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Uni in the Netherlands

Attending university in the Netherlands is a fantastic idea. With close proximity to the UK, an excellent financial situation, great teaching, lovely people and beautiful cities, there are so many reasons to study here. So get on your bike more..

Dutch University Colleges

In the Netherlands, as with most countries in Europe, almost everyone who manages to complete an undergrad degree goes on to do a master’s course. Over the past decade, universities have gradually realised that the in-depth specificity of post-grad education means that bachelor’s courses need not be so constraining in terms of subject choices. more..

Maastricht University

Maastricht is the destination of choice for a large number of British and other international undergrads studying in Europe, and it’s not hard to see why. more..

Utrecht University

Utrechtians love their social life. Utrecht is in many ways perfect in this respect – it’s a true student city, and the range of events, locations and activities that are aimed at students is vast. The town is not so big that you feel lost in an anonymous urban jungle, but not small enough to make... more..

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Published 8th Jul 2016 by Harriet Plyler

Updated 4th Aug 2016

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