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.

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25Master's Degree

Netherlands

Master of Arts in Management in One Year

Saxion Universities — The Master of Arts in Management from Saxion is an economic-profile programme in one year of full-time study or two years part-time. Saxion says classes focus on HRM, bus...

Master's DegreeLevel

1 year full-time; 2 years part-timeDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Business & Management

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26Master's Degree

Netherlands

Mundus Master in Public Policy

Institute of Social Studies — The Mundus Master in Public Policy is a prestigious master's program that delves deep into the complexities of public governance, social justice, and policy analysis. The...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Economics & Public Policy

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27Master's Degree

Netherlands

Online Master Marketing and Data Intelligence

Rotterdam School of Management — The Online Master in Marketing and Data Intelligence at Rotterdam School of Management provides an in-depth understanding of the dynamic interplay between marketing princ...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 monthsDuration

OnlineMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business & Management

USD 19,000 total Tuition (indicative)

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28Master's Degree

Netherlands

Online Master Sustainability Management

Rotterdam School of Management — The Online Master in Sustainability Management at the Rotterdam School of Management equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address sustainability cha...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 monthsDuration

OnlineMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business & Management

USD 19,000 total Tuition (indicative)

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29Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Aerospace Engineering

Delft University of Technology — The MSc Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology is a Master of Science Aerospace Engineering. The programme includes a common outline for all five tracks:...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 MonthsDuration

Full TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Engineering

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30Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Architecture Urbanism

Delft University of Technology

Master's DegreeLevel

24 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

September; FebruaryIntake

Built Environment

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31Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Biomedical Engineering

Delft University of Technology — The TU Delft MSc BioMedical Engineering is a multidisciplinary programme that combines an understanding of biology and medical theory with specialised technical training...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Engineering

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32Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Chemical Engineering

Delft University of Technology — The MSc Chemical Engineering at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) provides knowledge, insights, and skills for independent and responsible work as researchers or...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Engineering

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33Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Civil Engineering

Delft University of Technology — At TU Delft, the MSc Civil Engineering teaches students to design safe, smart and sustainable structures and construction materials for infrastructure projects such as br...

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Mode

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Engineering

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34Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Computer Science

Delft University of Technology — MSc Computer Science at Delft University of Technology equips students with deep technical knowledge, research skills, and a critical, ethical perspective. The programme...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 MonthsDuration

Full TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Computer Science & IT

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35Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Data Science

Delft University of Technology — The MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Technology at Delft University of Technology focuses on data science and AI technology, including data management. The pr...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 MonthsDuration

Full TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Computer Science & IT

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36Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Design for Interaction

Delft University of Technology — The MSc Design for Interaction at Delft University of Technology focuses on the quality of the relationships designers create in and through their practice. Students stud...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

September (A February start date is also possible for applicants with a BSc degree in IDE obtained in the Netherlands)Intake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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37Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Dutch

Delft University of Technology — The MSc Dutch bachelor’s degree application route at Delft University of Technology is for students who want to apply to a TU Delft master’s programme using a Dutch bache...

Master's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Mode

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Languages & Linguistics

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38Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Electrical Engineering

Delft University of Technology — The Delft University of Technology MSc Electrical Engineering integrates theory and practice in electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism. Students study areas that...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 Months (120 EC)Duration

Full TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Engineering

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39Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Management of Technology

Delft University of Technology — In the Management of Technology (MOT) programme at Delft University of Technology, you learn to explore and understand technology as a corporate resource. The programme f...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 months full timeDuration

Full TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Business & Management

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40Master's Degree

QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Robotics for Companies

Delft University of Technology — TU Delft’s MSc Robotics is coordinated and taught by the Cognitive Robotics (CoR) department of the faculty of Mechanical Engineering. This company information page expla...

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Mode

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Engineering

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41Master's Degree

QS World #119 #4 in Netherlands Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

Master's programmes

Leiden University — Leiden University offers master’s programmes where students deepen knowledge and build on prior learning, working from different perspectives on societal challenges. The...

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42Master's Degree

QS World #203 #10 in Netherlands Netherlands

Geo-information Science and Earth Observation

University of Twente — The Master's degree in Geo-information Science and Earth Observation offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding our planet through advanced geospatial technolo...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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43Master's Degree

QS World #203 #10 in Netherlands Netherlands

Spatial Systems & Society

University of Twente — The Master's Degree in Spatial Systems & Society at the International Institute for Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation delves into understanding the relationsh...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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44Master's Degree

#16 in Netherlands Netherlands

AI in Health & Life Sciences

Hogeschool Utrecht — The Master's degree in AI in Health & Life Sciences at Hogeschool Utrecht is designed to equip students with the interdisciplinary skills required to harness the power of...

Master's DegreeLevel

1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science & IT

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45Master's Degree

#20 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Quantum Technology

Fontys University of Applied Sciences — The Master's degree in Applied Quantum Technology at Fontys University of Applied Sciences equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the emerging field of qua...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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46Master's Degree

#21 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Molecular Sciences: Chemistry

HAN University of Applied Sciences — The Master's in Applied Molecular Sciences (Chemistry) at HAN University of Applied Sciences provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the molecular aspects...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Life Sciences

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47Master's Degree

#21 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Molecular Sciences: Molecular Life Sciences

HAN University of Applied Sciences — Course OverviewThe Master's degree in Applied Molecular Sciences: Molecular Life Sciences at HAN University of Applied Sciences prepares students to delve deep into the c...

Master's DegreeLevel

3 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

SeptemberIntake

Life Sciences

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48Master's Degree

#21 in Netherlands Netherlands

Engineering Systems: Automotive Systems

HAN University of Applied Sciences — The Master's degree in Engineering Systems: Automotive Systems at HAN University of Applied Sciences provides students with an in-depth understanding of automotive techno...

Master's DegreeLevel

18 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

September and FebruaryIntake

Engineering

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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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