Utrecht University is located in Utrecht in the Netherlands and is one of the oldest universities in the country. The university consists of seven faculties including humanities; social and behavioural sciences; law, economics and governance; geosciences; medicine; veterinary medicine and science.
There are 49 bachelor's programmes and 147 master's programmes available. Among these there are six English-taught bachelor's programmes and more than 90 English-taught master's programmes.
The university counts 12 Nobel Prize laureates and 19 Spinoza Prize laureates as part of the alumni and faculty.
Utrecht University collaborates with a number of other universities around the world such as the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Peking University, and the University of Toronto.
There are a number of student associations at the university and there is also a cultural centre which provides plenty of opportunities to join in with arts and creative workshops. There is also a sports centre for students.
Utrecht University is a public institution that was founded in 1636. It is located in the city of Utrecht in the Netherlands, less than 30 miles south of Amsterdam. The university has four locations, and its main campus is the Utrecht Science Park - De Uithof campus, situated east of the Utrecht city center. Around 30,000 students attend the university, and tuition costs are higher for students from non-European Union and non-European Economic Area countries, with the exception of Swiss and Surinamese students. Students can apply for housing in dormitories managed by an outside organization.
The university has seven main academic divisions: geosciences; humanities; law, economics and governance; medicine; science; social and behavioral sciences; and veterinary medicine. Additionally, there are two university colleges – University College Roosevelt and University College Utrecht – focused on liberal arts education for undergraduates as well as a center for teaching and learning. All told, the university offers around 45 bachelor’s degree programs and more than 130 master’s degree programs. Dutch is the primary language of instruction, though a handful of bachelor’s programs and more than 80 master's programs are English-taught. Examples of master's programs taught in English are those in banking and finance, the cultural history of modern Europe and religious studies.
Much of the research at Utrecht University is structured around the four strategic themes of dynamics of youth, institutions for open societies, life sciences and sustainability. Some of the university’s research institutes are the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development and the Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research.
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 6 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.
UNDERGRADUATE
Undergraduate education Utrecht University counts over 30,000 students from 118 countries. You can choose from 6 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 6 English-taught Bachelor's programmes:
Celtic Languages and Culture
College of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Economics and Business Economics
Global Sustainability Science
History
Literary Studies
Media and Culture
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
University College Roosevelt (Liberal Arts & Sciences)
University College Utrecht (Liberal Arts & Sciences)
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.
Join our Open Day Twice a year Utrecht University opens its doors for prospective Bachelor's students. Each programme will be hosting general and in-depth information sessions. In-depth sessions may consist of themed presentations, mini-lectures, etc. Registration will open approximately one month prior to the event. You can find more information about the Open Day on the university's website.
Contact us If you have any questions about our Bachelor’s programmes, please do get in touch with us.
Student Services
Tel: +31 30 253 7000 (Monday to Friday, 10-12 am and 1-3 pm)
Email: study@uu.nl
Visitors’ address: UU for U, Student Services, Heidelberglaan 6, de Uithof Utrecht (Monday to Friday, 10 am – 4 pm)
POSTGRADUATE
Postgraduate education Utrecht University counts over 30,000 students from 118 countries. You 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. A 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!
Join a webinar Utrecht University organizes webinar several times a year. By joining a webinar you can get more information about the university, it's Master's programmes and learn from experiences from academic staff and current students. Sign up for a webinar now!
Contact us If you have any questions about our Master’s programmes, please do get in touch with us.
Student Services
Tel: +31 30 253 7000 (Monday to Friday, 10-12 am and 1-3 pm)
Email: study@uu.nl
Visitors’ address: UU for U, Student Services, Heidelberglaan 6, de Uithof Utrecht (Monday to Friday, 10 am – 4 pm)