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University of Groningen will provide you with a truly international
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All this takes place in the City of Talent: Groningen – a city
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We are looking forward to welcoming you!
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Prof. dr. Elmer Sterken

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The University of Groningen
Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen is one of

the oldest universities in Europe. It is characterized by
a modern, student-oriented vision on education and it
enjoys an international reputation as one of the leading
research universities.
An International Community: Passion and Performance

The University of Groningen realizes that knowledge has no borders
and knows no boundaries – it is universal. Already in the 17th
century, close to half of the students and lecturers came from
outside the Netherlands. Today, close to 55% of our 1,500 PhD
students are international students. By attracting genuine talent,
irrespective of the country of origin, we ensure the quality of
teaching and research.
Leading Research University: Facilitating Excellence

We belong to the top three percent of European Research Universities
in the fields of:
› Nanoscience
› Ecology/Biology
› Materials Sciences
› Chemistry
› Physics
Other strong research groups are Molecular Biology, Medical Sciences,

Neurosciences, Sociology, Marketing, Philosophy, Theology, Archeology
and Arts & Humanities.
All awarded degrees have been accredited by the Dutch
Government and are internationally acknowledged.
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FACTS & FIGURES FAMOUS GRADUATES & SCIENTISTS

› 28,756 students › Aletta Jacobs, first female student in the Netherlands
› 5,990 international students › Wim Duisenberg, first president of the European Bank
› 11 Faculties & 9 Graduate Schools › Several members of the Royal Family
› Bachelor, Master and PhD › Jacob Cornelius Kapteyn, discoverer of evidence of galactic
› 140 English-taught degree programmes rotation
› 14 Double Degree programmes › Frits Zernike, Nobel Prize Physics 1953
› 8 Erasmus Mundus programmes › Ben Feringa, Nobel Prize Chemistry 2016
Teaching and the Educational System
With a degree from the University of Groningen, you

can be confident that you have the required skills and
theoretical background to pursue your future career.
Teaching style ECTS and Grading

Study programmes are carefully defined and highly structured. ECTS is an EU standardized system for measuring study load as a way
Independence and individual opinions are highly valued in Dutch to facilitate international mobility.
education. Our system might be different though from the educational
system you are used to. To help and guide you, the University of 1 ECTS = 28 hours of study (incl. contact hours, reading, exam
Groningen offers several student support facilities. preparation, etc.)
60 ECTS = one year
Teaching methods
Most of your courses will employ a mixture of two or more of the Grading
teaching methods mentioned below. The Dutch grading scale runs from 1 (lowest grade) to 10 (highest
› Lecture: large group of students, listening to a professor, less grade). As an indication, 5,5 is a passing grade. Please be aware that
interaction grades 9, 10 and all grades lower than 3 are highly exceptional
› Seminar: small group, a lot of interaction, active participation is and are therefore rarely given.
expected
› Work/project group: a group of 3-5 students conducting their own Dutch Education
research, active participation is expected, guidance from the The Netherlands has two types of universities: Universities of Applied
professor when needed Sciences and Research Universities. The first are more career-oriented
› Independent study: independent research projects, guidance from and offer 4 year Bachelors (B) and 1-2 year Masters (M), while they
the professor when needed do not offer PhD degrees. Research Universities are more research-
oriented, offer 3 year Bachelor degrees (BA, BSc, LLB), 1-2 year Masters
(MA, MSc, LLM) and do offer PhD degrees. Depending on your future
career wishes, you should be very aware of the difference between
these two types of universities.
The University of Groningen is the only Dutch higher education institution to have an ECTS label and a
Diploma Supplement label, awarded and recognized by the European Commission
BSc Applied Physics
KEY FACTS
› Start programme: 1 September
› Duration: 36 months
› Tuition fees EU/non-EU:
approx. €2,083 / €12,500
COURSE EXAMPLES
› Materials Science and Design
› Nanophysics- and Technology
› Physics of Fluids
GENERAL INFORMATION
Physics is concerned with describing and predicting natural phenomena. Applied physics
is concerned with applying physics in technical solutions. Design and construction are
important aspects of this.
Applied physics is at the heart of society. It forms the basis for many of the products we › Management consultancy
use in daily life. The programme has a strong interdisciplinary orientation, with an › Engineering consultancies
emphasis on combinations of subjects: physics with design studies, nanotechnology, new › Research institutes
materials and systems and control engineering More information
Programme website
Applied physics involves studying not only how phenomena come about, but also how to www.rug.nl/bachelors/applied-physics
use them for technical solutions. The programme focuses on theory and practice. Questions?
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Applied physics is an academic subject, which means that you acquire not only knowledge,
but also skills such as presentation, working in a team and setting up and conducting
research. We teach you critical appraisal skills, which you will learn to apply to your own
and other's work.
Career prospects
Many applied physicists choose a career in industry. The business world is keen on their
analytical skills. Possible jobs include:
› Research at an R&D division
› Advisor for banks and insurance companies
› Consultant
WHY CHOOSE US? Application Admission

