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2023 entry
Contact Stay in touch online Colophon
Email www.rug.nl August 2022
prospectives@rug.nl
@universityofgroningen Text
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on studying at the university, as Jasper Bolderdijk
well as provide guidance on the Michel de Groot
application process. This guide describes the academic year 2023– Wouter Brem
2024 – based on what is known at publication
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you choose your programme at the University Peter van der Seijde
Visit us of Groningen. The university makes every effort
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University of Groningen to ensure the accuracy of this guide and will
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Academy Building programmes and services described within it. Gerhard Taatgen
Broerstraat 5, 9712 CP Groningen It cannot guarantee their provisions in the event
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The Netherlands of circumstances beyond our control (such as
change in government policy or a lack of demand).
All information published in this guide is subject to
change and no legal rights may be derived. While
the University of Groningen makes every endeavour
to ensure the accuracy of the information presented
in this guide, it cannot be held liable for any errors
or inaccuracies you may find.
open academic community – since 1614
Welcome
Admissions information
For information about a particular
programme, contact the relevant
faculty or visit the website
programme page.
Bachelor’s:
www.rug.nl/bachelors
Master’s:
www.rug.nl/education/master
Ways to find out more
Our guided visits include a tour
with a current student and
the opportunity to meet with
someone from your chosen faculty.
To book a visit, contact us at
prospectives@rug.nl
International visits
Find out where you can meet us
in your country or at an online or
virtual event. www.rug.nl/meetus
Chat with a student
Do you have a question about
studying at the University of
Groningen, about one of our
programmes or about student life
in Groningen or Leeuwarden?
Send a message to one of our
current students and they will be
happy to answer all your questions
and help you on your way!
www.rug.nl/education/
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UG student blog
Discover more about student life
and studying at the UG first hand
from our student bloggers.
www.rug.nl/education/
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Open Days
www.rug.nl/opendays Content
Facts & figures 2
Studying in the Netherlands 4
Autumn 2022 and Spring 2023 How will you be taught? 6
Web classes Life at the UG 8
Online taster courses for Our locations 10
Bachelor’s applicants.
Groningen 10
More information:
www.rug.nl/webclasses Leeuwarden 14
Accommodation 16
University fees and living costs 18
Saturday 29 October 2022
Supporting you 22
Bachelor’s Open Day
Open day for prospective Life beyond study 24
students who want more Advancing your career 26
information about our Bachelor’s Groundbreaking research 28
degree programmes.
More information:
BACHELOR’S
www.rug.nl/opendays
Studying a Bachelor’s at the University
of Groningen 30
21–25 November 2022 English-taught Bachelor’s degrees 32
Master’s Week How to apply to a bachelor’s degree
Information event for (prospective)
programme at the University of Groningen 34
students who want more
information about our
Master’s degree programmes. MASTER’S
More information: Studying a Master’s degree at the
www.rug.nl/mastersweek University of Groningen 36
English-taught Master’s degrees 38
30 January – 3 February 2023 PhD/Graduate Schools 46
Online Bachelor’s Week How to apply – Studielink 48
A week of information sessions
for prospective students.
20–24 March 2023
!
Master’s Week Covid-19
Information event for (prospective)
students who want more This guide describes the 2023–2024 academic
information about our Master’s year based on the knowledge and expectations
degree programmes. held in August 2022. At the time of publication
the UG has been fully open since March 2022.
Friday 14 April 2023 Organising and partaking in large-scale events is
possible again, as are teaching activities in large
Bachelor’s Open Day
groups.
Open day for prospective students
who want more information
It is not know what effect Covid-19 will have on the
about our Bachelor’s degree
2023–2024 academic year. Up-to-date information
programmes.
about the Covid-19 situation at the university can
be found at rug.nl/corona.
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Founded in 1614 Over 180 English-taught
degree programmes
Youngest city in Nurtured 4 Nobel
the Netherlands Prize Winners
60,000 students in 66th in the world
Groningen – ARWU Shanghai Ranking (2022)
One of the top 100 150,000 alumni
universities worldwide worldwide
Over 25% international 21 alumni chapters
students from 120+ globally
countries
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Studying in the Netherlands
There are two main types of universities in the Netherlands – research
universities and universities of applied sciences. Research universities,
such as the University of Groningen, offer highly academic, research
oriented programmes that focus on specific subjects. Universities of
applied sciences are more professionally oriented and designed for those
looking to enter a particular career upon graduation.
Research universities University of Groningen Our degrees are designed to
There are fourteen research The University of Groningen is inspire you to think indepen-
universities in the Netherlands. among Europe’s top institutions in dently and develop your own
A bachelor’s programme usually the field of academic research, with opinions at an early stage in the
takes three years to complete the internationally renowned, ground- study programme. Active learning
and typically does not include breaking research undertaken by methods are not only more
work experience, with master’s our staff contributing to all areas of stimulating than the traditional
programmes lasting one or two society. By choosing to study at the lecturing style, but are also proven
years. You will be studying a range University of Groningen, you will be to help students develop their
of subjects before you specialise joining a well-established, globally problem solving, critical thinking,
and, although the emphasis is networked community where you communication and interpersonal
on academic study in a research are encouraged to take the initiative skills, which are highly sought
environment, our graduates forge through independent study and after by most employers.
successful careers both within and research.
outside the research community.
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BLOG
10 reasons why
Groningen is the
best place to study
in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is a small
country but has quite a few
research universities, a lot of
which are top-ranked. However,
in my honest opinion, Groningen
is the absolute best city to study
in the Netherlands, and here are
10 reasons why:
1 A large amount of English-
language degrees
2 The international atmosphere
3 Great education
4 Young vibes
5 There is always something
to do
6 Geographically well located
7 A great city to stay fit
8 Groningen is very hip
9 Exchange possibilities
10 A safe and green city
Scan the QR code to read
our student blog.
