Maastricht University (UM) is an innovative, research-oriented and the most international university in the Netherlands. UM offers academic programmes on a wide range of themes, including Arts & Culture, Behavioural and Political Sciences, Business and Economics, Health and Life Sciences, Law, Science and Engineering and Knowledge Engineering. Our educational methods are based on developing research skills, self-reliance and an international profile. UM stands out for its:
•Strong international orientation, coupled with a firm rooting in the region
•Integrated and multidisciplinary approach to education and research
About Maastricht University
Maastricht University (UM) is an innovative, research-oriented and the most international university in the Netherlands. UM offers academic programmes on a wide range of themes, including Arts & Culture, Behavioural and Political Sciences, Business and Economics, Health and Life Sciences, Law, Science and Engineering and Knowledge Engineering. Our educational methods are based on developing research skills, self-reliance and an international profile. UM stands out for its:
•Strong international orientation, coupled with a firm rooting in the region
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Maastricht University (UM) is known for its Problem-Based Learning system and international orientation. Our small-scale ‘international classroom’ brings together people from all over the world who have different backgrounds and perspectives. And it’s these very differences that make the UM learning experience unique.
Our bachelor\'s programmes, too, are internationally oriented. They are focused on helping students get the best out of themselves and preparing them as well as possible for their future career, be it in Maastricht or anywhere else in the world. Together with the many study-abroad opportunities enjoyed by our students, this makes studying at UM a truly international experience.
In today’s world, issues and problems are too complex to be understood from a narrow perspective. At Maastricht University education and research programmes are not bound by disciplinary or national frontiers. UM offers a broad range of interesting programmes - many of these are unique in the Netherlands and Europe. Most are taught in English and are internationally oriented. The university also offers PhD programmes, courses for postgraduates and professionals, as well as tailored programmes.Maastricht University offers PhD programmes to holders of a master’s diploma, and we offer research master's programmes which lead directly into a PhD programme. There are a limited number of places available in any department, so we are quite selective in the process of recruiting new PhD candidates. Programme lengths vary according to discipline, usually taking four or more years to complete. All programmes culminate in the writing, publication and defence of a thesis or dissertation.PhD training programmes are offered through Maastricht University’s graduate schools and research institutes. These programmes also include a number of courses that PhD candidates can take both as a part of their training programmes and as optional short courses.
Maastricht University
Minderbroedersberg 4-6, Maastricht, NL, Maastricht Netherlands
# 278QS World University Rankings
8Undergraduate programs
64Postgraduate programs
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Maastricht University (UM) is an innovative, research-oriented and the most international university in the Netherlands. UM offers academic programmes on a wide range of themes, including Arts & Culture, Behavioural and Political Sciences, Business and Economics, Health and Life Sciences, Law, Science and Engineering and Knowledge Engineering. Our educational methods are based on developing research skills, self-reliance and an international profile. UM stands out for its:
•Strong international orientation, coupled with a firm rooting in the region
•Innovating teaching model: Problem-Based Learning
•Integrated and multidisciplinary approach to education and research
About Maastricht University
Maastricht University (UM) is an innovative, research-oriented and the most international university in the Netherlands. UM offers academic programmes on a wide range of themes, including Arts & Culture, Behavioural and Political Sciences, Business and Economics, Health and Life Sciences, Law, Science and Engineering and Knowledge Engineering. Our educational methods are based on developing research skills, self-reliance and an international profile. UM stands out for its:
•Strong international orientation, coupled with a firm rooting in the region
•Innovating teaching model: Problem-Based Learning
•Integrated and multidisciplinary approach to education and research
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Tuition fee and scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Rankings & ratings
Maastricht University is one of the top public universities in Maastricht, Netherlands. It is ranked #278 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
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Maastricht University (UM) is known for its Problem-Based Learning system and international orientation. Our small-scale ‘international classroom’ brings together people from all over the world who have different backgrounds and perspectives. And it’s these very differences that make the UM learning experience unique.
Our bachelor\'s programmes, too, are internationally oriented. They are focused on helping students get the best out of themselves and preparing them as well as possible for their future career, be it in Maastricht or anywhere else in the world. Together with the many study-abroad opportunities enjoyed by our students, this makes studying at UM a truly international experience.