› Awarded the Top-degree label You can apply online, please go to › Pre-university diploma including
› Our materials science research www.rug.nl/howtoapply physics and mathematics
ranks in THES world's Top-15 › English test (except for English
› In the first year you can switch › Application deadline all students: 1 native speakers): TOEFL IBT 90 or
to BSc Physics May IELTS 6.5
Please visit our website for
detailed information.
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BSc Artificial Intelligence
KEY FACTS
› Tuition fees EU/non-EU: approx.
€2,083 / € 12,500
COURSE EXAMPLES
› Autonomous Systems
› Architectures of Intelligence
› Language and Speech Technology
GENERAL INFORMATION
How can you develop an autonomous car? How does a computer recognize speech or
emotions? How can software and devices be aligned to the way humans think?
In the international Bachelor's degree programme in Artificial Intelligence you will study › knowledge technologist, often working for
intelligence and develop 'intelligent' and user-friendly products. institutions with large databases
› self-employed
This international degree programme focuses on human thinking, artificial thinking More information
(computers, robots) and behaviour in social systems (e.g. group behaviour). You will study Programme website
the underlying processes in order to predict or simulate behaviour. www.rug.nl/bachelors/artificial-
intelligence/
Interdisciplinary curriculum Questions?
Artificial Intelligence draws on knowledge from various disciplines, such as cognitive sciencebachelors@rug.nl
psychology, linguistics, computing science, logic and philosophy. You will develop skills in Facebook
these areas in the first year, after which you deepen your knowledge in the subdiscipline
you prefer, such as machine learning, robotics or cognitive science.
Career prospects
Artificial intelligence teaches you to consider things from various perspectives and provides
excellent communication skills. That is extremely valuable to many businesses and
institutions. Examples include:
› the corporate sector, e.g. in Research & Development

› Acclaimed best BSc You can apply online, please go to › Pre-university diploma
Artificial Intelligence of the www.rug.nl/howtoapply including mathematics
Netherlands Application deadline EU students: 15 › English test (except for English
January native speakers): TOEFL IBT 90 or
› Groningen is known for unique Application deadline non-EU IELTS 6.5
research on cognitive modeling, logic students: 15 January Please visit our website for
and handwriting recognition. detailed information.
› Artificial Intelligence in Groningen is

an international bachelor. Jobs will be
available to you all over the world!

BSc Astronomy
KEY FACTS
€2,083 / €12,500
COURSE EXAMPLES
› Physics of Stars/Galaxies
› Cosmology
› Interstellar Medium
› Astrophysical Hydrodynamics
GENERAL INFORMATION
How old is the Universe? How do galaxies develop? What is found between the stars?
How are planetary systems formed? Are you fascinated by questions like these? Then
Astronomy is right for you!
If you are interested in natural sciences, this international programme will appeal to you. - High-tech companies producing satellites
You will study the physical processes in the universe, which means that physics and
and telescopes
mathematics are an important part of the programme.
- International software firms
- Large financial institutions
Our three-year programme ranks as a top-degree in the Netherlands and has a regular
intake of 50-60 students, ensuring many contact hours and availability of excellent facilities. More information
You still have the opportunity to switch to (Applied) Mathematics in the first semester and Programme website
you can still switch to (Applied) Physics in the first year. This means you can never go www.rug.nl/bachelors/astronomy/
wrong! Questions?
The Groningen astronomers are among the best in the world. Research has been carried Facebook
out at the University since 1883. Groningen astronomers collaborated in the development /sciencestudentsuniversityofgroningen
of the HIFI instrument in the Herschel space telescope, and are involved in the
international LOFAR network of radio telescopes.
Career prospects
Astronomy graduates are highly popular among employers. They find jobs in astronomy,
but just as easily in the business sector – both within and outside the
Netherlands. Organisation examples include:
- Master/PhD in Astronomy
- Research institutes

› Observatory on campus You can apply online, please go to › Pre-university diploma including
› Observing programmes on the www.rug.nl/howtoapply physics and mathematics
Canary Islands › English test (except for English
› Switching options: Swith to native speakers): TOEFL IBT 90 or
Mathematics or Physics during first › Application deadline all students: 1 IELTS 6.5
year. May Please visit our website for

BSc Biology
KEY FACTS
› Start: 1 September
› Tuition fees EU / non-EU:
approx. €2,0683 / €12,500
FIELDS OF INTEREST
› Molecular life sciences
› Biomedical sciences
› Ecology & evolution
› Behaviour or general biology
GENERAL INFORMATION
How is climate change affecting marine life? How can we modify the DNA of bacteria so
that we can use them to produce drugs? What happens in the brain while you are asleep?
These are the kinds of questions biologists ask. Biologists are not only interested in plants More information
and animals, they also study pathogens, human cells and behaviour. During the first Programme website
semester, you will initially focus on the living cell, and then continue with cell biology, http://www.rug.nl/bachelors/biology/
biochemistry and genetics. The next part of the programme will focus on complex Questions?
organisms. You will take subjects such as Physiology & Therapy and Diversity & sciencebachelors@rug.nl
Behaviour. Alongside the theory, you will also regularly attend practicals. Facebook
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During the second semester and the second year, you can choose a field of interest that
suits you best: molecular life sciences, biomedical sciences, ecology and evolution,
behaviour or general biology. You will go on to learn more about the brain and behaviour or
molecular genetics, for example. Or you might focus on human and animal physiology or
diversity and evolution. In the third year you will do your own research. You will also follow
a half-year minor, during which you will attend course units from a field of study or degree
programme of your choice.
Career prospects
› Ecologist
› Environmental consultant
› Biotechnologist
› Marine biologist or microbiologist
› Policy or project assistant, teacher
Why choose us? Application Admission

› Wide choice of specializations that You can apply online, please go to › Pre-university diploma including
you can major in, broad-based first www.rug.nl/howtoapply physics, chemistry, biology
semester and/or mathematics
› The biomedical programmes have › English test (except for English
close ties with the University Medical › Application deadline all students: 1 native speakers): TOEFL 580/237/92
Center Groningen May or IELTS 6.5
› Unique Master's degree programme Please visit our website for
in Marine Biology detailed information.