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How will you be taught? Honours College
The main aim of the Honours
Study year Self-study
College is to develop talent and
The year is broken down into 4 blocks, Alongside lectures, tutorials and
initiative and gives motivated
each lasting 10 weeks. In each block, group work, you will also be expected
students the opportunity to
students follow specific courses for to carry out self-study activities, such
challenge themselves even more.
7 or 8 weeks, and in the remaining as working on your assignments or
It offers an interdisciplinary
2 or 3 weeks of the blocks, exams doing your readings ahead of lectures
programme that is followed
are held. This means that there are or tutorials. The time you spend on
alongside the regular bachelor’s
generally 4 exam sessions per year. independent study will depend on
or master’s degree programme
the programme you are enrolled
(additional 45 ECTS bachelor’s
Lectures in. All full time programmes expect
and 15 ECTS master’s). In the
Lectures are given in all programmes students to spend 40 hours per week
Bachelor’s Honours Programme,
and usually last around two hours, on their courses, which means that
the emphasis is on greater
although some may be longer. The if you only have 10 hours of class per
depth and breadth, while the
lecturers will provide information on week, you are expected to spend
Master’s Honours Programme is
a specific subject or theme related 30 hours of self-study.
geared towards the development
to your course and based on the
of leadership skills. Students
reading material. Free Online Dutch Classes
accepted onto an Honours
European Council research suggests
Programme can participate
Seminars that 90% of Dutch people speak
without paying extra tuition fees.
Seminars are interactive classes, at least basic English, with the
involving a small group of students Netherlands ranked in first place
More information:
and facilitated by a tutor. In class you globally for English language skills.
www.rug.nl/education/
will be expected to participate in the Therefore, you do not necessarily
honours-college
activities and present on topics that need to speak Dutch in order to
have been covered in your lectures. study and live in the Netherlands.
Scan the link to read some of
Since the group is smaller, you will It is still a good idea to sign up for
our student testimonials.
have the chance to ask questions our Introduction to Dutch MOOC
and hold discussions with your (Massive Open Online Course). The
fellow students and your seminar UG also offers free Dutch classes,
professor. up to 125 teaching hours over five
courses, which will take you up to
B1 Dutch.
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ECTS amount of hours of work necessary BLOG
The European Credit Transfer System to complete the course. Each
(ECTS) is a method of measuring academic year comprises 60 ECTS
What Dutch grades
your study programme as academic with a full bachelor’s degree being
currency. ECTS is used all over 180 ECTS, and a master’s degree actually mean
Europe and enables you to easily ranging from between 60 ECTS to
compare study programmes and 120 ECTS. Many international students come
transfer your academic qualifica- to the Netherlands with very high
tions from one educational insti- Grading system expectations of the university
tution to another. Its aim is to make Exam grades in The Netherlands are but also of themselves. It is only
programmes and the performance based on a 10-point system: 1 is the natural that you want to do well in
of students of higher education lowest, and 10 is the highest mark. your studies and show off some
more transparent and comparable The passing grades range from 6 good results to your friends and
European-wide, and to replace (satisfactory) to 10 (outstanding). family. However, the Dutch grading
or complement the different local The limit between pass and fail is system is unique as it is quite
(national) standards within Europe. 5.5, generally rounded to 6. The strict, which may be a surprise
Courses at the University of grades 1 to 3 are hardly used and for some. While students from the
Groningen are generally either the grade 10 is rarely awarded. UK or the US are used to getting
5 ECTS or 10 ECTS, reflecting the A’s, the Dutch system is geared
towards preventing an ‘inflation’
of good results which would
eventually cause good grades to
lose their meaningfulness.
So what do Dutch grades actually
mean?
0 – 5,4 = Nice try, but you’ll
have to go again!
6 = All you need
7 = More than satisfactory
8 = Great
9 = 1st place
10 = Is this even possible?
Scan the QR code to read our
student blog.
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Life at the UG
Sun, smiling faces and presentations Welcome to the new International Rainy Groningen.
at our Bachelor’s Open Day. Alumni Ambassadors 2022–2023! @igotscapes
@universityofgroningen @universityofgroningen
Pure pride and happiness on graduation The State of the University 2022 with Ben Feringa on Tour.
day. Congratulations Katerina! the Dutch Solar Racing Team. @universityofgroningen
@kat_deli_cious & @drosxito_ @universityofgroningen
UG student Xandra Velzeboer wins gold Groningen is filled with gorgeous The Dutch Minister of Education
at the Olympics! cherry blossoms. Robbert Dijkgraaf visits the UG.
@universityofgroningen @toerist_in_eigen_stad @scienceandengineering_ug
8Follow us on Instagram @universityofgroningen
Meet our social media reporters The University Museum and its Orations in the Academy Building.
Maimoena and Avital! beautiful stairway. Congratulations Dr. Kuiper!
@universityofgroningen @teun.ig @elskuiper
Daffodils at Zernike campus. Remembrance Day at the UG. The lovely Martinitoren!
@universityofgroningen @universityofgroningen @_r_x_c
Let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day at Hi Karishma, nice to meet you! Beautiful Leeuwarden.
the UG! @spatial_sciences_groningen @perfectlytall
@universityofgroningen
9Our locations
Living in the city of Groningen will place you in the heart of a historic,
vibrant student city with so much on your doorstep. A year in Groningen
includes festivals in our parks, numerous sporting activities and bustling
cafes and terraces.
GRONINGEN
234,957
Residents (2021)
1 Groningen is the largest and
oldest city in the Northern
Netherlands with its own inter-
national airport.
2 The city of Groningen is the
capital of the province, which
also bears the same name.
3 Groningen is home to various
festivals, including Eurosonic
(Europe’s largest showcase
festival), which launched the
career of artists including Hozier
and Bastille. Other festivals
include Noorderzon, a 10 day
performing art festival and
StuKafest, where student rooms
are used as mini concert halls or
theatres.
