Radboud University

Nijmegen, Netherlands

Heyendaalseweg 135, 6525 AJ Nijmegen, Netherlands

Course Details

Information technology has drastically changed our lives. Just imagine a world without smartphones, laptops, or the Internet. Become a computer expert and learn to solve societal problems by creating smart, user-friendly, and secure digital tools. Computing Science is about learning to program, right? Yes, but that is only a small part of the programme. As a computer scientist you learn how software works, how information is represented as digital data and the underlying mathematical and logical principles. You will study how all this is implemented in hardware like computers and digital networks and how to apply cyber security to protect IT systems.

Total Subjects 33 Course
Total Credits 180 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.5
Duration 3 Years

The Economics Bachelor's programme focuses on analyzing and solving economic issues, incorporating perspectives from psychology, sociology, business administration, and law. After the first year, you can choose from four tracks: Business Economics, Financial Economics, International Economics and Business, and International Economics and Policy. In the third year, you have the opportunity to study abroad for a semester, with the International Economics and Business track requiring it.

Total Subjects 33 Course
Total Credits 180 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.0
Duration 3 Years

The IBC programme at Radboud University combines the study of communication in international organizations with learning a foreign language (English, French, German, or Spanish). It focuses on addressing communication challenges in global businesses, such as avoiding misunderstandings and launching advertising campaigns in different countries.

Total Subjects 32 Course
Total Credits 180 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.0
Duration 3 Years

Arts and Culture Studies explores art in various forms - visual arts, literature, music, theatre, film, and digital media - focusing on the past hundred years in Europe and the Americas. The program is interdisciplinary, comparative, and multi-medial, encouraging students to develop their own vision on art and culture from historical, theoretical, and social perspectives.

Total Subjects 32 Course
Total Credits 180 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.0
Duration 3 Years

Total Subjects 32 Course
Total Credits 180 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.0
Duration 3 Years

Discover biology from every angle over three years in an international classroom. You will focus on how you can put your learned theoretical knowledge into practice. There is lots of room for personal attention. You will learn about all sorts, from animals and climate change to the chemical structures of DNA and RNA and everything in between.

Total Subjects 32 Course
Total Credits 180 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.0
Duration 3 Years

In the Bachelor's programme in Artificial Intelligence at Radboud University, you'll study three themes: what happens in the human brain when people use computers, how does human intelligence work, and how can we make computers work smarter? You will learn how to create intelligent computer programmes that copy human cognitive functioning. In order to do so, at Radboud University we combine the fields of information technology, mathematics, psychology, computing sciences, and neurosciences. Artificial Intelligence is a young, dynamic field in which there is much to discover!

Total Subjects 33 Course
Total Credits 180 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.0
Duration 3 Years

In the Bachelor's Chemistry, you will get theoretical knowledge and practical skills to understand the world at a molecular level, with the ultimate goal to design new molecules and materials. Chemistry is all around us! It forms the basis of everything you use, whether it is the display of your mobile phone, your deodorant, a painkiller to relieve a nagging headache or the paint that you have chosen to brighten up your room. In this Bachelor's programme you will learn how to design molecules in such a way that they posses the right properties. You will study processes in detail, down to the molecular or even atomic level - to understand molecules and materials, or to create new applications by changing them. That's what makes chemistry research versatile and exciting.

Total Subjects 32 Course
Total Credits 180 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.5
Duration 3 Years

In the Business Administration program at Radboud University, you study all aspects of business, focusing on human interactions and their role in company management. The program integrates psychology, sociology, economics, and law, emphasizing the social and cultural dynamics within organizations and international contexts.

Total Subjects 32 Course
Total Credits 180 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.0
Duration 3 Years

You can enter this Master's programme if you have a Bachelor's degree in Computing Science with a minor in Business Administration Science, a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration Science with a minor in Computing Science, or a closely related discipline. Be aware that apart from a background in Computer Science, also some background in Business Administration is required. Especially if you choose the Aligning Business & IT track within the Master's in Information Science, as you'll then follow many courses at the Nijmegen School of Management as well.

Total Subjects 8 Course 1 Thesis
Total Credits 60 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.5
Duration 1 Year

In this Master's specialisation, you'll study the brain across spatial scales, from molecule to whole human brains. This specialisation crosses the boundaries of multiple subfields of biology, life sciences, medicine and behavioural sciences. You'll study the brain across spatial scales, from molecule to whole human brains. A large part of the programme consists of two research internships that can be performed at Donders Institute, focusing on neuroscience. As neuroscience is an interdisciplinary field, you will become acquainted with other disciplines next to medical biology. This will help you to develop the common ground that is necessary to communicate in a multi-faceted (research) team.