BSc Chemistry
KEY FACTS
€2,083 / €12,500
COURSE EXAMPLES
› Molecular Design
› Green Chemistry and Technology
› Cellular Chemistry
GENERAL INFORMATION
How can you make a flexible solar cell that can be fixed to anything? How can you build a
molecular-scale motor? These are some of the fascinating questions that you will try to
answer as a chemist.
Chemistry is the study of molecules and how they interact. As a chemist equipped with this › coating industry
knowledge, you can produce new substances and materials or devise solutions for all sorts › computer industry
of problems. › biotechnology companies
› examples of enterprises: Shell, Proctor
Chemistry is a broad discipline has many parallels with other science subjects such as and Gamble, Philips, Akzo Nobel
physics, mathematics, astronomy and biology. If you are interested in exploring the More information
interfaces with those subjects, you can do so in Groningen! You can expand your Programme website
knowledge of chemistry and discover and apply new materials. www.rug.nl/bachelors/chemistry/
Questions?
As a chemist you will have excellent career prospects. There are openings in a variety of sciencebachelors@rug.nl
areas, such as business, health care, environmental inspection and education. Facebook
Chemists are often involved in the development of new medicines, or in the search for new
synthetic materials with special properties. Another path is the creation of a more
sustainable world because trough solutions for generating energy, for example using
sunlight or motion.
Career prospects
Chemistry graduates find jobs mainly in research & development or management positions.
Examples include:
› food processing industry
› pharmaceutical industry
› synthetics industry

› Assessed by students as the best You can apply online, please go to › Pre-university diploma
Chemistry degree in the country www.rug.nl/howtoapply including chemistry, physics and
› During the first year you can switch mathematics
to BSc Chemical Engineering › English test (except for English
› Our materials science research › Application deadline all students: 1 native speakers): TOEFL 580/237/92
May or IELTS 6.5
ranks in THES world's Top Ten
Please visit our website for

BSc Computing Science
KEY FACTS
approx. €2,083 / €12,500
COURSE EXAMPLES
› Algorithms and Data Structures
› Software Analysis and Design
› Computer Graphics
GENERAL INFORMATION
How do you develop safe apps for mobile phones? How do you produce 3D images of an
MRI scan? How do you program a computer system to find the quickest travel route?
We are becoming increasingly dependent on computers, but they cannot work without us › computer suppliers and software houses
either! After all, someone has to tell them what to do. That requires people who enjoy › consultancy firms
devising ever-smarter solutions and innovations. › computation or research centres
› creating your own business.
Computing scientists design, improve and implement the software and computer systems More information
that businesses and our social life cannot do without.
Programme website
www.rug.nl/bachelors/computing-
Computing Science is the discipline that involves the study and development of computer
science/
systems. This can involve either new or existing systems. The stimulating aspect of this
Questions?
degree programme is that you can put the knowledge and skills you acquire to practical
use straightaway, for example by writing a useful computer programme.
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If you choose to study Computing Science at Groningen, you will learn high level
programming in several languages. But programming accounts for only a quarter of the
degree. You will also be producing documentation, carrying out analyses, working with
others, giving presentations and writing.
Computing science is a good subject to study if you have wide-ranging interests; it can be
easily combined with another subject area.
Career prospects
In many areas there is a great demand for well-trained computing scientists. Examples
include:
› banks and insurance companies

› Assessed by students as the best You can apply online, please go to › Pre-university diploma
national Computing Science degree www.rug.nl/howtoapply including mathematics
› Excellent facilities: Stella mega- › English test (except for English
computer, world's largest native speakers): TOEFL 580/237/92
touchscreen › Application deadline all students: 1 or IELTS 6.5
› Switch to BSc Artificial Intelligence May Please visit our website for
in your first year detailed information

BSc Life Science and Technology
KEY FACTS
› Start: 1 September
› Tuition fees EU / non-EU:
approx. €2,083 / €12,500
FIELDS OF INTEREST
› Biomedical technology
› Biomedical sciences
› Molecular life sciences
› Behaviour
GENERAL INFORMATION
Can we generate new organs from human cells? How do you design an artificial hip? How
do diseases like cancer develop and what is the best way to treat them?
In the first semester of Life Science and Technology, you will initially follow basic course More information
units on the living cell, and then continue with cell biology, biochemistry and genetics. The Programme website
next part of the programme will focus on complex organisms. You will take subjects such http://www.rug.nl/bachelors/life-science-
as physiology & therapy and diversity & behaviour. You will also regularly have practicals. and-technology?
Questions?
During the second semester and the second year, you can choose a field of interest that sciencebachelors@rug.nl
suits you best: biomedical technology (the design and workings of biomaterials, prostheses Facebook
and instrumentation), biomedical sciences (the causes of diseases), behaviour (how the sciencestudentsuniversityofgroningen/
brains and neural functions such as learning, memory and emotions work), molecular life
sciences (life processes at the molecular level).
In the second and third years, you will specialize in the field of study of your choice and
conduct your own research.
Career prospects
› Researcher
› Project leader or policy advisor with a university, government agency or research institute
› Teacher, press officer or science journalist
Why choose us? Application Admission