4 Groningen is a city of entrepre-
neurs and has the second largest
number of successful startups
after Amsterdam.
5 The city has a top-league
football club, FC Groningen (first
European team for Luis Suarez),
basketball team (Donar) and
volleyball team (Lycurgus).
10GRONINGEN
6 There are many museums
in Groningen including the
University Museum, the Science
Museum and the world famous
Groninger Museum, which
has hosted David Bowie,
David LaChappelle and Rodin
exhibitions.
7 With roughly 150km of bicycle
lanes, it’s no surprise that the city
is one of the best cycling cities
in the Netherlands and Europe.
Around 60% of all travel happens
by bike and there are more bikes
than people in Groningen (1.4
bikes for each inhabitant). It’s
no wonder that Groningen has
some of the cleanest air in the
Netherlands!
8 Oosterpoort is the largest pop
music venue in the north of the
Netherlands. Underground club
Vera hosted bands like Nirvana,
Joy Division, Pearl Jam, U2, White
Stripes and Sonic Youth at the
start of their careers.
11Zernike Campus
Groningen City Centre
12UG locations SSH housing
1 Academy Building 1 Upsilon
• University Student Desk Antaresstraat 43 – 9742 LA
• International Service Desk 2 BNC
2 University Library Plutolaan 329 – 9742 GK
3 IShop 3 Cornus
4 University Museum Kornoeljestraat 2 – 9741 JB
5 Oude Boteringestraat 4 Frascati
• Faculty of Theology and Stationsplein 9 – 9762 AE
Religious Studies 5 Esdoorn
• Faculty of Philosophy Esdoornlaan 274 – 9741 MA
• Office of the University 6 Moes 8
6 Harmony Building Moesstraat 8 – 9717 KM
• Faculty of Law 7 Moes 16
• Faculty of Arts Moesstraat 16 – 9717 JT
• Student Service Centre 8 Albertine Agnesplein
7 Heymans Building Albertine Agnesplein 2 – 9717 BD
• Faculty of Behavioural and 9 Winschoterdiep
Social Sciences Winschoterdiep 46 – 9723 AC
8 Faculty of Medicine 10 Blekerslaan
9 University College Groningen Blekerslaan 4 – 9724 EJ
10 Bernoulliborg
• Faculty of Science and Engineering
11 Duisenberg Building
• Faculty of Economics and Business
12 Mercator Building
• Faculty of Spatial Sciences
13 Linnaeusborg
• Faculty of Science and Engineering
13LEEUWARDEN
LEEUWARDEN
124,481
Residents (2021)
Leeuwarden, the 2019 UNESCO City of Literature (formerly the 2018 European
Capital of Culture) is where Campus Fryslân is based.
1 Leeuwarden is full of terraces
which can be found near the
3 Oldehove, the Leaning Tower
of Leeuwarden, started to lean
5 MC Escher was born in the city
in 1898 and is one of the most
canals that crisscross the cozy during its construction and has famous Leeuwarders of all time.
city centre. Around these canals had a slight tilt ever since, causing He was a world renowned graphic
you will also find museums, it to lean more than the one in artist and his mysterious artwork
restaurants, bars and venues Pisa. has appeared on the covers of
where you can listen to upcoming many books and albums.
bands, or attend a range of
4 The city was the capital of the
diverse cultural exhibitions and
events.
Netherlands from 1584–1747 and
was home to the royal family, who
6 Blokhuispoort was built as a fort
in 1499 and functioned as the
lived at Stadhouderlijk Hof. city’s prison until 2008. It now
2 Leeuwarden is the start and finish
of the eleven city ice skating tour
fulfills the role of being the
cultural heart of Leeuwarden.
which covers about 135 miles and
takes place on the canals that
connect the 11 cities in Friesland,
the province where Leeuwarden is
based. With the change in climate,
the tour is rarely held on ice but
people have found other means
to navigate the route – walking,
swimming and even sailing in a
solar-powered boat.
14Leeuwarden Centre
UG locations SSH housing
1 Campus Fryslân faculty building 1 Kanaalstraat
– De Beurs Kanaalstraat 15-139 – 8933 AL
Wirdumerdijk 34
2 Library
Blokhuisplein 40
3 Tresoar
Boterhoek 1
15Accommodation
Whether you are coming to the Netherlands for the first time or you are
relocating from within the country – finding somewhere to live can be
daunting. You might be a little apprehensive about leaving behind what
is familiar, but living in shared accommodation with fellow students can
give you a great start to university life. The new friends you make in those
first few weeks will often remain friends throughout your time at university
and beyond.
A place to call home Community Websites
The University works with SSH XL Communal areas help create a sense
to provide accommodation for inter- of community and ensure a friendly www.athomeingroningen.com
national students under 30 with the and sociable environment. They Information on house-hunting and
residences spread throughout the represent a great place to meet living in Groningen
city of Groningen. new friends.
https://www.sshxl.nl/en
Great location Housing in Leeuwarden Accommodation website for
All accommodation is located within It is relatively easy to find housing students wishing to find student
10–15 minutes by bike from the in Leeuwarden when compared to housing in Groningen
University of Groningen faculties and looking for accommodation in other
the city centre. Dutch student cities. Find more www.rug.nl/accommodation
information about accommodation Accommodation tips
All inclusive rent in Leeuwarden via:
Including all utility bills, Wi-Fi, www.rug.nl/cfaccommodation. www.rug.nl/accommodationblog
maintenance, communal cleaning Blog on how to find a home in
(e.g. kitchen areas). Groningen
!
