes
- Eindhoven University of Technology · 39 programmes
- Utrecht University · 34 programmes
- Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen · 31 programmes
- Breda University of Applied Sciences · 23 programmes
- Amsterdam University of the Arts · 21 programmes
- ArtEZ University of the Arts · 20 programmes
- NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences · 19 programmes
- Saxion University of Applied Sciences · 19 programmes
- HAN University of Applied Sciences · 17 programmes
- Erasmus University Rotterdam · 15 programmes
- Aeres University of Applied Sciences · 14 programmes
- HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht · 14 programmes
- The Hague University of Applied Sciences · 14 programmes
- University of the Arts The Hague · 14 programmes
- Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences · 13 programmes
- Tilburg University · 12 programmes
- Zuyd University of Applied Sciences · 12 programmes
- HZ University of Applied Sciences · 11 programmes
- VHL University of Applied Sciences · 9 programmes
- Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences · 8 programmes
- Design Academy Eindhoven · 8 programmes
- Fontys University of Applied Sciences · 8 programmes
- Avans University of Applied Sciences · 6 programmes
- IHE Delft Institute for Water Education · 6 programmes
- Inholland University of Applied Sciences · 6 programmes
- SRH Haarlem University of Applied Sciences · 6 programmes
- TIAS School for Business and Society · 6 programmes
- Business School Netherlands · 5 programmes
- Codarts University for the Arts · 5 programmes
- Nyenrode Business University · 5 programmes
- Tio Business School · 5 programmes
- Gerrit Rietveld Academy · 3 programmes
- Windesheim University of Applied Sciences · 3 programmes
- HAS Green Academy · 2 programmes
- Hotelschool The Hague · 2 programmes
- Protestant Theological University · 2 programmes
- Unknown University of Applied Sciences · 2 programmes
- Amsterdam Fashion Academy · 1 programme
- HKU University of the Arts Utrecht · 1 programme
- Team Academy - International School For Entrepreneurship · 1 programme
- THIM University of Applied Sciences in Physiotherapy · 1 programme
- University of Applied Sciences Leiden · 1 programme
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