› Wide choice of specializations that You can apply online, please go to › Pre-university diploma including
you can major in, broad-based first www.rug.nl/howtoapply physics, chemistry, mathematics
semester › Application deadline all students: 1 › English test (except for English
› The biomedical programmes have May native speakers): TOEFL 580/237/92
close ties with the University Medical or IELTS 6.5
Center Groningen Please visit our website for
› Best bachelor degree programme in detailed information.
Life Science and Technology in the
Netherlands according to Elsevier

BSc Medicine, profile Molecular Medicine
KEY FACTS
€ 2,083 / € 32,000
COURSE EXAMPLES
› Respiration and Circulation
› Infection and Immunity
› Dysregulation and Chronic
Diseases
GENERAL INFORMATION
How can a virus be used to correct a genetic defect? How can a single DNA mutation
cause cancer? How can drugs be delivered specifically to the place where they are needed?
The Groningen BSc and MSc degree programmes have met with considerable More information
appreciation from students, educational experts and quality assessment boards. Over Program
35,000 medical doctors have been trained in Groningen. Admissions
Email: admission@rug.nl
In this international BSc profile, special attention is paid to aspects of molecular medicine, Facebook
such as the biology of ageing, biomaterials and genome based innovations. Special
attention is given to aspects of translational an fundamental biomedical research, as future
physicians have to be prepared for participating in innovative fundamental biomedical or
technological research. During the Bachelor stage students must learn Dutch to facilitate
communication with patients. The teaching in the follow-on MSc degree programme (also 3
years) is in Dutch.
› Multidisciplinary curriculum
› Problem-based learning
› Patient-centred
› Molecular Medicine
› Junior Scientific Master class (optional)
Career prospects
Graduates of the BSc degree programme in Medicine, Molecular Medicine profile can
continue with the MSc in Medicine degree programme (in Dutch) of the University of
Groningen. Completion of this programme qualifies graduates to register as medical
doctors in the Netherlands (and in other European Union countries).

› Patient-centred curriculum Please visit our website for › Programme is a fixed quota
› Molecular medicine interest instructions programme with a limited number of
› International student population Application deadline for EU + Non-EU places. Please visit our website for
students: 15 January detailed information.

BSc Physics
KEY FACTS
approx. €2,083 / €12,500
COURSE EXAMPLES
› Quantum Physics
› Energy from Gas
› Nanoprobing and Nanofabrication
GENERAL INFORMATION
How does nature works and how can we use it? By making models and formulating
natural laws, we can describe and predict the natural world. It leads to experimental
research and practical applications.
Physics is a 'hard' science: it is concerned with hard figures, precise and pure › Banks and insurance companies
measurements. These are used to produce models and explain natural phenomena. › Software and automation companies
The Bachelor's programme in Physics lasts three years. During your 1st year, you will › Research institutes and universities
study basic subjects such as linear algebra and relativity. You will also take practical More information
courses. After this year, you can choose between three specializations: Programme website
www.rug.nl/bachelors/physics/
General Physics - There are three fields of interest: theoretical physics describes and Questions?
explains nature in a mathematical manner. Nanophysics studies materials on the sciencebachelors@rug.nl
nanometre scale. Particle physics deals with the smallest building stones of materials. Facebook
Energy and Sustainability - What is the physics behind the various processes used in the
present and (possible) future forms of energy? How can we assure sufficient energy
availability for future generations?
Life and Health - How does a CT scan works and what are the effects of radiation? Life
and Health deals with medical research and addresses biophysics as well as technique.
Career prospects
Physics graduates have excellent career options and many choose to go into business.
The business world loves physicists, particularly because of their ability to analyse.
Examples include:
› Industry
› Consultancy

› Our materials science research You can apply online, please go to › Pre-university diploma including
ranks in THES world's Top Ten www.rug.nl/howtoapply physics and mathematics
› In the first year you can switch › Application deadline all students: 1 › English test (except for English
to BSc Applied Physics May native speakers): TOEFL 580/237/92
› The possibility to specialise not only or IELTS 6.5
in General Physics but in Energy & Please visit our website for
Sustainability or Life & Health as well detailed information.

University of Groningen Graduate Schools:
Matching Science with Education
In the University of Groningen Graduate Schools, highly

esteemed staff members and talented students sharing
a common interest are brought together in a coherent
research education track that incorporates 2-year
Research Masters and PhD training programmes
(2-4 years).
Although these Master and PhD programmes can be followed

seperately, the Graduate School offers students a unique opportunity
to perform high level research with the support of scholars excelling
in a specified field of expertise. Input from distinguished scientific staff
from nine different faculties ensures an interdisciplinary environment,
in which you will have access to a wide range of (external) networks
and a variety of tailor-made services, activities and events that will
enhance your scientific skills.
For students who wish to follow a 2-year Research Master, the

Graduate school can be an extra boost to their career prospects
as well as an excellent preparation for a PhD. For PhD students the
Graduate school provides a balanced mix of expert supervision,
tailor-made postgraduate training and the freedom to pursue your
own ideas within relevant research themes.
The Groningen Graduate School facilitates a union of outstanding

science and excellent education, preparing you for high level scientific
and professional careers.
For more information please go to: www.rug.nl/graduateschools