Very important advice – Start looking for accommodation early
The start of the academic year is always an extremely become available at the start of May and are usually
busy period throughout the Netherlands and it can be fully booked within a few weeks. In addition, availability
difficult to find a room in many Dutch student cities. and choice within the private rental market become
Over 20,000 students will also be looking for somewhere increasingly limited the longer you wait. Prices can also
to stay in the city of Groningen at the same time as increase when there is a shortage of rooms in the city.
you. Therefore, finding accommodation is a priority and You can also consider looking for accommodation in
you should reserve a room as early as possible. For a nearby city or town in the north of the Netherlands.
example, if you are starting your studies in September, Most locations are within a comfortable travelling
we strongly advise that you begin actively looking for a distance from the Central Station in Groningen and can
room in April, or earlier. It is also wise to apply to your be reached by regular public transport. Examples are
degree programme at the University of Groningen in the city of Assen (only 17 minutes by direct train) and
a timely manner and avoid waiting until the 1st May the city of Leeuwarden (34 minutes by direct train).
deadline, as this will delay your search for accommo- If you have not found accommodation before August 1,
dation. The ‘reserved’ rooms within SSH properties we strongly advise you not to come to Groningen.
16BLOG
SSH
Top Tips for
When do I apply for How long will my
accommodation in Groningen? contract be? finding housing in
The booking system opens around In Groningen, SSH offers Short Leeuwarden
the start of May. The specific dates Stay accommodation to UG
will be posted on the SSH website. students. You will receive a Every major city in the world, from
contract for a minimum of 1 month Shanghai to New York, is currently
How do I apply? to a maximum of 12 months, facing a housing shortage. This
Once you receive your letter of depending on the period of is a well known worldwide fact.
acceptance (provisional, conditional study in your first year. Luckily for you Leeuwarden isn’t
or unconditional) from the university, as overpopulated as Shanghai or
you can register on the website How do I pay my rent? New York City so it should be a
www.sshxl.nl/en. You will be Rent is paid at the start of the little easier. In order to try to make
informed that the application has month by bank transfer or direct it easier for you I’ve outlined some
been sent to the university and debit. Other options are also housing lessons that I have learned
we will check and approve your available. while searching for housing
application. This can take up to two throughout my student years.
working days. Is there a deadline
for accommodation • Start Early
Can I choose where I live? applications? • Check Out Websites
Yes. There is no deadline. However, • Join Facebook Groups
once all rooms have been • Call Agencies
How are rooms allocated? reserved, it is no longer possible • Do your Googles
Once you are registered, you can to be assigned a room. • Be Persistent
choose and book a room in the • Be Careful
‘my SSH’ portal. Rooms are Costs and other information
allocated on a first come, first Up-to-date information on Scan the QR code to read our
served basis meaning the first the various accommodation student blog.
person to book will be offered the offered by SSH on behalf of
room. Please be aware that once the University (including the
the rooms are gone there is no all-important costs) is available
waiting list. on the SSH website at
www.sshxl.nl/en.
How do I reserve my room?
Once you have reserved your
accommodation, you will need to Disclaimer:
The University of Groningen is not
pay a down payment and this will
responsible for finding accommo-
vary depending on the type of
dation, this is the responsibility of
room and duration of your rental the student.
period.
17University fees and living costs
The fees you pay and the support you are entitled to will depend on whether
you are classed as an EU/EEA or non-EU/EEA student, which usually
depends on the passport you hold. Our tuition fee information is up to date
and provides you with an idea of what you will be paying for the first year of
your programme.
How do Groningen and
Leeuwarden compare
with other Dutch cities?
Both cities have many advantages
which make them cheaper places to
study compared to other university
cities. These include:
• compact cities therefore you
won’t have to travel far between
the university buildings, city centre
shops and your accommodation.
• both are known as cycling cities
with bicycle-only routes – the fact
it is all flat makes cycling a great
deal easier.
Tuition fees 2023–2024
The University of Groningen tuition
fees for regular degree programmes
depend on government regulations
and are the same for Dutch and
European Union/European Economic
Area citizens (all EU countries plus
Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein
and Iceland).
18TABLE OF TUITION FEES FOR EU/EEA STUDENTS *
Tuition fees
All bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes € 2,209
University College Groningen and
University College Fryslân € 4,380
* The EU/EEA tuition fees listed in the International Guide give an indication based on
the tuition fees of recent years. The 2023 EU/EEA tuition fees had not been confirmed
at the time of publication of this guide. Please check www.rug.nl/tuitionfees for
up-to-date tuition fee information.
TABLE OF TUITION FEES FOR NON-EU/EEA STUDENTS**
Tuition fees
Bachelor’s programmes
Medicine € 32,000
University College Groningen and University College Fryslân € 13,093
Science and Engineering € 15,080
All other international Bachelor’s degree programmes € 10,189
Master’s programmes
Arts and Humanities € 14,570
Behavioural and Social Sciences € 16,201
Campus Fryslân € 16,201
Economics and Business € 16,201
Law € 16,201
Medical Sciences – Human Movement Sciences; Sport Sciences € 18,850
Medical Sciences – Research Master's € 18,850
Medical Sciences – Dentistry, Medicine € 32,000
Philosophy € 14,570
Science and Engineering € 18,850
Spatial Sciences € 16,201
Theology and Religious Studies € 14,570
** The non-EU/EEA tuition fees listed in the International Guide give an indication based
on the tuition fees of recent years. The 2023 EU/EEA tuition fees will be confirmed by
faculties from November 2022. Please check www.rug.nl/tuitionfees for up-to-date
tuition fee information.
19There are a number of ways in
which you can pay your tuition
fees and this information can be
found on the university website.
If your fees will be paid by a
recognised financial sponsor such
as an overseas government, charity
or international business, we can
invoice your sponsor directly for
your tuition fees.
Please note that we cannot invoice
members of your family for your fees.
More information
Dutch Ministry for Education,
Culture and Science Education
Office (DUO)
www.duo.nl/particulier/student-
finance/apply.jsp
More information
www.rug.nl/tuitionfees
20Funding and scholarships
In recognition of the outstanding
talent of many international students,
the University of Groningen is
committed to attracting, supporting
and rewarding the best students by
offering a number of scholarships.
