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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49Master's Degree

#22 in Netherlands Netherlands

Advanced Nursing Practice

Hanze University Groningen — The Master's degree in Advanced Nursing Practice at Hanze University Groningen provides students with a comprehensive understanding of complex nursing practices and the a...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 jaarDuration

BlendedMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Medicine & Health Sciences

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50Master's Degree

#24 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Quantum Technology

De Haagse Hogeschool — The Master's degree in Applied Quantum Technology at De Haagse Hogeschool is designed to equip students with a strong foundation in quantum principles and their practical...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Science

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51Master's Degree

#24 in Netherlands Netherlands

Artificial Intelligence Translator (AI-Translator)

De Haagse Hogeschool — The Master's Degree in Artificial Intelligence Translator (AI-Translator) at De Haagse Hogeschool is designed to equip students with the essential skills needed to transl...

Master's DegreeLevel

1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Computer Science & IT

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52Master's Degree

#24 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Business Administration

De Haagse Hogeschool — The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at De Haagse Hogeschool is designed to equip international students with essential skills and knowledge in various business do...

Master's DegreeLevel

1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business & Management

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53Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

(Pre-) Master of Science in Management (deeltijd)

Nyenrode Business University — The (Pre-) Master of Science in Management at Nyenrode Business University offers a comprehensive foundation for students seeking to develop advanced management skills al...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

15 January 2027Intake

Business & Management

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54Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

(Pre-) Master of Science in Management | Full-time

Nyenrode Business University — The (Pre-) Master of Science in Management at Nyenrode Business University equips international students with the essential skills required to excel in various management...

Master's DegreeLevel

16 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

August 2027Intake

Business & Management

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55Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

(Pre-)Master of Science in Accountancy (deeltijd)

Nyenrode Business University — The (Pre-)Master of Science in Accountancy at Nyenrode Business University is designed for students who aspire to deepen their knowledge and skills in the field of accoun...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

27 August 2026Intake

Professional Accounting & Finance

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56Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Executive Master Finance & Control (EMFC) — Registercontroller (RC)

Nyenrode Business University — The Executive Master in Finance & Control (EMFC) is designed for professionals aiming to elevate their careers in finance and control. The program covers a comprehensive...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

September and FebruaryIntake

Professional Accounting & Finance

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57Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master Fiscaal Recht (deeltijd)

Nyenrode Business University — Master Fiscaal Recht (deeltijd)The Master Fiscaal Recht (Tax Law) program at Nyenrode Business University is designed for professionals who wish to deepen their understan...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

September and FebruaryIntake

Law

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58Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Finance Control

Nyenrode Business University — The Executive Master of Finance and Control (EMFC) is a registercontroller opleiding for business controllers and financial controllers with at least two years of work ex...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 jaarDuration

Full TimeMode

september en februariIntake

Professional Accounting & Finance

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59Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Science in Accountancy

Nyenrode Business University — The Master of Science in Accountancy (deeltijd) is a university part-time programme that prepares you for a career as a (register)accountant. You study auditing, external...

Master's DegreeLevel

2,5 jaarDuration

Full TimeMode

January and FebruaryIntake

Professional Accounting & Finance

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60Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Science in Controlling

Nyenrode Business University — The Master of Science in Controlling (deeltijd) at Nyenrode Business University helps students develop as controllers who advise organizations on financial and strategic...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

september, april and januariIntake

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61Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Science in Controlling | Deeltijd

Nyenrode Business University — The Master of Science in Controlling at Nyenrode Business University is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in the field of controlling and fina...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

September, April and JanuaryIntake

Professional Accounting & Finance

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62Master's Degree

#25 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Science in Management

Nyenrode Business University — The Full-time Master of Science in Management at Nyenrode Business University includes a pre-master and a master phase. In the pre-master, students work on academic readi...

Master's DegreeLevel

16 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

AugustIntake

Business & Management

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63Master's Degree

#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master Crossover Creativity

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — The Master Crossover Creativity offered by Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) is an innovative program designed for creative professionals looking to blend differen...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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64Master's Degree

#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master Fine Art

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — The Master of Fine Arts program at Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) offers a unique opportunity for international students to deepen their artistic practice and d...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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65Master's Degree

#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master Interior Architecture

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — The Master in Interior Architecture at Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) is a comprehensive program that immerses students in the intricate relationship between sp...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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66Master's Degree

#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master Scenography

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — The Master Scenography program at Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) is meticulously designed for artistic individuals aspiring to make their mark in the realms of...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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67Master's Degree

#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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68Master's Degree

#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Music

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — The Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) offers a Master of Music – Performance (Master Muziek). In this program, you develop into a professional musician with a stro...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 jaarDuration

Full TimeMode

—Intake

Music & Performing Arts

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69Master's Degree

#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Music - Music Design

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — Course OverviewThe Master of Music - Music Design at Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht is an innovative program that focuses on the intersection of music and technology....

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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70Master's Degree

#29 in Netherlands Netherlands

Master of Music - Performance

Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) — The Master of Music - Performance program at Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht (HKU) is designed for musicians who aspire to achieve the highest level of artistic expres...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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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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