Founded in 1636, Utrecht University is an esteemed international research university, consistently positioned in the top 15 in continental Europe and the worldwide top 100 of international rankings, and member of the renowned League of European Research Universities. The university is located in the city of Utrecht, one of the most beautiful and safest cities in Northern Europe. The university offers 12 English-taught Bachelor\'s programmes and 90+ English-taught Master\'s programmes.
Innovative and internationally oriented academic community
Joining Utrecht University as an international student will make you part of an innovative and internationally oriented academic community — that brought forward no less than 12 Nobel Prize winners - engaged in cutting-edge and multi-disciplinary teaching and research.
Personal and interactive teaching
At Utrecht University you will experience a model of quality education that stands for personal and interactive teaching based on critical reflection and debate, flexibility and a level of choice for students, as well as permanent professional development for lecturers.
Top 5 happiest places to live
English is widely spoken in the Netherlands. Utrecht is a beautiful medieval city, centrally located in the Netherlands. Amsterdam and Schiphol Airport are less than half an hour away, and there are easy train connections throughout Europe. It is with good reason that BBC Travel placed Utrecht in the “top 5 happiest places to Iive\". Bright minds, better future.
About Utrecht University
Founded in 1636, Utrecht University is an esteemed international research university, consistently positioned in the top 15 in continental Europe and the worldwide top 100 of international rankings, and member of the renowned League of European Research Universities. The university is located in the city of Utrecht, one of the most beautiful and safest cities in Northern Europe. The university offers 12 English-taught Bachelor\'s programmes and 90+ English-taught Master\'s programmes.
Innovative and internationally oriented academic community
Joining Utrecht University as an international student will make you part of an innovative and internationally oriented academic community — that brought forward no less than 12 Nobel Prize winners - engaged in cutting-edge and multi-disciplinary teaching and research.
Personal and interactive teaching
At Utrecht University you will experience a model of quality education that stands for personal and interactive teaching based on critical reflection and debate, flexibility and a level of choice for students, as well as permanent professional development for lecturers.
Top 5 happiest places to live
English is widely spoken in the Netherlands. Utrecht is a beautiful medieval city, centrally located in the Netherlands. Amsterdam and Schiphol Airport are less than half an hour away, and there are easy train connections throughout Europe. It is with good reason that BBC Travel placed Utrecht in the “top 5 happiest places to Iive\". Bright minds, better future.
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.
Undergraduate education Utrecht University counts over 30,000 students from 118 countries. You can choose from 12 English-taught Bachelor\'s degree programmes. A Bachelor’s programme at Utrecht University is a 3-year programme leading to a Science degree (BSc) or Arts degree (BA).
Currently Utrecht University offers the following 12 English-taught Bachelor\'s programmes:
Celtic Languages and Culture
College of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Economics and Business Economics
English Language and Culture
Global Sustainability Science
History
Linguistics
Literary Studies
Media and Culture
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
University College Roosevelt (Liberal Arts & Sciences)
University College Utrecht (Liberal Arts & Sciences)
How to apply?
The application process is completed online. Requirements and deadlines differ per programme. For more information on the application process, visit the university\'s website.
Postgraduate education Utrecht University has a student body of 30,000+ students from 118 countries. Students can choose from 90+ English-taught Master’s degree programmes - the widest range of English-taught graduate programmes in the Netherlands. A Master’s programme at Utrecht University is a 1- or 2-year programme leading to a Science degree (MSc), Arts degree (MA) or Laws degree (LLM). On top of a Master\'s programme you can take part in the Young Innovators Programme: a selective 15 ECTS honours course at graduate level.
Professional field
The connection with the professional field is consistently embedded in the curricula of Utrecht University\'s Master’s programmes. Our Career Services centre will support your transition into the Dutch or international postgraduate job market.
How to apply?
Our application process is done online. Requirements and deadlines differ per programme. For more information on the application process, visit the university\'s website.
