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31 Best Education Programs in the Netherlands

There are 31 Education programs in the Netherlands, spread across 11 universities — most run 4 years. The list starts with courses at Leiden University, University of Twente and Hogeschool van Amsterdam.

25Bachelor's Degree
OU Open University of the Netherlands logo
#18 in Netherlands Netherlands

Lerarenopleiding Open Universiteit

Open University of the Netherlands — The Lerarenopleiding Open Universiteit offers a comprehensive pathway for aspiring educators, focusing on the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching. This Bachelor...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
2025-2026Intake
Education
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26Bachelor's Degree
HL Hogeschool Leiden logo
#19 in Netherlands Netherlands

Docent Dans/Euritmie

Hogeschool Leiden — The Bachelor's Degree in Docent Dans/Euritmie at Hogeschool Leiden focuses on the art of dance education and eurythmy, integrating body movement and expression with music...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
sept 2027Intake
Education
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27Bachelor's Degree
HL Hogeschool Leiden logo
#19 in Netherlands Netherlands

Docent Dans/Euritmie: deeltijd

Hogeschool Leiden — The Bachelor's degree in Docent Dans/Euritmie (Part-time) at Hogeschool Leiden provides a unique blend of dance and eurhythmics, allowing students to explore the intersec...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3-4 yearsDuration
Part TimeMode
sept 2027Intake
Education
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29Bachelor's Degree
HV Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) logo
#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Docent Beeldende Kunst en Vormgeving (deeltijd)

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — The Bachelor's Degree in Docent Beeldende Kunst en Vormgeving (Part-time) at Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) is designed to equip students with the essential ski...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Part TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
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30Bachelor's Degree
HV Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) logo
#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Docent Beeldende Kunst en Vormgeving (voltijd)

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — The Bachelor's degree in Docent Beeldende Kunst en Vormgeving at Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) is designed for creative individuals who aspire to guide and ins...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
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31Master's Degree
HV Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) logo
#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Education in Arts

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — The Master of Education in Arts at Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) provides a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about integrating education with arti...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Part TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
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How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #119 (Leiden University) to #203 (University of Twente); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Leiden University is cited most (12,222,894 citations). 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 24 bachelor's, 2 master's, 2 phd / doctorate and 1 foundation. The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 84% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (97% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (80% of courses with a stated intake). Hogeschool Utrecht offers the widest choice, with 16 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Education in the Netherlands?

Leiden University (QS World #119), University of Twente (QS World #203) and Hogeschool van Amsterdam (#15 in Netherlands) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does an Education course take in the Netherlands?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Education courses start in the Netherlands?

Fall is the main intake — 97% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Education courses in the Netherlands?

Hogeschool Utrecht, with 16, ahead of Hogeschool van Amsterdam (3).

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