Arts and Humanities (5)
Arts and Culture
Business & Management (5)
International Business
Engineering and Technology (5)
Data Science and Knowledge Engineering
Life Sciences and Medicine (5)
Biomedical Sciences
Social Sciences and Management (5)
Economics and Business Economics
European Law School
European Public Health
European Studies
In today’s world, issues and problems are too complex to be understood from a narrow perspective. At Maastricht University education and research programmes are not bound by disciplinary or national frontiers. UM offers a broad range of interesting programmes - many of these are unique in the Netherlands and Europe. Most are taught in English and are internationally oriented. The university also offers PhD programmes, courses for postgraduates and professionals, as well as tailored programmes.Maastricht University offers PhD programmes to holders of a master’s diploma, and we offer research master's programmes which lead directly into a PhD programme. There are a limited number of places available in any department, so we are quite selective in the process of recruiting new PhD candidates. Programme lengths vary according to discipline, usually taking four or more years to complete. All programmes culminate in the writing, publication and defence of a thesis or dissertation.PhD training programmes are offered through Maastricht University’s graduate schools and research institutes. These programmes also include a number of courses that PhD candidates can take both as a part of their training programmes and as optional short courses.
Arts and Humanities (6)
Human Decision Science (Taught)
Human Movement Sciences (Taught)
Human Movement Sciences (Taught)
Learning and Development in Organisations (Taught)
Work, Health and Career (Taught)
Work, Health and Career (Taught)
Business & Management (6)
Business Intelligence and Smart Services (Taught)
International Business (Accountancy) (Taught)
International Business (Controlling) (Taught)
International Business (Entrepreneurship & SME Management) (Taught)
International Business (Information Management and Business Intelligence) (Taught)
International Business (Marketing-Finance) (Taught)
International Business (Organisation: Management, Change and Consultancy) (Taught)
International Business (Strategic Corporate Finance) (Taught)
International Business (Strategic Marketing) (Taught)
International Business (Strategy and Innovation) (Taught)
International Business (Supply Chain Management) (Taught)
International Business (Sustainable Finance) (Taught)
International Executive Master of Auditing (Taught)
International Executive Master of Finance and Control (Taught)
Engineering and Technology (6)
Artificial Intelligence (Taught)
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Biomedical Sciences (Taught)
Epidemiology (Taught)
Epidemiology (Taught)
Forensic Psychology (Taught)
Psychology (Cognitive Neuroscience) (Taught)
Psychology (Developmental Psychology) (Taught)
Psychology (Health and Social Psychology) (Taught)
Psychology (Legal Psychology) (Taught)
Psychology (Neuropsychology) (Taught)
Psychology (Work and Organisational Psychology) (Taught)
Systems Biology (Taught)
Natural Sciences (6)
Biobased Materials (Taught)
Sustainability Science and Policy (Taught)
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Advanced Master in Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management (Taught)
Advanced Master in Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management (Taught)
Advanced Master in Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management (Taught)
Advanced Master in Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management (Taught)
Data Science for Decision Making (Taught)
Economics (Taught)
Economics and Strategy in Emerging Markets (Taught)
European Law School (Taught)
European Public Affairs (Taught)
European Studies (Taught)
European Studies on Society, Science and Technology (Taught)
Financial Economics (Taught)
Fiscal Economics (Taught)
Forensics, Criminology and Law (Taught)
Global Health (Taught)
Globalisation and Development Studies (Taught)
Globalisation and Law (Taught)
Governance and Leadership in European Public Health (Taught)
Health Education and Promotion (Taught)
Health Education and Promotion (Taught)
Health Food Innovation Management (Taught)
Healthcare Policy, Innovation and Management (Taught)
Healthcare Policy, Innovation and Management (Taught)
International Laws (Taught)
Master of Health Professions Education (Taught)
Media Studies: Digital Cultures (Taught)
Public Policy and Human Development (Taught)
Others (1)
EuroMBA (Taught)
Maastricht MBA (Taught)
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