Visit our on-campus events Twice a year Utrecht University opens its doors for prospective Master\'s students.
During these on-campus events you can learn more about the different programmes offered by Utrecht University and get a feeling of the campuses and the city. You will also have the opportunity to talk to and ask questions to teachers, students, alumni and student advisers. Register for the next on-campus event now!
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About Utrecht University
Founded in 1636, Utrecht University is an esteemed international research university, consistently positioned in the top 15 in continental Europe and the worldwide top 100 of international rankings, and member of the renowned League of European Research Universities. The university is located in the city of Utrecht, one of the most beautiful and safest cities in Northern Europe. The university offers 12 English-taught Bachelor\'s programmes and 90+ English-taught Master\'s programmes.
Innovative and internationally oriented academic community
Joining Utrecht University as an international student will make you part of an innovative and internationally oriented academic community — that brought forward no less than 12 Nobel Prize winners - engaged in cutting-edge and multi-disciplinary teaching and research.
Personal and interactive teaching
At Utrecht University you will experience a model of quality education that stands for personal and interactive teaching based on critical reflection and debate, flexibility and a level of choice for students, as well as permanent professional development for lecturers.
Top 5 happiest places to live
English is widely spoken in the Netherlands. Utrecht is a beautiful medieval city, centrally located in the Netherlands. Amsterdam and Schiphol Airport are less than half an hour away, and there are easy train connections throughout Europe. It is with good reason that BBC Travel placed Utrecht in the “top 5 happiest places to Iive\". Bright minds, better future.
About Utrecht University
Founded in 1636, Utrecht University is an esteemed international research university, consistently positioned in the top 15 in continental Europe and the worldwide top 100 of international rankings, and member of the renowned League of European Research Universities. The university is located in the city of Utrecht, one of the most beautiful and safest cities in Northern Europe. The university offers 12 English-taught Bachelor\'s programmes and 90+ English-taught Master\'s programmes.
Innovative and internationally oriented academic community
Joining Utrecht University as an international student will make you part of an innovative and internationally oriented academic community — that brought forward no less than 12 Nobel Prize winners - engaged in cutting-edge and multi-disciplinary teaching and research.
Personal and interactive teaching
At Utrecht University you will experience a model of quality education that stands for personal and interactive teaching based on critical reflection and debate, flexibility and a level of choice for students, as well as permanent professional development for lecturers.
Top 5 happiest places to live
English is widely spoken in the Netherlands. Utrecht is a beautiful medieval city, centrally located in the Netherlands. Amsterdam and Schiphol Airport are less than half an hour away, and there are easy train connections throughout Europe. It is with good reason that BBC Travel placed Utrecht in the “top 5 happiest places to Iive\". Bright minds, better future.
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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
Utrecht University is one of the top public universities in Utrecht, Netherlands. It is ranked #=112 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
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Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
Undergraduate education Utrecht University counts over 30,000 students from 118 countries. You can choose from 12 English-taught Bachelor\'s degree programmes. A Bachelor’s programme at Utrecht University is a 3-year programme leading to a Science degree (BSc) or Arts degree (BA).
Currently Utrecht University offers the following 12 English-taught Bachelor\'s programmes:
How to apply?
The application process is completed online. Requirements and deadlines differ per programme. For more information on the application process, visit the university\'s website.
Arts and Humanities (4)
Celtic Languages and Culture (BA)
English Language and Culture (BA)
History (BA)
Liberal Arts and Sciences (BA)
Liberal Arts and Sciences (BSc)
Linguistics (BA)
Literary Studies (BA)
Philosophy, Politics and Economics (BSc)
University College Utrecht (BA / BSc)
Life Sciences and Medicine (4)
College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSc)
Molecular and Biophysical Life Sciences (BSc)
Natural Sciences (4)
Global Sustainability Science (BSc)
Social Sciences and Management (4)
Economics and Business Economics (BSc)
Media and Culture (BA)
University College Roosevelt (BA / BSc)
Postgraduate education Utrecht University has a student body of 30,000+ students from 118 countries. Students can choose from 90+ English-taught Master’s degree programmes - the widest range of English-taught graduate programmes in the Netherlands. A Master’s programme at Utrecht University is a 1- or 2-year programme leading to a Science degree (MSc), Arts degree (MA) or Laws degree (LLM). On top of a Master\'s programme you can take part in the Young Innovators Programme: a selective 15 ECTS honours course at graduate level.