“Excel at the Frontiers of Knowledge”:
University of Groningen Bachelor’s Honours Programme
The University of Groningen’s primary objective is to

offer education that is tailored to the individual qualities
and aspirations of every student, thus optimizing their
chances on the job market. In keeping with this vision,
we want to offer talented and ambitious students the
opportunity to further develop their knowledge and
skills through the comprehensive, university-wide
Honours Programme.
Following the Honours Programme, worth 45 ECTS, alongside your

regular Bachelor degree will enable you to exercise your discipline at a
higher level by both deepening and broadening your knowledge. This
means that you will explore more intensely the core areas and current
research themes related to your own field, and you will be introduced
to scientifically and socially relevant themes in other fields of study.
This combination will provide you with new insights and will broaden
your perspective, preparing you for a leading role in today’s knowledge
economy.
In order to pay optimal attention to personal development, classes

consist of small groups. The intensive contact with other highly
motivated students and prominent academics generates a close-knit
community in which you will be challenged to “excel at the frontiers of
knowledge.”
Most of the Honours courses are taught in English. They start after the
first semester of the first year.
For more information please visit: www.rug.nl/honours

Accommodation: A Home Away From Home
The Netherlands is one of the smallest countries in

Europe and one of the most densely populated countries
in the world. Foreign visitors are often surprised to
learn how difficult and expensive the housing situation
is. The University of Groningen, like many other Dutch
universities, does not have a campus. This means
that every year, thousands of new first-year students
scramble to find a room or an appartment. Finding a
room can sometimes be a frustrating experience, so try
to be patient.
Since you are an international student, the Housing Office, a non-

profit organization acting as an intermediary, will help you find
temporary furnished housing. Housing is scarce and not cheap, so try
not to be disapointed when you see what you are offered (and how
much it costs). Bear in mind that local students are also paying high
prices for their accommodation.
In most cases you will be housed in one of the International Student

Houses that are spread throughout the city of Groningen. These
houses employ (Dutch) student managers to welcome new students
and act as caretakers. Matching Dutch student accommodation, the
facilities include:
› Private study/bedroom
› Shared kitchen and bathroom, shared living rooms
› Fully furnished (bed, desk, lamp, chair, closet/locker)
› Free wireless internet
Living with other international students, you will quickly feel at home
in the multicultural, relaxed atmosphere. For some it might be a
challenge, but for most students it will be one of the best parts of their
study abroad experience.
For more information please visit www.housingoffice.nl

International Master in Innovative Medicine
KEY FACTS
› Start program: 1 September
› Application deadline: 15 January
2020
COURSE EXAMPLES
› Recent Developments in Cell and
Cellular Processes
› Research Internship
› Industrial Perspectives on
Innovative Medicine
GENERAL INFORMATION
Are you an aspiring translational biomedical researcher? Would you like to receive
your master's degree training with the network of the best European and Latin American
universities? Are you looking for an opportunity to gain insight into private sector
priorities and the societal impact of biomedical research? If the answer to those questions
is yes, you may want to consider the International Master in Innovative Medicine.
The Erasmus+ International Master in Innovative Medicine (IMIM) is a two-year More information
programme that was awarded the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree programme Programme website
(EMJMD) excellence label in 2015 and again in 2019. As an IMIM student, you receive www.innovativemedicine.eu
tailor-made training by at least two of the three EU partners at University of Groningen (the
Netherlands), Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg (Germany) and Uppsala Universitet Questions?
(Sweden). Additionally, you have the opportunity to do a research internship at one of imim@rug.nl
IMIM's industry partners or one of the programme's Latin American partner institutions:
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile; Universidade de São Paulo; Universidad de
Antioquia; or Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México.
Disclaimer
With the support of the Erasmus+
The common thread throughout IMIM is the 'From Bench to Bedside and Back' (BBB)
programme of the European Union. This
Learning Line. BBB helps you get a full perspective on medical sciences, ranging from the
project has been funded with support from
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the European Commission. This publication
research. The strong IMIM connection with private-sector partners further ensures that you
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Commission cannot be held responsible for
will take part in the IMIM Spring and Summer Schools, designed to foster personal
any use which may be made of the
development skills and business savvy.
information contained therein.
IMIM is a very selective programme that attracts students from all over the world. If you
belong to the best-qualified applicants you may be eligible for a full Erasmus+ EMJMD
scholarship.

› Network of the best European and Online application › Bachelor degree in Biochemistry,
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› Focus on individual development sciences, Genetics, Molecular
and competenced-based learning Application deadline Biology, Biotechnology, Medicine,
› Strong connections with academia 15 January 2020 Dentistry or similar
and industry › TOEFL: 580/237/92 or
› Excellent career opportunities IELTS: overall score of 6.5 – no less
› Full scholarships available than 6.0 on each section

Scholarships: Achieving Academic Excellence
The University is committed to recognizing and

stimulating excellence in academic achievement. To
outstanding and motivated international students and
researchers we offer the University of Groningen Talent
Grants (partial and full scholarships).
These grants are available to students who wish to follow a Bachelor,