Alongside our own scholarship
programmes, there are a number
of available scholarships via
external national and international LIVING EXPENSES
organisations.
Essentials Cost per
calendar year
Funding
Study costs Textbooks, readers, photocopies € 780
www.rug.nl/grantfinder
Housing Rent (including energy, internet bills,
excluding administration costs and security
Living expenses deposit of approximately one month rent) € 6,000
For the 2022/23 academic year, Telephone Sim cards or a telephone plan € 300
the University estimates that living
Food and drinks Groceries, etc € 2,400
costs will be approximately €11,000
Travel expenses For students who not have a Dutch
– €14,000 per year (excluding tuition
OV-travelcard € 750
fees). These estimates are for
12 months and include accom- Insurance Healthcare, third-party, fire and theft
modation, utility bills, food, books, insurance € 1,440
clothes, travel, mobile phone and Additional costs Clothes, sports, relaxation etc. € 1,880
social expenses. Total costs € 13,550
21Supporting you
Studying at university is exciting but it can also be demanding. At the
University of Groningen, you will have a wide support network including
mentors, study advisors and tutors who will be available to help and advise
you on various aspects of your student life.
Study advisors As another option there are also BLOG
Each study programme has one or several online resources where you
more study advisors who act as your can find a variety of information
Uni resources you
first point of contact for questions including new vacancies, careers
or problems before and during the workshops and networking events. should know
study programme. You can go there
if there are extraordinary circum- More information As university students, we are
stances, in case of disability or illness, mostly unaware of the vast
www.rug.nl/careerservices
for information about the binding majority of resources that are
study advice (BSA) and your study available to us. Sure, we might be
planning. He/she can also help Student Service Centre familiar with a few, such as our
you with questions about your The Student Service Centre (SSC) study advisors and the computers
programme, such as the study is the centre of expertise in student available to use all over campus…
programme and the choices you counselling at the University of but the services that the university
can make within it. But also if you Groningen. The student counsellors provides extend way further than
just need a listening ear, the study of the SSC work from an independent that. This blog will show you the
advisor's door is open for you. position of trust and are in most ins-and-outs of all the resources
Conversations with a study advisor cases the contact point where you provided by the University of
are always confidential. can request educational and exami- Groningen, divided into 4 major
nation facilities. For example, if you categories: academic resources,
Contact your study advisor experience barriers because of an career resources, wellbeing/
illness or a functional impairment. health resources, and other various
www.rug.nl/studyadvisor
If, during your studies, you have resources. Let’s get started!
study-related complaints (such as
Career services stress) or psychological complaints Scan the QR code to read
Our Career Service offers a wide (such as anxiety or depression), you our student blog.
range of services to make you can contact one of the psychologists
more employable and to provide at the SSC. Courses and training
you with development opportunities programmes related to study skills
in preparation for the graduate development, stress management,
employment market. There are a personal development and more are
range of professionals on hand organized by the trainers of the SSC.
including student counsellors,
coaches and student psychologists More information
offering guidance throughout your
www.rug.nl/ssc
programme to help you consider
www.rug.nl/
your career options and develop the
extraordinarycircumstances
skills and experience you will need.
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Life beyond study
Students at the University of Groningen have a wide variety of social
and sporting opportunities for life outside of class. There are plenty of
opportunities for you to try new things at the university, as well as develop
your talents through fantastic events, sporting activities and networking
opportunities!
Faculty and study Sports
associations At the University of Groningen, Sports facilities at
Most faculties have one or more we know how much staying fit Campus Fryslân
study associations that allow you to and active can help your studies.
socialise and network with others Groningen has the ACLO as the If you are studying at Campus
doing a similar programme to you. overarching student sports organ- Fryslân in Leeuwarden, you can
These associations are often made isation home to 100 sports clubs. use the sports facilities offered
up of Dutch and international The ACLO (founded in 1945) is the by Leeuwarden Student City for a
students and arrange presentations largest student sports organisation small yearly fee. There is a choice
from professional organisations and of the Netherlands and represents of different sports, including
potential employers, as well as organ- the Groningen students’ sporting basketball, futsal, swimming and
ising social events and outings. interests at a national level. For a kickboxing.
fee of just € 59,95 per year, you will
Student associations join 19,000 others who have access
Student-run associations offer to sports and activities including More information
you the opportunity to meet other water polo, African dance, www.leeuwardenstudentcity.nl
students during your time in UG. bouldering, basketball and rugby.
Activities range from regular jazz
festivals by the Groningen Student
Big Band, to public speaking training More information
offered by Nexus (Faculty of Law) www.aclosport.nl/en
and events run by the Amnesty
Student group. Groningen also has
a lively chapter of ESN (Erasmus
Student Network), who run an
introductory week for International
students.
More information
www.rug.nl/
internationalstudentassociations
24BLOG BLOG
Student Exploring the ACLO
Associations: are Sports Centre!
they worth the hype?
The ACLO is the largest student
In this blog, I’d like to take you sports association in the
through some of the reasons Netherlands. It is often one of
why joining an association is the first stops for any student in
a good way to ensure you live Groningen who is interested in
your best student life alongside getting together for a team sport
your academic commitments! or just wants to get in shape at
Generally, joining a student the gym. Underlining the student
association is a great way to character is the fact that the
connect with new people, share ACLO is entirely run by students
experiences and learn new things. from Groningen. For this blog,
In Groningen, you will find 4 main I met up with Marlon from the
types of associations – study, ACLO board to get a tour around
student, sports and cultural the ACLO sports centre, with their
associations – each type differs main facility located at Zernike
in what they offer students but campus.
you’ll be sure to find enjoyable
experiences in each.
Scan the QR code to read Scan the QR code to read
our student blog. our student blog.