Professional field
The connection with the professional field is consistently embedded in the curricula of Utrecht University\'s Master’s programmes. Our Career Services centre will support your transition into the Dutch or international postgraduate job market.
How to apply?
Our application process is done online. Requirements and deadlines differ per programme. For more information on the application process, visit the university\'s website.
Visit our on-campus events Twice a year Utrecht University opens its doors for prospective Master\'s students.
During these on-campus events you can learn more about the different programmes offered by Utrecht University and get a feeling of the campuses and the city. You will also have the opportunity to talk to and ask questions to teachers, students, alumni and student advisers. Register for the next on-campus event now!
Arts and Humanities (6)
Ancient, Medieval and Renaissance Studies (MA)
Applied Musicology (MA)
Art History (Dutch) (MA)
Art History (MA)
Art History: Education and Communication (Dutch) (MA)
Arts and Society (MA)
Comparative Literary Studies (MA)
Contemporary Theatre, Dance and Dramaturgy (MA)
Cultural History of Modern Europe (Dutch) (MA)
Cultural History of Modern Europe (MA)
Dutch Literature and Culture (Dutch) (MA)
Geographical Information Management and Applications (GIMA) (MSc)
Geography: Education and Communication (Dutch) (MA)
History (MA)
History and Philosophy of Science (MSc)
History of Politics and Society (Dutch) (MA)
History of Politics and Society (MA)
Human Geography (MSc)
Linguistics (MA)
Literary Translation (Dutch) (MA)
Literature Today (Dutch) (MA)
Literature Today (MA)
Media, Art and Performance Studies (MA)
Multilingualism and Language Acquisition (Dutch) (MA)
Musicology (MA)
Philosophy (MA)
Professional Translation (Dutch) (MA)
Urban and Economic Geography (MSc)
Business & Management (6)
Banking and Finance (MSc)
Business Development and Entrepreneurship (MSc)
Business Informatics (MSc)
Business and Social Impact (MSc)
Financial Management (MSc)
Innovation Sciences (MSc)
International Management (MSc)
Research in Public Administration and Organisational Science (MSc)
Science and Business Management (MSc)
Sustainable Business and Innovation (MSc)
Water Science and Management (MSc)
Engineering and Technology (6)
Applied Data Science (MSc)
Artificial Intelligence (MSc)
Bioinformatics and Biocomplexity (MSc)
Computing Science (MSc)
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Applied Cognitive Psychology (MSc)
Bio Inspired Innovation (MSc)
Biofabrication (MSc)
Biology of Disease (MSc)
Cancer, Stem Cells and Developmental Biology (MSc)
Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology (MSc)
Clinical Psychology (MSc)
Cultural Anthropology: Sociocultural Transformation (MSc)
Cultural Anthropology: Sustainable Citizenship (MSc)
Development and Socialisation in Childhood and Adolescence (MSc)
Drug Innovation (Taught)
Epidemiology (MSc)
Epidemiology Postgraduate (MSc)
Epidemiology Postgraduate (Online) (MSc)
Farm Animal Health and Veterinary Public Health
Farm Animal Health and Veterinary Public Health (Dutch) (MSc)
Health Sciences for Healthcare Professionals (Dutch) (MSc)
Health and Environment (MSc)
Horse Health Care (Dutch) (MSc)
Infection and Immunity (MSc)
Medical Imaging (MSc)
Medicine (Dutch) (MSc)
Medicine of Companion Animals (Dutch) (MSc)
Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences (MSc)
