Introduction
The University of Groningen provides top-quality and highly ranked educational programmes to Bachelor, Master and PhD students from all over the world. Students of the University of Groningen contribute to groundbreaking and societally relevant research. Our students feel right at home in the safe and vibrant city of Groningen.
Programmes
Looking for an academic study opportunity at a top university in the Netherlands? With over 45 Bachelor’s programmes, some of which have several variants (tracks) and over 160 Master’s programmes, the University of Groningen is the place to be. And not just for your – students and academics come to the University of Groningen from all over the world.
Why choose Groningen?
We're a Top 100 University
Our groundbreaking research
Never a dull moment
400 years of reputation
It's a city of culture
"Throughout my bachelor, I discovered the cultural opportunities and liveliness that only a city with 25% student population can offer"
Groningen and its university offer facilities for development and talent. As our student, you will be able to fully develop your abilities and make a contribution to research and society. Your professors and teachers will be there to guide you every step of the way. You can also visit our Career’s Centre for advice. Groningen is the place to be after you have graduated; you can find employment at the University or in one of the many companies in the City of Talent!
The University of Groningen has strong international connections, which means that you can easily spend part of your degree studying abroad. The University also offers several unique international Master’s degree programmes in cooperation with other large European universities. Groningen is located in the centre of Europe with Paris, London and Copenhagen just a few hours away. Share your travels with us: #MyUGStory.
Our University is known for its large international community. More than 4000 international students study in Groningen annually from over 120 countries. More than 180 of our degrees are taught in English. Living in Groningen without speaking Dutch is not a problem; you will be able to order food, shop for clothes and even take sports classes in English. Our Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is Europe’s largest ESN sections that facilitate all international students in Groningen. ESN organizes around 150 activities per year, such as introduction week and biking lessons!
Our University Sports Centre the ACLO is the biggest university sports centre in the Netherlands. Whether you want to try out for a team, go to an occasional Zumba class or try out rock-climbing, the ACLO is the place to be. The ACLO offers more than 85 different sports and supports 49 sports clubs. In addition to our sports facilities, the University offers special arrangements for top athletes to adapt their study programme to their athletic programme.
Groningen is a vibrant and young city with many hotspots. You can get fresh produce, meat and cheese three days a week at the "Vismarkt" in the middle of town. Go to the "Kijk in 't Jatstraat" next to our Harmony Building for a healthy lunch with fellow students. Like to shop? Visit the Zwanestraat: the best shopping street in the Netherlands. Or meet your friends at one of Groningen's many pubs. The city of Groningen is your campus!
Jeremy Dillman, BSc. Psychology student
Develop your talents
Travel the world
Make friends from all over the world
Try out new sports
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Locations
Groningen
Address
University of Groningen
PO Box 72
AB Groningen
9700 Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
9700 Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands