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5 Best Life Sciences Bachelor's Universities in the Netherlands 2026

This ranks Life Sciences bachelor’s degrees in the Netherlands for 2026. It is for applicants comparing public universities for undergraduate study.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

5 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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TD Delft University of Technology logo

Delft University of Technology

Delft, South Holland, Netherlands · Public University

★ 76 QS World #49 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 16,500 – EUR 22,000/yr
Founded
1842
4
HL Hogeschool Leiden logo

Hogeschool Leiden

Netherlands · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
5
HU Hogeschool Utrecht logo

Hogeschool Utrecht

Netherlands · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Life Sciences?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Delft University of Technology, HAN University of Applied Sciences, Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU). See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Life Sciences cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Life Sciences abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Life Sciences at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Life Sciences at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences at this level is an undergraduate route into scientific study and later work or further study. It suits applicants who want a first degree rather than a diploma or a master’s programme.

All four universities are public, so the main differences for a decision are likely to come from the city, campus setting and the exact programme structure. Two of the names are associated with Groningen and one with a social studies institute, so applicants should compare location and course fit carefully when choosing between them.

Before applying, confirm tuition fees, entry requirements, the language of instruction, programme content and whether the degree is available at the campus you want. Also check the admissions process and any country-specific documents required for international applicants.