Top 5 Reasons to Study a Masters in the Netherlands

This article is sponsored by the University of Groningen.

Do you want to go one step further? Do you want more in-depth information, and crave more specific knowledge? Are you ready to become a master in your own field of study? Want to improve your employment prospects and gain international experience? Don’t wait any longer – apply for a postgraduate program! And check out these five reasons to study in the Netherlands for your master’s degree…

1. Choose from a wide range of programs in English or Dutch

Are you ready for the next big step? It is time to make your dream a reality! The Netherlands has a very rich history in providing education and is therefore the ideal choice for any type of student. A master’s program normally takes one or two years to complete. Most master’s programs in the Netherlands are taught in both English and Dutch, so there is no longer a need for incoming students to be fluent in Dutch. Programs taught in English range from international studies to engineering, and everything in between.

2. Improve your employment prospects 

It is hard for many graduates to find a good job at their level of expertise. The main reasons for this are a lack of distinctive knowledge and a lack of work experience. It is therefore important to stand out from the crowd, and pursuing a master’s degree in the Netherlands can help you achieve this. A master’s program can:

• Make you more distinctive and more valuable to employers;
• Give you more specialized knowledge;
• Help you find a good job more quickly;
• Enable you, on average, to earn more money than with an undergraduate degree;
• Allow you to become an expert in a specific field;
• Open up opportunities to continue your academic journey.

When choosing your master’s program, remember to consider your employment prospects. What are you chances in the labor market after graduation? Will you find a good job? How much could you earn? Also consider the possibility of working outside your home country.

Check relevant job advertisements and compare the requirements with your own CV, your qualifications and competences. What do you need to study in order to fulfill the requirements? Make sure you know the exact requirements and try to anticipate possible changes.

3. Benefit from low tuition fees

The tuition fees for study in the Netherlands are relatively low. A postgraduate program for EU students normally costs €1,984 for one academic year. The fees for non-EU students are higher, depending on the program you wish to pursue. There are a range of scholarships and grants available for highly motivated international students with good grades. Check the Grantfinder for more specific details.

4. Study at a world-leading university 

When you’ve made the decision to study a postgraduate degree, it is always best to choose one of the top 100 research universities in the world. The Netherlands offers a good selection of internationally ranked universities, including the University of Groningen. Ranked among the world’s top 100, the University of Groningen offers more than 100 different English-taught one- and two-year master’s programs. The university is strongly internationally oriented and has a very good international reputation in a range of subjects.

5. Enjoy life in an international and student-focused city

Besides being home to a world-class university, the city of Groningen has a lot to offer in its own right. Groningen has a strong reputation for being lively, open-minded and straightforward. One of the youngest cities in the Netherlands, it is home to more than 50,000 students from all over the world. With approximately 116 nationalities in one city, Groningen is definitely one of the most international student cities in the Netherlands. The perfect city and university for your next big move!