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Founded in 1614
In line with our rich academic tradition, the University of Groningen enjoys an international reputation as a leading research university.
Our wide range of high quality degree programmes covers the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels. Research and knowledge combined with an interdisciplinary approach form the basis of our programmes.
The university is utilizing its heritage to generate innovation. The degrees awarded have been accredited by the Dutch Government and are internationally acknowledged.
A truly international environment
The university offers a variety of degree programmes with English as the language of instruction. In addition to welcoming a large international student population, we maintain long-term partnerships with foreign universities around the world with similar high standards, participate in international networks and incorporate international themes in our programmes. We are proud of our Double Degree programmes and a great number of students use the extensive opportunities for exchange. The university is co-operating with universities in several developing countries, thereby contributing to the further development of academic teaching and research world-wide.
Studying at the University of Groningen
The university is home to over 22,500 students who are welcomed into an inspiring and stimulating atmosphere. Teaching is characterized by small groups and the encouragement of student input, leaving ample room for discussion, the generation of ideas and the creation of knowledge. In a work environment that rewards quality and achievement, the university offers balanced study and research paths that vary in intensity to encourage everyone to develop their individual talents.
- Bachelor’s / Master’s programmes
All our programmes are all grounded in research, giving students the opportunity to share in the best and latest knowledge. The seamless transition motivates many students to continue on to a related Master’s programme after successfully completing their three-year Bachelor’s degree. Master’s programmes last between one and two years. For those students with research as a special focal point, we offer two-year Master’s programmes associated with Graduate Schools. - Graduate Schools / PhD
With the purpose to ease the transition between the Master’s and PhD levels and produce graduates with strong research skills, the Graduate Schools create a supporting environment with scholars excelling in their expertise. Talented students can write their PhD proposal as part of their Master’s degree. In the four-year PhD programmes, students conduct their own research. The Graduate Schools provide a balanced mix of expert supervision, tailor-made postgraduate training and the freedom to pursue your own ideas within set research themes.
Graduate Schools in:
Astronomy / Atomic and Nuclear Physics / Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience / Biomolecular Science and Biotechnology / Chemistry and Chemical Engineering / Ecological and Evolutionary Studies / Economics and Business / Healthcare Research / Humanities / Law / Materials Science / Mathematics and Computing Science / Medical and Pharmaceutical Drug Innovation / Philosophy / Social Science / Spatial Science / Theology.
Faculty
| Number of Faculty Staff | Headcount: 3,385 FTE: 2,448 |  |
| Total number of academic faculty staff who are responsible for planning, directing and undertaking teaching only, research only or both teaching and research. Please include: vice-chancellors, deputy vice-chancellors, principals, professors, heads of school, associate professors, principal lecturers and tutors. Please exclude research assistants*, PhD students who contribute to teaching, and exchange scholars or visiting professors who are members of another university. *FAQ: How is research assistant defined? | ||
| Number of International Faculty Staff | Headcount: 429 FTE: 393 | |
| Number of academic faculty staff who are of foreign nationality. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even if from another EU state. In Hong Kong, this includes professors from Mainland China. Inclusion and exclusion mirrors those for academic faculty staff. | ||
Undergraduate Information
| Number of Undergraduate Students | Headcount: 17,151 FTE: 16,747 | |
| Number of students pursuing a Bachelor’s level or equivalent degree. This excludes certificates/diplomas and associate’s degrees. | ||
| Number of International Undergraduate Students | Headcount: 562 FTE: 557 | |
| Number of undergraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. Please exclude all exchange students. | ||
| Number of Inbound Exchange Undergraduate Students | Headcount: 381 FTE: 381 | |
| Number of undergraduate students attending your university on international exchange programs for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months. | ||
| Number of Outbound Exchange Undergraduate Students | Headcount: 673 FTE: 336 | |
| Number of undergraduate students registered at your institution who have attended another institution abroad for at least 1 semester on an exchange program in the last 12 months. | ||