Total Subjects 8 Course 2 Internee
Total Credits 120 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.5
Duration 2 Years

The master's Biomedical Sciences is designed for students aiming to do research or applying biomedical research in practice. It prepares you for a career dedicated to improving human health. Whether your ambition is to do research or to apply biomedical research in practice, you should consider getting your master’s degree in Nijmegen. This programme is an excellent preparation for anyone contemplating a career dedicated to improving human health. For over 20 years, research institutes and health-care organisations all over the world have been employing graduates from Nijmegen.

Total Subjects 8 Course 1 Thesis
Total Credits 120 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.5
Duration 2 Years

Power shapes politics, but what shapes power in the 21st Century? Political scientists analyse political behaviour, ideas, events and institutions. At the heart of politics lies power. This programme offers a unique opportunity for highly motivated students to prepare for a rewarding career in leading positions in the public and private sector. You will choose a specialisation within the programme that determines the courses in the first semester. You will graduate in this specialisation in the second semester.

Total Subjects 8 Course 1 Thesis
Total Credits 120 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.5
Duration 2 Years

The Master's specialisation Physical Chemistry aims at fundamentally unravelling the properties of molecules and materials, trying to find answers by developing theory and applying physical set-ups.

Total Subjects 8 Course 1 Internship and thesis
Total Credits 120 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.5
Duration 2 Years

The master specialisation in Business Analysis and Modeling focuses on responsible strategic decision making from an analytical and a social perspective, by applying modeling and group facilitation. The program is specifically designed for students who are interested in initiating strategic change in organisations, supported by the use of stakeholder participation and computer simulation models. Thus, it offers a unique combination of model building and group facilitation skills.

Total Subjects 8 Course 1 Internee
Total Credits 60 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.5
Duration 1 Year

In this Master’s programme you will work to get a deep understanding of the mechanisms acting in human in health and disease at the molecular, cellular and system levels. Within the Master's Medical Biology, you have a choice between six Master's specialisations.

Total Subjects 8 Course 1 Internee
Total Credits 120 ECTS
Intake September
English Proficiency Level IELTS 6.5
Duration 2 Years

About Radboud!

Established in 1923, Radboud University has consistently been included in the top 150 of universities in the world by four major university ranking tables. As of 2020, it ranks 105th in the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities. Internationally, RU is known for its strong research output. In 2020, 391 PhD degrees were awarded, and 8,396 scientific articles were published. To bolster the international exchange of academic knowledge, Radboud University joined the Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities in 2016.

Among its alumni Radboud University counts 14 Spinoza Prize laureates, 2 Stevin Prize laureates, 1 Nobel Prize laureate, Sir Konstantin Novoselov, and 5 prime-ministers of the Netherlands, including the current prime-minister Dick Schoof. Other notable alumni include former chairman of Unilever Marijn Emmanuel Dekkers, influential priest and theologian Henri Nouwen, biologist Frans de Waal and First Vice-President of the European Commission Frans Timmermans. Former students have also won 3 Olympic medals since 2000, all in rowing.

Why Study in Radboud?

Radboud University, located in the Netherlands, is an excellent choice for students seeking a high-quality education in an internationally oriented environment. Known for its strong emphasis on research, Radboud offers a range of innovative programs across disciplines, including health sciences, law, business, and environmental studies. The university fosters a collaborative learning atmosphere, with small class sizes and close contact between students and professors, encouraging in-depth exploration and critical thinking. Radboud’s campus, set in the vibrant and student-friendly city of Nijmegen, provides a supportive environment with cutting-edge facilities, from state-of-the-art research labs to modern libraries. As one of the Netherlands’ leading research universities, Radboud actively engages students in real-world projects and offers opportunities to work alongside researchers on global challenges. Additionally, the university emphasizes sustainable development and social responsibility, attracting students committed to making a positive impact. International students benefit from a welcoming and diverse community, as well as extensive support services, including language courses, career counseling, and cultural integration programs. Radboud’s strong reputation and its extensive network of international partnerships further enhance students’ career prospects, making it an ideal choice for those looking to excel in a globalized world.

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