Master or PhD programme, or plan to participate in an exchange,
short course or research project at our University.
You can also apply for grants awarded by the Dutch government, the
EU and (inter)national organizations. For an overview of all available
grants, please go to www.rug.nl/grantfinder
You do have to realize that many students apply for these scholarships
and only a few are available. Plus, you have to be aware that many
of our programmes require that you apply approximately 2 months
before the official application deadline of the programme, so please
start searching for scholarships and grants early!
Sports and Cultural Activities
Studying at the University of Groningen goes beyond

lectures and research.
ACLO: The University of Groningen Sports Centre GSp: Groningen Student Platform
If you want to stay in shape, enjoy sports for fun, or do both at the For those who like to reflect on society, ethics, religion, philosophy
same time, the ACLO Sports Centre is open 15 hours a day, almost and more while enjoying a drink and good company, the Groningen
every day of the year. The ACLO offers a great variety of excellent Student Platform is the place to be. This eucemenical students’
facilities, an extensive range of classes, courses, sports clubs, fellowship offers you the opportunity to meet other engaged
equipment and student sports events. From street dance to soccer, students, share your thoughts and learn new perspectives. You can
beach volleyball, kite surfing, jiu-jitsu and much more, you can have in-depth discussions about sense and nonsense, life and love, in
practice as many sports and try as many new things as you like. As a different settings varying from the GSp’s own bar, a church, or in their
student at our University you can buy an ACLO Sports Card for only numerous courses and lectures. During activities such as discussion
€ 52 a year. If you stay less than six months you can get a special groups, creative workshops, evenings with guest speakers and more,
International Students’ Sports Card for only € 36. Applying for courses religious and philosophical views can be related to the world of
and making reservations for facilities such as tennis courts and sports science, contemporary society, your personal life or other relevant
equipment can easily be done online or by phone. More information: areas of interest. More information: www.gspweb.nl
www.aclosport.nl
USVA: The University of Groningen Cultural Student Centre

In line with Groningen’s vibrant cultural character, we have created
our own platform for students who wish to explore and express their
creativity. The USVA offers more than 50 different courses in art forms
such as drama, dancing, singing, photography, writing and painting.
These classes are often taught in the USVA’s two private theatres
and a gallery, where you can also see performances and exhibitions
on a regular basis. Please feel free to enjoy the riches of Groningen’s
cultural life and try one or more of the USVA’s reasonably priced
classes and/or attend a show. More information: www.usva.nl
University Services
The University of Groningen offers the following

practical services to facilitate your studying experience.
International Service Desk (ISD) Computer and online facilities

The International Service Desk provides personal and professional When you register at the University, you will receive a computer
assistance with practical matters concerning studying at our account and e-mail address. Your account gives you access to high-
University or living in the Netherlands. Specialized in Dutch speed (wireless) internet inside the University buildings and other
immigration law, ISD staff members are responsible for the visa and online educational services and support systems. The computer rooms
residence permit applications of all international students and staff. at your faculty and the central library are available to you without
More information: www.rug.nl/isd reservations in advance. It is also possible to follow a computer
course at the University’s Center for Information Technology. More
Language Centre information: www.rug.nl/cit
Whether you aim to improve your English, learn Dutch, or wish to
master any other foreign language, the University of Groningen
Language Centre offers numerous language courses at varying levels.
The Centre also offers a thorough test if you need proof of your
English language level.
More information: www.rug.nl/languagecentre
University Library
The Library of the University of Groningen consists of the central
library, called de Universiteitsbibiotheek or UB, located in the city
centre, and 12 faculty libraries. Combined, they contain three million
books and periodicals that can easily be located with the University’s
online Catalogue. The libraries are also an excellent place to study.
You will find a large number of open reading rooms as well as closed
carrels. On more than 300 digital workstations you can consult
catalogues, online databases and journals, and you have free access
to the full-text content of more than 25,000 electronic journals. Your
student card will serve as your library pass.
More information: www.rug.nl/library
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
The Groningen Faculty of Mathematics and Natural

Sciences harbours a kaleidoscope of disciplines and
research strengths. Our programmes in research and
education range from nanomaterials and biomachinery
to astronomy, from mathematics to pharmacy, from
neurosciences to computer science, and from molecular
and evolutionary biology to marine biology.
Our researchers pursue fundamental key questions while International partners
collaborating with partners from industry, the medical world, national › UK: University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, Imperial College
and international institutions and other realms of society. Frontline › Sweden: Lund University, Uppsala University
research groups explore new fields such as synthetic biology and › Germany: University of Göttingen, University of Bremen
sustainable energy use. › Belgium: Ghent University
› France: Grenoble Institute of Technology
Times Higher Education ranks our Zernike Institute for Advanced › China: Tsinghua University, Jilin University
Materials among the world’s top 10 in Materials Science. › Japan: Osaka, Kyoto
Furthermore, we have been awarded the CHE Excellence Group Label › India: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi
in the fields of Biology, Physics and Chemistry. According to CHE › Singapore: Nanyang Technological University
assessment, members of this Excellence Group offer Master students › Indonesia: Bandung Insitute of Technology, UNPAR
and PhD students exceptionally strong research and international › USA: MIT, Stanford University, Virginia Tech
orientation. › Brazil: University of San Paulo
› Chile: University of Chile
Faculty’s facts and figures www.rug.nl/fwn
› 24 Master’s degree programmes
› 4 Top programmes
› 3 Erasmus Mundus Master programmes
› 90 Professors | 550 PhD students
› 4,200 students
› Graduate School of Science
› Tenure track system
Research institutes
› Alice - Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Engineering
› CBN - Centre for Behaviour and Neurosciences
› CEES - Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies
› ESRIG - Energy and Sustainability Research Institute Groningen
› GBB - Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute
› GRIP - Groningen Research Institute of Pharmacy
› ITM - Research institute of Technology and Management
› JBI - Johann Bernoulli Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science
› Kapteyn Astronomical Institute
› Stratingh Institute for Chemistry
› Van Swinderen Institute for Particle Physics and Gravity
› Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials
› We belong to the world’s top 10 institutions in materials science (Times Higher Education)
› CHE Excellence Labels in the fields of biology, physics and chemistry
Faculty of Medical Sciences
The faculty of Medical Sciences of the University of