25Advancing your career
Being an employable graduate in today’s competitive job market
is about more than just gaining a university degree. Technical
and analytical skills are highly regarded by employers.
The University of Groningen strives
to equip you with:
3 Add to your CV
Potential employers are looking Career Services
• the ability to think critically about for people who are good
difficult problems and to express at teamwork, and who can The UG Career Services will
your opinion in an articulate and organise themselves and other support and prepare you to
effective manner. people, as well as manage their shape the society that you live
• access to international networks time effectively. Being involved in, whichever profession you
that will broaden your horizons. in one of the many sporting or choose to enter. We help you
• the ability to work effectively as academic clubs and societies is to develop strategies to be
part of a team. a good way to learn these skills. successful in an increasingly
• the ability to locate, organise and challenging jobs market and
critically evaluate information from
multiple sources.
4 We
Network, network, network
have a global alumni
support you to think about your
future early in your studies –
network of 120,000 graduates including one-to-one sessions
Graduating with a good degree as well as a group of international with a professional careers
constitutes the first step towards alumni ambassadors available to adviser; drop-in CV checks;
landing the right job after you provide insight into “what comes skills development workshops
graduate. There are a number next” after graduation. Our and workshops tailored to your
of ways that the University of academics also have multiple degree programme.
Groningen helps its students to links and connections, providing
stand out from the crowd and another source of valuable More information
gain a competitive edge: information. www.rug.nl/careerservices
1 A worldwide reputation
The University of Groningen has
5 ACross-cultural
global skill-set
understanding
been consistently ranked in the is a key quality in today’s
top 100 universities globally. global environment, so getting
experience abroad is invaluable.
2 Get career advice and
meet potential employers
We have a large number of
exchange partners around the
The University’s free Career world and bachelor’s students
Service offers regular work- can spend part of their degree
shops and training courses in a number of institutions
on career choice, CV writing, in countries including Japan,
interview techniques and job Australia, the USA and Brazil.
hunting. There are also career
events through the year that will
give you the opportunity to meet
with potential employers and
learn more about a particular
career.
26BLOG
Career Corner
As part of our Career Services
team, MA student Avital has
gathered the best advice for
kickstarting your career after your
studies. In her blogs, she shares
her experiences with topics such
as succeeding in job interviews,
finding work in the Netherlands
and creating an outstanding CV.
Scan the QR code to read our
student blog.
Graduate destinations
› Shell › United Nations › ABN Amro › AT&T › Ernst and Young › Deutsche Bank › SAP › Deutsche Gesellschaft
für Internationale › Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH › Embassy of Canada › Phillips › Zoological Society of London
› University of Oxford › Unilever › PWC › KPN Consulting › University of Oslo › Eurocham – Indonesia › Honeywell
› AkzoNobel › IOM – UN Migration Agency › Deloitte China › Schlumberger › Boeing › G-Star Raw › Klixar
› Queensland University of Technology › Netherlands Forensic Institute › Culture Papillon › Chevron › Nomura
› BMW Group › Max Planck Institute for Biochemistry › BSi Steel
27Groundbreaking research
The University of Groningen is home to many leading research centres,
groups and institutes, which tackle a range of global challenges through
groundbreaking research. Groningen-based researchers collaborate with
colleagues from all over the world on a daily basis and, as a Master’s student
at the UG, you will have the opportunity to be involved in this research.
The University of Groningen’s
research profile consists of the
research focus areas of the faculties
and the selected three societal
themes of the University: Healthy
Ageing, Energy and Sustainable
Society. These focus areas and
themes are interconnected and
complement each other, thus
enabling the University to actively
undertake research that seeks to
address major questions in society
and ensures that our findings can
have immediate social relevance.
Our researchers cooperate on
a large scale with partners from
business, public organisations and
the government – both within and
outside the region. Here are some
examples of how our researchers Brain Ageing application domains (Genomics,
work together with a focus on our The Brain Ageing theme involves Pharmacology, Instrumentation).
research themes: research that is aimed at under- The ambition is to combine data
standing the function of the healthy science and complexity science to
Adaptive Life programme brain and the dysfunctions of the solve the challenges arising when
The Adaptive Life programme aims nervous system with reference complex systems and big data
to integrate research into the two to neurological and psychiatric collide.
main forms of adaptation, which are disorders. Its research also empha-
a core aspect of any living system. sises translational collaboration Fundamentals of
The research focuses on connecting between lab-based and hospital- the Universe
robotics and other human-designed based researchers, integrating Recently launched, the Fundamentals
adaptive systems; the modelling different levels of neuroscience of the Universe hopes to connect
of cognition and neural networks; research. research across all length scales by
understanding biological processes using linked theories. These include
at the molecular level; energetics and Data Science and Systems a range from the Planck scale
metabolism; biomedical and pharma- Complexity is a research cluster of (quantum gravity) via sub-atomic
ceutical research, and understanding 58+ prominent senior researchers scales (particle physics), to cosmic
complex systems in relation to large in a number of basic disciplines dimensions (cosmology and
data. (Mathematics, Astronomy, Computer astrophysics). The research can
Science, Artificial Intelligence, be grouped into Building Blocks of
Systems & Control) and scientific the Universe’, ‘the Emergent Universe’
28and ‘the Instrumentation Universe’. Religion and the Human Wellbeing
A further groundbreaking series Dynamics of Culture & Biomedical
of research is entitled ‘Elucidating Religion and the Dynamics of Materials looks at the widespread use
Malignant Transformation’. The Culture which examines how of biomaterial implants in modern
programme aims to translate political systems and religions health care. Biomaterials are used in
insights into oncogenesis and interact as well as their influence post-oncological surgery, post-trauma
tumour behaviour from basic on culture and society. This is recovery and in healing to ameliorate
research into full prevention, centred around three sub-themes; the wear caused by advanced ageing.
detection and treatment methods. ‘The Interrelation of the Abrahamic Centred around the Kolff Institute, the
The researchers at the Cancer religions in their formative phases’, research considers materials science,
Research Center Groningen do ‘The former and continuing global medical product development and
this by clarifying the molecular importance of religion’ and ‘The clinical evaluation of both biomaterial
mechanisms that determine relation between Christianity, implants and extracorporeal support
malignant transformation, with the philosophy and the public domain, systems.
ultimate goal being personalised in the Western world’.
cancer therapy.
