- #=105 QS Global World Ranking
- PublicStatus
- Very HighResearch Output
- 33,748Total Students
- 3,254Faculty
- 4,454Int'l Students
The University’s position in the current QS World University Rankings.
Whether the University is funded by the government of that country or state, or funded by private donations.
The research intensity of the University, based on the number of papers output relative to the University’s size.
The number of full time equivalent students enrolled at the University.
The number of full time equivalent teaching staff employed by the University.
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About
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...
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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!
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, Utrecht Science Park, Utrecht (Monday to Friday, 10 am – 4 pm)
- Google-integrated email, chat and calendar with (7GB free online storage)
- Blackboard online learning environment
- Schedules, room numbers, holidays etc. available through Osiris Online information ...
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- Google-integrated email, chat and calendar with (7GB free online storage)
- Blackboard online learning environment
- Schedules, room numbers, holidays etc. available through Osiris Online information system
- Free or heavily discounted software via Surfspot, including SPSS, MS Office, McAfee, ErgoDirect, WorkPace, EndNote etc.
- Student counselling
- Career support, workshops, CV check
- 95% of population speaks English as second language.
- Great location in Western Europe with direct links to London, Paris, Berlin.
- Historic charm of Utrecht's 17th century city centre.
- Vibrant student ...
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- 95% of population speaks English as second language.
- Great location in Western Europe with direct links to London, Paris, Berlin.
- Historic charm of Utrecht's 17th century city centre.
- Vibrant student community in one of Europe's leading student cities.
- (International) student associations including AIESEC, ESN, AEGEE
About
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...
Read more
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!
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, Utrecht Science Park, Utrecht (Monday to Friday, 10 am – 4 pm)
- Google-integrated email, chat and calendar with (7GB free online storage)
- Blackboard online learning environment
- Schedules, room numbers, holidays etc. available through Osiris Online information system
- Free or heavily discounted software via Surfspot, including SPSS, MS Office, McAfee, ErgoDirect, WorkPace, EndNote etc.
- Student counselling
- Career support, workshops, CV check
- 95% of population speaks English as second language.
- Great location in Western Europe with direct links to London, Paris, Berlin.
- Historic charm of Utrecht's 17th century city centre.
- Vibrant student community in one of Europe's leading student cities.
- (International) student associations including AIESEC, ESN, AEGEE
Available programs
University highlights
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- 2018#=109
- 2019#124
- 2020#=120
- 2021#=121
- 2022#110
- 2023#=112
- 2024#=107
- 2025#=105
Scholarships
Campus locations
Utrecht University,
Domplein 29 , Utrecht , Netherlands , 3512 JE
University College Roosevelt,
Lange Noordstraat 1 , Middelburg , Zeeland , Netherlands , 4330 AB
University College Utrecht,
Campusplein , Utrecht , Netherlands , 3584 ED
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