Groningen is the second oldest medical faculty in the
Netherlands. Like the university, it was established in
1614.
Ever since the foundation of the Groningen University Hospital in Research: healthy ageing from bench to bedside
1797, hospital and faculty are cooperating closely and are nowadays Research at the UMCG is dynamic and innovative with its central
one organization: the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG). field of expertise, Healthy Ageing. The UMCG houses the European
The UMCG is one of the largest teaching hospitals in the Netherlands Research Institute for the Biology of Ageing (ERIBA) with a focus
and well-known for its bachelor and master programs in Medicine, on fundamental biological problems. Researchers at the UMCG are
Dentistry, Movement Sciences, research masters programmes and involved in both fundamental and patient-oriented (clinical) research.
PhD programs. Internationalisation is a major asset of the UMCG and The interaction between these two stimulates the development of
is reflected in its international population of medical professionals, new clinical applications and research findings.
scientists and students and its international degree programs.
Furthermore, a wide range of international summerschools and a The UMCG Graduate School of Medical Sciences (GSMS) encompasses
leading international (bio)medical student congress (ISCOMS) with all research master and PhD tracks within the UMCG, including the
over 600 participants is organized every year. ‘Junior Scientific Master class’ (JSM), a special research track for
talented medical and dental students.
Education
The faculty offers the following international programs in English: Researchers in the UMCG collaborate with different research institutes
› bachelor in Medicine, learning community Global Health (180 ECTS) and researchers from all over the world.
› bachelor in Medicine, learning community Molecular Medicine
(180 ECTS) www.rug.nl/umcg
› master Human Movement Sciences (120 ECTS)
› master Sport Science (120 ECTS)
› master Medical Pharmaceutical Drug Innovation (research; 120
ECTS)
› research master Clinical and Psychosocial Epidemiology (120 ECTS)
› PhD programs
Faculty of Spatial Sciences
At the Faculty of Spatial Sciences of the University

of Groningen, teaching and doing research in human
geography, (technical) planning and demography are
closely related.
Education and research at the Faculty reflects the complexity of International

society: population composition and development, and economic The Faculty has partnerships around the world, and offers joint degree
activity, spatial organization of business and residential areas programmes with universities in:
and the planning that is needed to realize them all. The Faculty is › Bandung (Indonesia)
committed to the current demographic, cultural, economic and social › Oldenburg (Germany)
developments, and their potential implications for the design of space, › Barcelona (Spain)
from both global and regional perspectives. Students are encouraged to spend part of their studies abroad. The
Faculty has a wide network of partner universities in Europe and North
The faculty has about 950 students and 95 members of staff and is America.
known for its open atmosphere. www.rug.nl/frw
The Faculty consists of 4 departments:

› Cultural Geography
› Economic Geography
› Demography
› Spatial Planning
Research
The Faculty’s research focus is Well-being, Innovation and Spatial
Transformation. Within this framework lies the study of aspects of:
› ageing as part of the Healthy Ageing, Population and Society (HAPS
programme
› research into population decline in and outside of the Netherlands
› energy and space
› water and environment
› entrepreneurship and employment
› spatial identity and solidarity
These themes form the core of the spatial transition issues. The extent
to which renewal and change of these tansition issues can take place
is critical to the future well-being of the population. All research
activities of the Faculty are organized within the Urban and Regional
Studies Institute (URSI).
› Only independent faculty of Spatial Sciences in the Netherlands

› Only faculty in the Netherlands offering Master’s degree programmes in Population Studies and in
Environmental and Infrastructure Planning
Preparing for Groningen
Once you are accepted by a programme, the Inter-

national Service Desk (ISD) or the faculty contact
person will assist you in applying for a visa, dealing
with immigration authorities, arranging insurance
and registering at the university.
Admission and registration All visa and residence permit applicants must prove to be able to
Our admission requirements vary per programme and each finance the study and cost of living. Dutch Immigration authorities
application is assessed on an individual basis. Admission procedures determine the annually needed amount: 2014–2015: appr.
are managed by the Central Admissions Office. EUR 900 per month.
www.rug.nl/internationalstudents www.rug.nl/education/international-students/
visa-immigration/
Visa and residence permit
It depends on your nationality whether you need a residence Health insurance
permit or entry visa (MVV). You have to apply for an entry visa and/ Medical costs can be very high, especially if they include a stay in a
or residence permit before departure. The University will assist you hospital. You must arrange your health insurance yourself, either
with these applications. Below it shows if you need a residence before coming to the Netherlands or upon arrival.
permit and/or an entry visa. www.rug.nl/prospectivestudents/information/healthInsurance
Nationality Residence permit Entry visa (MVV)

EU/Schengen countries, No No
Bulgaria, Romania
Australia, Canada, Japan, Yes No

Monaco, New Zealand,
South Korea, United
States, Vatican City
All other internationals Yes Yes

Finances
Cost of living Scholarships: The University of Groningen Talent Grants
› Housing € 350–500 per month The university is committed to recognizing excellence in academic
› Administration costs housing € 300 achievement by offering a number of scholarships, the University of
› Security deposit € 325 (refundable) Groningen Talent Grants, for international students and researchers.
› Food € 200 per month www.rug.nl/grantfinder
› Health insurance € 75–100 per month
› Bicycle € 45–110
› Language course € 100–450 per course
› Books € 300 per semester
Estimated costs for one year Approx. €10,000–12,000
Excluding travel costs and tuition fees
Tuition fees EU/EER nationals Approx. € 2,006 per year
Tuition fees non-EU nationals Approx. € 11,400–
14,200 per year
Working in the Netherlands