More information
www.rug.nl/researchthemes
29Studying a Bachelor’s at
the University of Groningen
The UG has 36 English-taught bachelor’s programmes,
some of which have several variants (tracks).
Numerus fixus programmes Binding study advice for
Numerus fixus programmes are bachelor’s students
high-demand programmes which First-year students at research
require a selection procedure to be universities in the Netherlands have
admitted. Per programme, there are to earn at least 3/4 of their 60 ECTS
only a selected amount of available (credits) during the first year of the
seats for the most eligible students. bachelor’s programme. This means a
The selection procedure consists of minimum of 45 ECTS of the total 60
an early admission and an entry test for that year. This is called Binding
or assignment, depending on the Study Advice (BSA) and you will be
programme. The test, together with advised in January of your first year
the candidate’s CV and motivation about your results and progress and
letter, will determine whether or not invited for a conversation with your
they are fit for the programme. study advisor. If you are not able
Since the Numerus Fixus programme to achieve the 45 credits, you will
requires more preparation, the have to discontinue your degree.
deadline is also earlier. The deadline Halfway through your first year, you
for Numerus Fixus applications is will receive what is called preliminary
January 15th at 23:59 CET. On April advice and at the end of the study
15th, the candidate will be informed if year you will receive the Binding
they have received an offer and how Study Advice.
they can accept their place on the
programme.
More information
Numerus fixus programmes in English: www.rug.nl/bsa
• International Business
• International Relations and
International Organisation
• Artificial Intelligence
• Biology
• Biomedical Engineering
• Computing Science
• Medicine
• Psychology
30Exchange semester
Studying abroad broadens your
perspective, both academically
and non-academically. We offer
you the opportunity to experience
a different culture, for living and
studying, and to find interesting
academic content outside of the
scope of your regular degree
programme. Going abroad
enhances your career options, as
many employers value an inter-
national experience. In return,
the incoming exchange students
add to the international atmos-
phere within the University of
Groningen, providing you with the
opportunity to learn to work in an
international environment.
31ENGLISH-TAUGHT
BACHELOR’S DEGREES
ENGLISH-TAUGHT BACHELOR’S DEGREES
PROGRAMMES DEADLINE
Arts
BA American Studies 1st May
BA Art History 1st May
BA Arts, Culture and Media 1st May
BA Communication and Information Studie 1st May
BA English Language and Culture 1st May
BA European Languages and Cultures 1st May
BA History 1st May
BA International Relations and International Organisation 15th January
BA Media Studies 1st May
BA Minorities & Multilingualism 1st May
Economics and Business
BSc Econometrics and Operations Research 1st May
BSc Economics and Business Economics 1st May
BSc International Business 15th January
Science and Engineering
BSc Applied Mathematics 1st May
BSc Applied Physics 1st May
BSc Artificial Intelligence 15th January
BSc Astronomy 1st May
BSc Biology 15th January
BSc Biomedical Engineering 15th January
BSc Chemical Engineering 1st May
BSc Chemistry 1st May
BSc Computing Science 15th January
BSc Industrial Engineering and Management 1st May
BSc Life Science and Technology 1st May
BSc Mathematics 1st May
BSc Pharmacy 1st May
BSc Physics 1st May
32ENGLISH-TAUGHT BACHELOR’S DEGREES
PROGRAMMES DEADLINE
Medical Sciences
BSc Medicine 15th January
Spatial Sciences
BSc Human Geography and Planning 1st May
BSc Spatial Planning and Design 1st May
Behavioural and Social Sciences
BSc Psychology 15th January
Philosophy
BA Philosophy of a specific discipline 1st May
Law
LLB International and European Law 1st May
Theology and Religious Studies
BA Religious Studies 1st May
University College Groningen
BA/BSc Liberal Arts and Sciences 1st May
Early bird:
15th January
Campus Fryslân
BSc University College Fryslän: Global responsibility 1st May
and leadership Early bird:
15th January
BSc Data Science and Society 1st May
More information
Web classes www.rug.nl/bachelors/in-english
The University of Groningen organises
web classes twice a year, which are
designed to give you a taste of the
first year of study. The web classes
last four weeks and you will undertake
a number of assignments of 2–3 hours
per week.
More information
www.rug.nl/webclasses
33How to apply to a bachelor’s or
master’s degree programme
at the University of Groningen
Applying to study at university English language
can seem like a complicated requirements
process and you may have You might be required to submit an
a number of questions. English language qualification prior
Our Student Information & to being admitted onto a programme.
Admissions Office is here to The University accepts a number of
help you make the application different qualifications such as IELTS,
procedure easier. We strive to TOEFL and C1 Advanced or CPE,
process standard applications and if you have studied in certain
within 10 working days, but countries before joining us, you might
please be aware that during not need to provide evidence of your
busy periods it can take longer English language proficiency. If you
than this. are not sure, check the website or
ask the Admissions Office.
Entry requirements
You will be able to find up-to-date
country-specific information on entry More information
requirements on our website. This about how to apply
will also give you an overview of the www.rug.nl/howtoapply
qualifications we accept but if you
are not able to find information on
the website, you can call or email the Country-specific
Admissions Office. Some courses entry requirements
may require you to submit additional www.rug.nl/
information or take supplementary internationalqualifications
exams and you can check with the
Faculty, the Admissions Office or on
the programme’s web page.
