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Study Physics in the Netherlands

Physics investigates the laws of nature from particles to the universe – mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and astrophysics – with strong mathematics and laboratory components.

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  1. Other programmes

    Applied Physics

    University of Twente 🇳🇱 Enschede, Netherlands

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  2. Bachelor

    Applied Physics (Bachelor)

    Eindhoven University of Technology 🇳🇱 Eindhoven, Netherlands

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  3. Minor

    Climate Physics (Minor)

    Utrecht University (UU) 🇳🇱 Utrecht, Netherlands

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  4. Master

    Applied Geophysics (track), Master

    Delft University of Technology 🇳🇱 Delft, Netherlands

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  6. Master

    Applied Physics (G) (Master)

    University of Groningen 🇳🇱 Groningen, Netherlands

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  7. Master

    Applied Physics, Master

    Delft University of Technology 🇳🇱 Delft, Netherlands

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  8. Bachelor

    Applied Physics, Bachelor

    Delft University of Technology 🇳🇱 Delft, Netherlands

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  9. Master

    Applied Physics (Masters)

    Eindhoven University of Technology 🇳🇱 Eindhoven, Netherlands

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  10. Minor

    Physics of the solid Earth (geophysics) (Minor)

    Utrecht University (UU) 🇳🇱 Utrecht, Netherlands

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  11. Bachelor

    Technical Physics (Bachelor)

    University of Groningen 🇳🇱 Groningen, Netherlands

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  12. Master

    Science and Technology of Nuclear Fusion (Masters)

    Eindhoven University of Technology 🇳🇱 Eindhoven, Netherlands

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  13. Master

    Mathematical Physics (MSc)

    University of Amsterdam 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands

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  15. Graduate

    Applied Physics Graduate Program

    Eindhoven University of Technology 🇳🇱 Eindhoven, Netherlands

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  16. Other programmes

    Applied Physics (Exchange program)

    Eindhoven University of Technology 🇳🇱 Eindhoven, Netherlands

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  17. Graduate

    Applied Physics (G) (Graduate)

    University of Groningen 🇳🇱 Groningen, Netherlands

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  18. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    University of Groningen 🇳🇱 Groningen, Netherlands

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  19. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Utrecht University (UU) 🇳🇱 Utrecht, Netherlands

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  20. Master

    Geophysics (Master)

    Utrecht University (UU) 🇳🇱 Utrecht, Netherlands

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  21. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor's programmes taught in Dutch)

    University of Amsterdam 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands

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  22. Master

    Theoretical physics (Master)

    Utrecht University (UU) 🇳🇱 Utrecht, Netherlands

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Study Physics in the Netherlands – facts and figures

In the Netherlands, 8 universities and colleges offer 30 Physics programmes: 5 Bachelor, 16 Master and 0 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Groningen, Utrecht, Eindhoven and Amsterdam. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Groningen, Utrecht University (UU) and Eindhoven University of Technology.

Degrees in Physics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Physics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Physics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Physics programmes?

The directory lists 30 Physics programmes at 8 institutions in the Netherlands. Popular cities include Groningen, Utrecht and Eindhoven.

How long does it take to study Physics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Physics programmes in the Netherlands?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Groningen, Utrecht University (UU), Eindhoven University of Technology, University of Amsterdam and Delft University of Technology.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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