Utrecht University - Exchange

City: Utrecht Country: Netherlands

Utrecht University Website

Overview

What Utrecht has to offer:

Founded in 1636, it is one of the oldest universities in the Netherlands and one of the largest in Europe
Is one of Europe's leading research universities, recognized internationally for its high-quality, innovative approach to both research and teaching
Has a variety of academic disciplines with courses at the Faculties of Humanities; Social and Behavioural Sciences; Geosciences; Law, Economics & Governance; Biomedical Sciences; and Science available to exchange students. The international honours colleges, University College Utrecht (UCU) and University College Roosevelt (UCR), are also open to exchange students. They offer courses in liberal arts and sciences.
Utrecht University is a true top-100 university. The Shanghai Ranking ranks Utrecht University as 1st in the Netherlands, 22nd in Europe and 65th in the world. The Nobel Prize has been awarded to 12 Utrecht scholars.
Situated in Utrecht, a lively student city located in the heart of the Netherlands and considered the "gateway to Europe"
The city has a rich history going back almost 2,000 years, and an architectural legacy that includes both ancient and completely contemporary buildings.
It boasts gracious parks and picturesque canals, cafes and concert halls and the impressive Dom Tower, all which give Utrecht its unique, stimulating atmosphere.
Utrecht has ranked 6th on the Lonely Planet's list of "10 of the world's unsung places".
Check out the Utrecht University promotional video.
Check out Utrecht University's Facebook page.

When Can I Go?

Terms Offered: Fall, Winter, Full Year

Term Dates:

Utrecht Main Campus (UU):

Fall term equivalent: August - February (It is possible to arrange a December finish; however course options might be limited.)

Winter term equivalent: February - July

Utrecht's University College Utrecht (UCU) and University College Roosevelt (UCR):

Fall term equivalent: August - January (It may be possible to arrange a December finish; however course options might be limited.)

Winter term equivalent: January - June

Eligibility Requirements

Open to: All Faculties

Level: Undergraduate, Graduate

Generally speaking, there is no GPA requirement at Utrecht different from what the University of Alberta advertises on its eligibility page (link below). There is only a 3.0 (out of 4.0) GPA requirement if you wish to study at one of Utrecht's international honours colleges, University College Utrecht (UCU) and University College Roosevelt (UCR).

See Eligibility.

Course Information

Language of Instruction: English, Dutch

Field of Study: All

Please Note: Course offerings in Biology and Pharmacy have limited places available. If you choose to apply for courses in these two subject areas then you also have to be prepared to apply for alternative courses.

ECTS = European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System

Utrecht University Course Information

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