Many students want to have a job while going to university to cover for
the expenses. However, this might be very difficult in the Netherlands.
International students may only work 8 hours a week maximum, plus
most jobs available require that you speak Dutch.
Tuition fees
Higher education in the Netherlands is subsidized to uphold its
high academic standards. As a result, tuition fees are kept low for
all EU students, while due to taxation reasons non-EU students pay
higher fees. If you are an EU student, already in possession of a Dutch
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, please check the website for more
information on tuition fees.
www.rug.nl/insandouts
The City of Groningen:
culture, excitement, and safety
Groningen is the economic and cultural capital of the

northern Netherlands. The city’s history of almost a
thousand years is evident in its architecture and historic
sites. Home to a large number of students, Groningen
has a vibrant atmosphere that is perfectly suited to the
dynamic lifestyle of young people.
The many international students coming to Groningen greatly

contribute to our culturally and ethnically diverse character, bringing
the Dutch international tradition to full expression. For students
coming to the Netherlands, Groningen offers a combination of
excitement and variety with a very safe environment. In the inner
city, everything you need is nearby and conveniently reachable by the
Dutch number 1 mode of transportation: the bicycle.
Due to Groningen’s strategic location and excellent infrastructure,

the city functions as a gateway to Europe. From Groningen, it is very
easy to visit most European capitals including Paris, Brussels, London
and Berlin. Come to Groningen and you will find that the distances are
small, and the possibilities are endless!
Groningen: City of Talent

› 200,000 inhabitants (50,000 students)
› Best city of the Netherlands 2010
› Best student city in the Netherlands 2006
› Ranked by its inhabitants as the European city with the highest
quality of life 2006
› Lively with a safe community character
www.cityoftalent.nl
Culture and Fun

Cinemas, theatres, galleries, festivals and more cater to all cultural
tastes. Matching the Groningen way of life, these venues, large and
small, can be found all over the city.
› Arthouse films in cinema ‘Images’

› Concerts in the ‘Oosterpoort’
› Theatre at the historic ‘Schouwburg’
› Live music, late-night jazz, funk and blues-rock cafés
› Music festivals like Noorderzon, Eurosonic, Noorderslag and
Swinging Groningen
› The Groningen Museum is the most high profile museum in the
Netherlands, not only due to its striking design, but also because of
its various exhibitions
www.groningenlife.com
www.groningen.nl
The Netherlands:
small in size, internationally oriented
Although small in size, the Netherlands has a tradition

of thinking globally. Situated in the heart of Europe, we
are one of the founding members of the European Union.
Just as people from the Netherlands can be found all over
the world, people from all over the world can be found in
the Netherlands.
The Dutch people’s international orientation is reflected in our Famous Dutch People and Brands
widespread, generally high level command of the English language, › Rembrandt
worldwide trade connections, businesses and much more. Our › Van Gogh
welcoming atmosphere, high standards of education, health care, › DJ Tiësto
work ethic and social equality are some of the important factors that › Armin van Buuren
make the Netherlands such an attractive country to live, work and › Johan Cruyff
study in. › Anne Frank
› Royal Dutch Shell
The Netherlands in a nutshell › Heineken International
› Official name: Kindom of the Netherlands, commonly referred to
as Holland or the Netherlands
› Head of State: The hereditary monarch, currently
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands
› Head of Government: The prime minister, currently Mr. M. Rutte
› Capital City: Amsterdam
› Seat of Government: The Hague
› Currency: 1 Euro= approximately 1.26 US Dollar (November 2014)
› Main airport: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (the fourth largest
airport in Europe)
The Dutch Landscape

› 16,8 million people living in an area of 41,526 km²
› Extremely flat landscape
› Water everywhere: lakes, rivers, ports and canals
› Half of the country lies below sea level
› Broad sandy beaches and dunes
Contact info and important web addresses
In case you have any questions or requests for further

information:
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Although these Master and PhD programmes can be followed

For students who wish to follow a 2-year Research Master, the

The Groningen Graduate School facilitates a union of outstanding

For more information please go to: www.rug.nl/graduateschools

The University of Groningen’s primary objective is to

Following the Honours Programme, worth 45 ECTS, alongside your

In order to pay optimal attention to personal development, classes

For more information please visit: www.rug.nl/honours

The Netherlands is one of the smallest countries in

Since you are an international student, the Housing Office, a non-

In most cases you will be housed in one of the International Student

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The University is committed to recognizing and

These grants are available to students who wish to follow a Bachelor,

Studying at the University of Groningen goes beyond

USVA: The University of Groningen Cultural Student Centre

The University of Groningen offers the following

International Service Desk (ISD) Computer and online facilities

The Groningen Faculty of Mathematics and Natural

The faculty of Medical Sciences of the University of

At the Faculty of Spatial Sciences of the University

Education and research at the Faculty reflects the complexity of International

The Faculty consists of 4 departments:

› Only independent faculty of Spatial Sciences in the Netherlands

Once you are accepted by a programme, the Inter-

Nationality Residence permit Entry visa (MVV)

Australia, Canada, Japan, Yes No

All other internationals Yes Yes

Working in the Netherlands

Groningen is the economic and cultural capital of the

The many international students coming to Groningen greatly