More information
www.rug.nl/admissions
34FAQ’s
Do I need to have all my Is there an application fee?
qualifications/transcripts From the September 2023–2024
before I apply? intake onwards, the UG will
You do not need to have all your charge an application fee of
qualifications before you submit €100. This fee applies to
an application. If you have not applicants with a non-Dutch
yet graduated, or have not yet diploma. We will only start
received your final diploma, you reviewing your file after this
can indicate this when applying fee has been received. The fee is
and provide provisional grades. non-refundable.
How long will it take for When is the application
me to get a decision on my deadline?
application? The official deadline for most
We aim to get back to you soon bachelor’s programmes is
after we receive your applications 1st May. The deadline for selective
and endeavour to make a decision English language programmes
for bachelor’s applications within (Artificial Intelligence; Biology;
30 days (excluding selective/ Biomedical Engineering;
numerus fixus programmes). Computing Science; International
Please be aware that this can Business; International Relations
take longer when approaching & International Organisation;
the deadline and if you do not get Medicine and Psychology) is
a response after 30 days, please 15th January each year.
contact the Admissions Office.
35Studying a Master’s Degree
at the University of Groningen
The University of Groningen offers a range of study options after your
Bachelor’s programme, from Pre-master’s to PhDs. There are also a
number of opportunities to link your UG degree to studies at partner
institutions around the world.
Premaster’s HBO graduates
Pre-master’s programmes are bridging HBO graduates (those who have Information for
programmes for students who want completed their bachelor’s degree at a applicants with a
to enter a Master’s programme, University of Applied Sciences) cannot
but have certain shortfalls in their automatically register for a Master’s non-Dutch degree
academic background. Once you have programme at the UG. However, many
successfully completed a Pre-master’s of our Master’s degree programmes Applicants with a non-Dutch
programme (lasting a maximum offer graduates of related HBO degree cannot apply for
of one year), you can enrol in the programmes a special Pre-master’s Pre-master’s programmes directly.
corresponding Master’s programme. programme. The most common You should first apply for the
During the Pre-master’s you will follow transfers have standard bridging regular Master’s programme of
courses preparing you for a specific programme, and it is worth noting that your choice. If your credentials are
Master’s degree. a combination that is less usual does insufficient for direct admission
not necessarily mean that there is no into the Master’s programme,
Pre-master’s programme available. the Admissions Office will assist
In some cases a programme can you with your registration as an
be tailored to your situation. Please international Pre-master’s student.
contact the study advisor of your Please note that not all faculties
chosen Master’s degree to discuss offer a Pre-master’s programme
your options. for applicants with a non-Dutch
education.
More information
www.rug.nl/premasters
36Erasmus Mundus
Programmes
The European Commission has
awarded the prestigious Erasmus
Mundus status to five of the
University of Groningen’s Master’s
programmes. Erasmus Mundus
aims to enhance quality in higher
education through scholarships
and academic cooperation
between Europe and the rest
of the world. The scheme offers
financial support for institutions
and scholarships for individuals.
Master’s Research Master’s/
Master’s programmes at the UG Top Master’s More information
usually combine advanced-level tuition Research Master’s and Top Master’s www.rug.nl/erasmusmundus
with the completion of a thesis (an programmes are especially geared
extended piece of writing based on towards those interested in a research
reading and independent research on career in academia or beyond. The
your chosen topic) with the super- additional second year in the two-year
vision of a member of academic staff. Research or Top Master’s programmes
You will normally be able to choose offers excellent preparation for a PhD,
from a number of modules so that and you write a PhD proposal as part
you can tailor your programme to of the programme. These programmes
what you are interested in. Master’s are more independent and while you
programmes in Arts and Humanities will still receive support and guidance
are usually one year with Science from an expert supervisor, the focus of
and Engineering Master’s being two your programme will be on your own
years. Upon completion you will be research work.
awarded a Master of Arts (MA), Master
of Science (MSc), or a Master of Laws Double Degree
(LLM) qualification; depending on your Programmes
field of study. The University works closely with
strategic international partner
universities to offer joint programmes
that enable you to study in other BLOG
countries. This means you are also
able to experience different academic
Facilities for
environments, cultures and societies.
When you complete a double degree Master’s students
programme, you receive an additional at the UG
certificate and in some cases a degree
from both universities. Scan the QR code to read our
student blog.
More information
www.rug.nl/doubledegrees
37ENGLISH-TAUGHT MASTER’S DEGREES
ENGLISH-TAUGHT MASTER’S DEGREES
PROGRAMMES DEADLINE DEADLINE
EU/EEA NON-EU/EEA
Arts
MA Archaeology (research) 1st May 1st May
MA Arts and Culture 1st May 1st May
Arts, Cognition and Criticism
Arts, Policy and Cultural Entrepreneurship
Art History
Curatorial Studies
Film and Contemporary Audiovisual Media
History of Architecture and Town Planning
Music, Theatre and Performance Studies
MA Arts and Culture (research) 1st May 1st May
Cultural Leadership (research)
Arts, Media and Literary Studies (research)
MA Classics and Ancient Civilizations 1st May 1st May
Ancient History
Classics
MA Communication and Information Science 1st May 1st May
Digital Humanities
Information Science
MA European Studies 1st May 1st May
Euroculture (erasmus mundus)
MA History 1st May 1st May
History Today
MA History (research) 1st May 1st May
Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies (research)
MA International Relations 1st May 1st May
East Asian Studies
European Politics in a Global Perspective
Geopolitics & Connectivity
International Relations and International Organization
International Political Economy
International Security
MA International Relations 120 ECTS 15th April 15th April
International Humanitarian Action (NOHA)
MA International Relations (research) 1st May 1st May
Modern History and International Relations (research)
MA Linguistics 1st May 1st May
Applied Linguistics
Theoretical and Empirical Linguistics
(formally European Linguistics)
Multilingualism
38 www.rug.nl/masters/in-englishYou can also read