Neuropsychology (MSc)
Neuroscience and Cognition (MSc)
Nursing Science (Dutch) (MSc)
Pharmacy (Dutch) (MSc)
Physical Therapy Science (Dutch) (MSc)
Regenerative Medicine and Technology (MSc)
Selective Utrecht Medical Master (SUMMA) (Dutch) (MSc)
Social and Health Psychology (Research) (MSc)
Social, Health and Organisational Psychology (MSc)
Toxicology and Environmental Health (MSc)
Natural Sciences (6)
Climate Physics (MSc)
Earth Structure and Dynamics (MSc)
Earth Surface and Water (MSc)
Earth, Life and Climate (MSc)
Energy Science (MSc)
Environmental Biology (MSc)
Experimental Physics (MSc)
Global Challenges for Sustainability (MSc)
Marine Sciences (MSc)
Mathematical Sciences (MSc)
Nanomaterials Science (MSc)
Sustainable Development (MSc)
Theoretical Physics (MSc)
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Applied Ethics (MA)
Business and law (Dutch) (LLM)
Clinical Child, Family and Education Studies (MSc)
Communication and organization (Dutch) (MA)
Communication, Policy and Management (Dutch) (MSc)
Conflict Studies and Human Rights (MA)
Constitutional and Administrative Law (Dutch) (LLM)
Criminal law (Dutch) (LLM)
Dutch Language and Culture: Education and Communication (Dutch) (MA)
Dutch Studies (Dutch) (MA)
Economic Policy (MSc)
Educational Sciences (MSc)
Educational Sciences: Learning in Interaction (Research) (MSc)
English Language and Culture: Education and Communication (Dutch) (MA)
European Criminal Justice in a Global Context (LLM)
European Governance (MSc)
European Law (LLM)
Film and Television Cultures (MA)
Film and Television Science (Dutch) (MA)
French Language and Culture: Education and Communication (Dutch) (MA)
Game and Media Technology (MSc)
Gender Studies (MA)
Gender Studies (Research) (MA)
German Language and Culture: Education and Communication (Dutch) (MA)
Global Criminology (MA)
Governance and Policy (Dutch) (MSc)
History: Education and Communication (Dutch) (MA)
Human Computer Interaction (MSc)
Intellectual Property, Innovation and Technology (Dutch) (MSc)
Intercultural Communication (MA)
Intercultural communication (Dutch) (MA)
International Development Studies (MSc)
International Relations in Historical Perspective (MA)
Law and Economics (LLM/MSc)
Law and Technology in Europe (LLM)
Legal Research (LLM)
Management and Policy for Professionals (Dutch) (MSc)
Management of Public Issues (Dutch) (MA)
Methodology and Statistics for the Behavioural, Biomedical and Social Sciences (MSc)
Migration, Ethnic Relations and Multiculturalism (MSc)
Multidisciplinary Economics (MSc)
New Media & Digital Culture (MA)
Notarial Right (Dutch) (LLM)
One Health (MSc)
Organisations, Change and Management (Dutch) (MSc)
Organization, culture and management (Dutch) (MSc)
Preparatory Higher Education Teacher (Dutch) (MA / MSc)
Private Law (Dutch) (LLM)
Public International Law (LLM)
Public Management (Dutch) (MSc)
Religion and Society (Dutch) (MA)
Religious Studies (MA)
Science Education and Communication (MSc)
Social Policy and Public Health (MSc)
Sociology and Social Research (MSc)
Sociology: Contemporary Social Problems (MSc)
Spanish Language and Culture: Education and Communication (Dutch) (MA)
Spatial Planning (MSc)
Sports Policy and Sports Management (Dutch) (MSc)
Strategic Human Resource Management (Dutch) (MSc)
Strategic Human Resource Management (MSc)
Youth Studies (MSc)
Youth, Education and Society (MSc)
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