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Radboud University
Campus Heyendaal, Nijmegen Netherlands
# 272QS World University Rankings
49Undergrad. & Postgrad. Programmes
13 % International students
About Radboud University
Radboud University is among the top one percent of universities in the world. What’s more, the 2010 Nobel Prize in physics was awarded to two professors connected to Radboud University. Radboud is the best traditional, general university in the Netherlands,...
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Radboud University is among the top one percent of universities in the world. What’s more, the 2010 Nobel Prize in physics was awarded to two professors connected to Radboud University. Radboud is the best traditional, general university in the Netherlands, according to the Dutch university information guide - Keuzegids Universiteiten 2020 and has won this award 8 times in 9 years.
International campus
The university is home to international students from 100 countries, and offers them 14 Bachelor’s and 35 Master’s programmes. Across its 7 faculties, teachers and researchers from over 50 countries explore all domains of science.
Radboud strives for the highest quality - not only in education, but also in its services. Its support services extend beyond the classroom, and give students the opportunity to practice sports or enjoy a mouth-watering meal. Also, the university offers a free Dutch course to each international student.
Pre-arrival services
Radboud University provides special pre-arrival services for international students who are enrolling in an English-taught programme, including visa, housing, insurance and social activities. Students don’t have to be concerned about finding accommodation, as Radboud assists them with it.
Read lessAbout Radboud University
Radboud University is among the top one percent of universities in the world. What’s more, the 2010 Nobel Prize in physics was awarded to two professors connected to Radboud University. Radboud is the best traditional, general university in the Netherlands,...
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Radboud University is among the top one percent of universities in the world. What’s more, the 2010 Nobel Prize in physics was awarded to two professors connected to Radboud University. Radboud is the best traditional, general university in the Netherlands, according to the Dutch university information guide - Keuzegids Universiteiten 2020 and has won this award 8 times in 9 years.
International campus
The university is home to international students from 100 countries, and offers them 14 Bachelor’s and 35 Master’s programmes. Across its 7 faculties, teachers and researchers from over 50 countries explore all domains of science.
Radboud strives for the highest quality - not only in education, but also in its services. Its support services extend beyond the classroom, and give students the opportunity to practice sports or enjoy a mouth-watering meal. Also, the university offers a free Dutch course to each international student.
Pre-arrival services
Radboud University provides special pre-arrival services for international students who are enrolling in an English-taught programme, including visa, housing, insurance and social activities. Students don’t have to be concerned about finding accommodation, as Radboud assists them with it.
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Master's in Behavioural Science (Research)
Master's in Behavioural Science (Research)
Master's in Cognitive Neuroscience (Research)
Master's in Cognitive Neuroscience (Research)
Master's in Molecular Mechanisms of Disease (Research)
Master's in Molecular Mechanisms of Disease (Research)
Master's in Philosophy (Research)
Master's in Philosophy (Research)
Master's in Social and Cultural Science (Research)
Master's in Social and Cultural Science (Research)
Arts and Humanities (3)
Arts and Culture Studies
Arts and Culture Studies
English Language and Culture
English Language and Culture
Philosophy, Politics and Society
Philosophy, Politics and Society
Business and Management (3)
Economics and Business Economics
Economics and Business Economics
International Business Administration
International Business Administration
International Business Communication
International Business Communication
Engineering and Technology (2)
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence
Computing Science
Computing Science
Life Sciences and Medicine (3)
Biology (Numerus fixus programme)
Biology (Numerus fixus programme)
Molecular Life Sciences
Molecular Life Sciences
Psychology (Numerus fixus programme)
Psychology (Numerus fixus programme)
Natural Sciences (1)
Chemistry
Chemistry
Social Sciences and Management (1)
American Studies
American Studies
Arts and Humanities (10)
MA Linguistics
MA Linguistics
MA Linguistics and Communication Sciences
MA Linguistics and Communication Sciences
Master's in Theology (1 year)
Master's in Theology (1 year)
Master's in Arts and Culture
Master's in Arts and Culture
Master's in Historical, Literary and Cultural Studies (Research)
Master's in Historical, Literary and Cultural Studies (Research)
Master's in History
Master's in History
Master's in North American Studies
Master's in North American Studies
Master's in Philosophy (Research)
Master's in Philosophy (Research)
Master's in Philosophy, Politics and Society
Master's in Philosophy, Politics and Society
Master's in Theology (3 years)
Master's in Theology (3 years)
Business and Management (2)
Master's in Business Administration
Master's in Business Administration
Master's in Economics
Master's in Economics
Engineering and Technology (3)
Master's in Artificial Intelligence
Master's in Artificial Intelligence
Master's in Computing Science
Master's in Computing Science