| Average International Undergraduate Fees | € EUR 2,783 | |
| Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that an international student would be expected to pay for an undergraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees? | ||
| Average Domestic Undergraduate Fees | € EUR 1,550 | |
| Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for an undergraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees? | ||
Graduate / Postgraduate Information
| Number of Graduate / Postgraduate Students | Headcount: 6,727 FTE: 6,513 | |
| Students pursuing a higher-level degree (Master and Doctorate), including both taught and research postgraduates (e.g. PhD students) | ||
| Number of International Graduate Students | Headcount: 779 FTE: 777 | |
| Number of graduate / postgraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. | ||
| Number of Inbound Exchange Postgraduate Students | Headcount: 95 FTE: 95 | |
| Number of graduate / postgraduate students attending your university on international exchange programs for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months. | ||
| Number of Outbound Exchange Postgraduate Students | Headcount: 168 FTE: 84 | |
| Number of postgraduate students registered at your institution who have attended another institution on an exchange program for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months. | ||
| Average International Graduate / Postgraduate Fees | € EUR 7,145 | |
| Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that an international student would be expected to pay for a graduate / postgraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees? | ||
| Average Domestic Graduate / Postgraduate Fees | € EUR 2,255 | |
| Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for a graduate / postgraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees? | ||
Students
| Total Students | Headcount: 23,878 FTE: 23,260 | |
| Total number of students. | ||
| Total International Students | Headcount: 1,341 FTE: 1,335 | |
| Number of students who are foreign nationals. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. | ||
| Total Outbound Exchange Students | Headcount: 841 FTE: 420 | |
| Total number of students registered at your institution who have attended another institution on an exchange program for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months. | ||
| Total Inbound Exchange Students | Headcount: 476 FTE: 476 | |
| Total number of students attending your university on international exchange programs for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months. | ||
| Average International Student Fees | € EUR 5,513 | |
| Average tuition fees per year that an international student would be expected to pay for any course | ||
| Average Domestic Student Fees | € EUR 1,734 | |
| Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for any program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees? | ||
Graduate Output
| Proportion of Graduates Pursuing Further Study | 7% | |
| Proportion of graduates from undergraduate programs pursuing further study at your own institution or any other. | ||
| Proportion of Graduates Employed | 91% | |
| Proportion of graduates (excluding those opting to pursue further study) in permanent employment within 6 months of graduation | ||
| Number of PhDs Awarded | 336 | |
| Total number of PhDs awarded in the last 12 months | ||
Research Productivity & Quality
| Number of Papers | 11,978 | |
| Total number of papers published in ESI indexed journals in the past 5 years | ||
| Number of Citations | 154,761 | |
| Total number of citations for papers published in ESI indexed journals in the past 5 years | ||
Range of Fees
Bachelor's programmes: EUR 1,519 (EU/EEA citizen)- EUR 4,260 (non-EU/EEA citizen) per year
Master's programmes:
EUR 1,519 (EU/EEA citizen)
- EUR 8,345 (non-EU/EEA citizen) per year
Basic TOEFL/IELTS requirements
550-600 written version TOEFL
213 Computer version TOEFL
IELTS 6,0
Accommodation
International student houses,regular lodging for students, arrangements made through housing office
Accommodation Range
EUR 200-350 per month
Language Support
The Languge Centre of the university offers language courses at all levels, introductory courses and Dutch culture courses throughout the year
- Department of Academic Affairs
- Financial Planning & Control
- International Marketing and Communication
- International Service Desk
- Business/Management
- Business Studies - International Business & Management - Full Time
- International Economics & Business - Full Time
- Economics
- Econometrics - Full Time
- Economics - Full Time
- International Economics & Business - Full Time
Ubbo Emmius Programme. 12 available @ USD 1,240
Provides monthly funding for exceptional research students to cover living costs. International or home students can qualify.
Specialisation
Any PhD Research programme at Groningen
Application Process
Apply to university through form, further processes then undertaken
Application URL
http://www.rug.nl/Bureau/expertisecentra/azis/producten/sectieB/UbboE/index
Deadline
1st January 2006