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12 Best Science Programs in the Netherlands

Across the Netherlands, 9 universities offer 12 Science programs, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from Eindhoven University of Technology, University of Twente and Hogeschool Utrecht come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Bachelor's Degree
AH Aeres Hogeschool Almere logo
Netherlands

Aarde & Klimaat

Aeres Hogeschool Almere — The Bachelor in Aarde & Klimaat at Aeres Hogeschool Almere is designed for students passionate about understanding the Earth's systems, climate change, and sustainable en...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
2Bachelor's Degree
TU Eindhoven University of Technology logo
QS World #140 #7 in Netherlands Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands

Bachelor Applied Mathematics

Eindhoven University of Technology — The Bachelor Applied Mathematics at Eindhoven University of Technology teaches how to apply mathematical models to practical problems. The program focuses on modeling, so...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
Three yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Science
3Bachelor's Degree
TU Eindhoven University of Technology logo
QS World #140 #7 in Netherlands Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands

Bachelor Applied Physics

Eindhoven University of Technology — The Bachelor program Applied Physics at Eindhoven University of Technology takes students behind the scenes of the world around us. Students discover unexpected propertie...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
Three yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Science
4Master's Degree
UT University of Twente logo
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
5Bachelor's Degree
HU Hogeschool Utrecht logo
#16 in Netherlands Netherlands

Chemie

Hogeschool Utrecht — The Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry at Hogeschool Utrecht provides a comprehensive foundation in the fundamental principles of chemistry, equipping students with the knowl...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
6Bachelor's Degree
HL Hogeschool Leiden logo
#19 in Netherlands Netherlands

Chemie

Hogeschool Leiden — The Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry at Hogeschool Leiden offers a comprehensive understanding of chemical principles and their practical applications. This program covers...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
sept 2027Intake
Science
7Bachelor's Degree
FU Fontys University of Applied Sciences logo
#20 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Mathematics

Fontys University of Applied Sciences — Course OverviewThe Bachelor in Applied Mathematics at Fontys University of Applied Sciences provides students with a comprehensive framework of mathematical principles an...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
8Bachelor's Degree
FU Fontys University of Applied Sciences logo
#20 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Physics

Fontys University of Applied Sciences — The Bachelor's Degree in Applied Physics at Fontys University of Applied Sciences offers students a robust foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of physics...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
9Master's Degree
FU Fontys University of Applied Sciences logo
#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
10Bachelor's Degree
HU HAN University of Applied Sciences logo
#21 in Netherlands Netherlands

Chemistry

HAN University of Applied Sciences — The Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry at HAN University of Applied Sciences offers a comprehensive exploration of chemical principles and practices. The curriculum is design...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SeptemberIntake
Science
11Bachelor's Degree
ZU Zuyd University logo
#23 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Science

Zuyd University — The Bachelor's degree in Applied Science at Zuyd University is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of scientific principles and their practical applica...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
September 2026Intake
Science
12Master's Degree
DH De Haagse Hogeschool logo
#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

How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #140 (Eindhoven University of Technology) to #203 (University of Twente); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Eindhoven University of Technology has the largest research record in this group, with 6,904,590 citations and an h-index of 655. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 9 bachelor's and 3 master's. The usual length is 4 years and Three years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (70% of courses with a stated intake). Fontys University of Applied Sciences offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the Netherlands for Science?

Eindhoven University of Technology (QS World #140), University of Twente (QS World #203) and Hogeschool Utrecht (#16 in Netherlands) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Science course take in the Netherlands?

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

When do Science courses start in the Netherlands?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Science courses in the Netherlands?

Fontys University of Applied Sciences, with 3, ahead of Eindhoven University of Technology (2).

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