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70 Best Master's Programs in the Netherlands

Across the Netherlands, 16 universities offer 70 Master's programs — most run 1–2 years. The list starts with courses at Delft University of Technology, Leiden University and University of Twente.

1Master's Degree
SU Saxion Universities logo
Netherlands

Applied Quantum Technology

Saxion Universities — The Master's degree in Applied Quantum Technology at Saxion Universities delves into the fascinating world of quantum mechanics and its real-world applications. This prog...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SeptemberIntake
Engineering
3Master's Degree
AH Aeres Hogeschool Almere logo
Netherlands

Food Systems Innovation

Aeres Hogeschool Almere — The Master's Degree in Food Systems Innovation at Aeres Hogeschool Almere is designed to equip students with the necessary tools and knowledge to innovate within the food...

Master's DegreeLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Agriculture & Environment
4Master's Degree
AH Aeres Hogeschool Almere logo
Netherlands

Gezond Gedrag en Leefomgeving

Aeres Hogeschool Almere — The Master’s Degree in Gezond Gedrag en Leefomgeving (Healthy Behavior and Living Environment) at Aeres Hogeschool Almere focuses on the interplay between human behavior...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Part TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
5Master's Degree
AH Aeres Hogeschool Almere logo
Netherlands

Leren en Innoveren

Aeres Hogeschool Almere — The Master's program in Leren en Innoveren at Aeres Hogeschool Almere explores the dynamic intersection between learning methodologies and innovation processes. This prog...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Part TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Education
6Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc Business Information Management

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc in Business Information Management at Rotterdam School of Management is designed to equip students with the skills needed to navigate the complex interface betwee...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
7Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc Finance & Investments

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc in Finance & Investments at Rotterdam School of Management offers a comprehensive understanding of the financial landscape, equipping students with the skills req...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Professional Accounting & Finance
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
8Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc Global Business & Sustainability

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc in Global Business & Sustainability at Rotterdam School of Management equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complex interplay be...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
9Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc International Management / CEMS

Rotterdam School of Management — Course OverviewThe MSc International Management / CEMS program at Rotterdam School of Management is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to...

Master's DegreeLevel
18 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 38,700 total Tuition (indicative)
10Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc Management of Innovation

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc in Management of Innovation at the Rotterdam School of Management provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how to manage innovation in various busi...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
11Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc Marketing Management

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc Marketing Management program at Rotterdam School of Management is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of marketing principles and practices that...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
12Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc People, Organisations & Change

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc in People, Organisations & Change at Rotterdam School of Management offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamics that define how organizations operate and e...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
13Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc Strategic Entrepreneurship

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc in Strategic Entrepreneurship at the Rotterdam School of Management combines theoretical and practical knowledge to prepare students for the dynamic world of entr...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
14Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc Strategic Management

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc in Strategic Management at Rotterdam School of Management focuses on equipping students with the advanced skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic busi...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
15Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MSc Supply Chain Management

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc Supply Chain Management program at Rotterdam School of Management is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in managing complex supply...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
16Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MScBA Accounting & Financial Management

Rotterdam School of Management — The MScBA in Accounting & Financial Management at the Rotterdam School of Management focuses on providing students with a comprehensive understanding of financial practic...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
17Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MScBA Business Analytics & Management

Rotterdam School of Management — The MScBA in Business Analytics & Management at the Rotterdam School of Management offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with critical skills in da...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
18Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MScBA Master in Management

Rotterdam School of Management — The MScBA Master in Management at the Rotterdam School of Management focuses on equipping students with advanced business management knowledge and strategic thinking skil...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
19Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MScBA Parttime Master in Management

Rotterdam School of Management — The MScBA Part-time Master in Management at Rotterdam School of Management equips students with advanced management skills and strategic thinking necessary for leadership...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 jaarDuration
Part TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
USD 2,695 total Tuition (indicative)
20Master's Degree
RS Rotterdam School of Management logo
Netherlands

MScMI Medical Business & Innovation

Rotterdam School of Management — The MSc in Medical Business & Innovation at Rotterdam School of Management provides a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between healthcare and business. Thi...

Master's DegreeLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
USD 25,800 total Tuition (indicative)
21Master's Degree
AH Aeres Hogeschool Almere logo
Netherlands

Master in Almere

Aeres Hogeschool Almere — Aeres Hogeschool Almere offers the Master of Science (MSc) Food Systems Innovation, a one-year English-language master. The program focuses on the transition to a more su...

Master's DegreeLevel
one-yearDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
22Master's Degree
EL European Leadership University logo
Netherlands

Master in Data Science Programme

European Leadership University — European Leadership University offers the Master in Data Science Programme in Data Science and Leadership. Students study Python language, Machine Learning introduction,...

Master's DegreeLevel
19 months online programme with 60 creditsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
23Master's Degree
IS Institute of Social Studies logo
Netherlands

Master in Development Studies

Institute of Social Studies — Overview of the Master in Development StudiesThe Master in Development Studies at the Institute of Social Studies is a comprehensive program designed to equip students wi...

Master's DegreeLevel
12 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
24Master's Degree
CH Christelijke Hogeschool Windesheim logo
Netherlands

Master in Plaats Van Verdiepen

Christelijke Hogeschool Windesheim — The program described is a premaster that prepares students for the academic way of working in a master. Students learn qualitative and quantitative research, academic wr...

Master's DegreeLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake

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How these courses are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #47 (Delft University of Technology) to #203 (University of Twente); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Leiden University has the largest research record in this group, with 12,222,894 citations and an h-index of 877. 6 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

The most common subjects are Business & Management (21), Engineering (8), Professional Accounting & Finance (6) and Arts, Design & Architecture (6). The usual length is 1–2 years and 12 months. 79% are full-time and 2 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (92% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (77% of courses with a stated intake). Rotterdam School of Management offers the widest choice, with 17 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Master's in the Netherlands?

Delft University of Technology (QS World #47), Leiden University (QS World #119) and University of Twente (QS World #203) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's in the Netherlands?

Of those with published fees, Leiden University is the least expensive at about USD 16,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's course take in the Netherlands?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 12 months the next most common.

When do Master's courses start in the Netherlands?

Fall is the main intake — 92% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Master's online with a university in the Netherlands?

2 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's courses in the Netherlands?

Rotterdam School of Management, with 17, ahead of Delft University of Technology (12).

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