Master's in Information Sciences
Master's in Information Sciences
Life Sciences and Medicine (7)
Master's in Molecular Sciences
Master's in Molecular Sciences
Master's in Biology
Master's in Biology
Master's in Biomedical Sciences
Master's in Biomedical Sciences
Master's in Cognitive Neuroscience (Research)
Master's in Cognitive Neuroscience (Research)
Master's in Medical Biology
Master's in Medical Biology
Master's in Molecular Mechanisms of Disease (Research)
Master's in Molecular Mechanisms of Disease (Research)
Master's in Psychology
Master's in Psychology
Natural Sciences (3)
Master's in Mathematics
Master's in Mathematics
Master's in Physics and Astronomy
Master's in Physics and Astronomy
Science for Sustainability
Science for Sustainability
Social Sciences and Management (11)
Intersectional Gender Studies
Intersectional Gender Studies
Master's in Anthropology and Development Studies
Master's in Anthropology and Development Studies
Master's in Behavioural Science (Research)
Master's in Behavioural Science (Research)
Master's in Communication and Information Studies
Master's in Communication and Information Studies
Master's in Environment and Society Studies
Master's in Environment and Society Studies
Master's in Human Geography
Master's in Human Geography
Master's in International and European Law
Master's in International and European Law
Master's in Pedagogical Sciences
Master's in Pedagogical Sciences
Master's in Political Science
Master's in Political Science
Master's in Social and Cultural Science (Research)
Master's in Social and Cultural Science (Research)
Master's in Spatial Planning
Master's in Spatial Planning
University information
Deadlines
Applications for both Bachelor's and Master's programmes open up 1 October. The deadlines are as follows:
We offer scholarships for non-EU/EEA Master's...
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Deadlines
Applications for both Bachelor's and Master's programmes open up 1 October. The deadlines are as follows:
We offer scholarships for non-EU/EEA Master's students. Please check our overview of scholarships to see which ones you can apply for.
Admission requirements for Bachelor's programmes
High school diploma
Your diploma must be equivalent to a Dutch VWO diploma or a higher-level diploma. Additional requirements may apply, for example, a diploma from an academic stream, a specific level/course, or a certificate in Mathematics.
Command of the English language
When applying for admission to an English-taught Bachelor’s or Master’s programme at Radboud University, you need to have sufficient command of the language. There are various ways to prove this, sometimes through your diploma or citizenship and in other cases through a language test certificate (TOEFL iBT, IELTS, Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)).
Read more about admission requirements for Bachelor’s programmes here.
Admission requirements for Master's programmes
Bachelor's degree
Your foreign Bachelor's degree must be equivalent to a Bachelor's degree obtained at a Dutch research university (BA or BSc). Your Bachelor's degree needs to be in the same area of study as the Master's degree that you are applying for. A Bachelor's degree from a university of applied science is not accepted for direct admission. You may be required to follow a pre-Master's programme first to improve your knowledge of the scientific field, before starting a Master's programme. Please note that not all studies offer a pre-Master’s programme.
Command of the English language
When applying for admission to an English-taught Bachelor’s or Master’s programme at Radboud University, you need to have sufficient command of the language. There are various ways to prove this, sometimes through your diploma or citizenship and in other cases through a language test certificate (TOEFL iBT, IELTS, Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)).
Read more about admission requirements for Master’s programmes here.
Do you want to know whether you are eligible for one of our programmes? Do the e-check and find out in a matter of minutes!
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Facilities on campus
All the university’s facilities are concentrated together on the one square kilometre of the former Heyendael estate: the lecture rooms and research labs, the University Hospital, the libraries, offices, the accommodation for student organisations, the cafés and cafeterias, the guesthouse, a supermarket, a book shop and the biggest university sports centre in Europe! ...
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Facilities on campus
All the university’s facilities are concentrated together on the one square kilometre of the former Heyendael estate: the lecture rooms and research labs, the University Hospital, the libraries, offices, the accommodation for student organisations, the cafés and cafeterias, the guesthouse, a supermarket, a book shop and the biggest university sports centre in Europe! When it is nearing the end of your studies, our Career Service Office is readily available to assist you through personal coaching. Of course, international students are entitled to make use of the same facilities on campus as Dutch students and staff. Visit our website for more information about Radboud University facilities and services.
Research facilities
Radboud invests in unique research facilities of international significance. Examples are the combination of magnets and lasers for materials research at HFML FELIX and brain scan facilities for research at the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, as well as the wealth of research opportunities offered by the Catholic Documentation Centre and the university library’s special collections. All research at Radboud University takes place in its research institutes.
