Notable programs
MSc International Business
Flagship of the Faculty of Economics and Business — the top-rated Dutch business faculty by Keuzegids Universiteiten. Strong placement into Northern European corporates and the Big Four.
Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences (University College Groningen)
English-taught residential honours college on the Dutch interpretation of the American small-college model — small cohorts, broad curriculum, capstone project, and selective admission.
MSc International Relations and International Organization (IRIO)
English-taught flagship in international relations, with strong placement into European institutions, NGOs, and diplomatic services. Distinctive focus on international organisations and global governance.
MSc Computer Science (with AI track)
Growing programme with research strengths in autonomous systems, cognitive engineering, and intelligent systems. Increasing placement into Dutch tech scene and ASML supplier networks.
MSc Philosophy
Strong Continental tradition — phenomenology, German idealism, history of philosophy. Faculty consistently rated highly by Dutch domestic teaching guides.
Bachelor of Medicine and MSc Medicine (UMCG)
Six-year programme leading to the Dutch arts (physician) qualification. Admission via the Dutch decentrale selectie lottery system. UMCG is one of the largest teaching hospitals in Europe.
MSc Behavioural and Social Sciences (Aletta Jacobs School of Public Health affiliated)
Cross-faculty programme integrating UMCG clinical capacity with social science and policy. Deepened in 2024 through expanded School of Public Health investment.