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International student environment
Radboud University is located in the historical city of Nijmegen in the Netherlands. Nijmegen is a true student city and is the oldest city in the country. As a student, you will find studying here to be full of life and excellent value for money. Nearly all nationalities are represented on campus ranging from Lebanon to China to the USA. Of...
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Student life
International student environment
Radboud University is located in the historical city of Nijmegen in the Netherlands. Nijmegen is a true student city and is the oldest city in the country. As a student, you will find studying here to be full of life and excellent value for money. Nearly all nationalities are represented on campus ranging from Lebanon to China to the USA. Of all students, 10.6% are international and of all first-year students, 20.5% are international.
Sports and facilities
Aside from studies and research – Radboud University offers a vibrant and lively international environment situated in the oldest city in the Netherlands - Nijmegen. Here, you can enjoy one of the best sports centres the country has to offer, explore the campus life and the many cultural events of this vibrant student city, or hop on a train for a quick getaway. Radboud strives for the highest quality - not only in education, but also in its services. Its support services extend beyond the classroom, and give students the opportunity to practice sports or enjoy a mouth-watering meal. Also, the university offers a free Dutch course to each international student.
The International Office of Radboud University provides special pre-arrival services for international students who are enrolling in an English-taught programme, including visa, housing, insurance and social activities. Students don’t have to be concerned about finding accommodation, as Radboud assists them with it.
Orientation and social activities
At the beginning of each semester there is an Orientation especially for our new international students. This Orientation includes fun activities such as tours of the university and the city, sporting events and parties. By participating in this programme you will quickly get to know both Nijmegen and Radboud University, and make new friends from around the world! In addition, the student organisation, ISN Nijmegen, organises a number of social activities for international students throughout the year such as excursions, language tandems, parties and dinners.
Students' view on studying at Radboud University
You can find out more about student life at Radboud University by reading our international student's blogs or by joining the Study at Radboud Facebook community. Alternatively, you can contact our students directly via chat.
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During your studies, the university offers training sessions and workshops for personal development in your studies and career as well as study and career planning services. These services are offered on appointment with an advisor to help you wade through any important questions you may have concerning your study programme, follow-up studies or next steps in your career. In...
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Career Service
During your studies, the university offers training sessions and workshops for personal development in your studies and career as well as study and career planning services. These services are offered on appointment with an advisor to help you wade through any important questions you may have concerning your study programme, follow-up studies or next steps in your career. In addition, every faculty at Radboud University has a Career Service that offers you the chance to search for internships, have your CV checked, and get help with applying for jobs, setting up your own business or personal advice in career planning.
Professional network
Studying at Radboud provides students with the opportunity to build a powerful professional network. What’s more, students will become part of the Radboud alumni network, so they can stay connected with fellow classmates and professors, and branch out when looking for new opportunities. Radboud University stimulates and supports student development to help students improve their employability in the job market and better their careers. Students are trained in strong communication skills in preparation for the job market.
Graduate outcome
On completion of a Master’s diploma at Radboud, 94.4% of its graduates were found to be in a paid job within 1.5 years.
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Domestic Students
International Students
Rankings & Ratings
Radboud University is one of the top public universities in Nijmegen, Netherlands. It is ranked #272 in QS World University Rankings 2025.
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QS WUR Ranking By Subject
QS Sustainability Ranking
Europe University Rankings - Western Europe
Ranking criteria
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QS WUR Ranking By Subject
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Europe University Rankings - Western Europe
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Radboud University
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Campus locations
Main Campus
Campus Heyendaal Campus
Houtlaan 4
Nijmegen
NL
6525 XZ
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Frequently Asked Questions
In order to apply for a study programme at Radboud University, you can go to Studielink and submit a request for enrolment. Then you will receive log in details for our online application system Osiris, where you will upload your application documents, such as your diploma and your transcript of grades. Then, your application will be assessed and you will hear as soon as possible whether or not you can be (conditionally) admitted to the study programme. You can find a guide on How to Apply here.
Please see the overview of our English-taught Bachelor’s programmes or the overview of our English-taught Master's programmes and go to the webpage of the study programme of your interest for the specific language requirements.
Then, choose "admission requirements" in the bar on the left. On that page, you will find the specific language requirements for your study programme.
Yes, Radboud University offers several Scholarships for Master students . Each scholarship comes with its own unique eligibility criteria, requirements and deadline(s) so make sure to check out the page of the scholarship that suits you best for all the specific details. Be aware that most of these scholarships are not fully funded.