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Study Natural Sciences in Netherlands 🇳🇱

Netherlands offers 69 Natural Sciences programs across 19 universities. Tuition ranges from $3k–$18k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

69 Programs
19 Universities
$3k–$18k/yr Tuition
100% STEM
7% Scholarships

Why Netherlands for Natural Sciences?

Living Cost

$13,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (32) Master (30) PhD (7)

Top Universities for Natural Sciences in Netherlands

Wageningen University & Research

Wageningen · National rank #1 · QS #153

MSc Biology · Master BSc Biology · Bachelor MSc Biotechnology · Master MSc Food Technology · Master MSc Environmental Sciences · Master BSc Environmental Sciences · Bachelor BSc Food Technology · Bachelor PhD in Environmental Sciences · PhD PhD in Food Technology · PhD
Delft University of Technology

Delft · National rank #1 · QS #47

Sustainable Energy Technology · Master Life Science & Technology · Bachelor
Avans University of Applied Sciences

Breda · National rank #1

Environmental Science for Sustainable Energy and Technology · Bachelor
Utrecht University

Utrecht · National rank #1 · QS #103

Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences · Master
University of Twente

Enschede · National rank #2 · QS #203

PhD in Science and Technology · PhD Environmental and Energy Management · Master
HZ University of Applied Sciences

Vlissingen · National rank #2

Marine Biology · Bachelor River Delta Development · Master Environmental Research · Master Master of Science in River Delta Development · Master Master of Science in Aquaculture and Marine Resource Management · Master Chemistry · Bachelor Water Management · Bachelor
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Amsterdam · National rank #2 · QS #194

PhD in Biomedical Sciences · PhD Biomedical Sciences · Master
Radboud University

Nijmegen · National rank #5 · QS #279

Biology · Bachelor Chemistry · Bachelor Natural Sciences · PhD Physics and Astronomy · Master Master's in Biology · Master PhD in Natural Sciences · PhD Neuroscience · Master Master's in Molecular Life Sciences · Master Molecular Life Sciences · Bachelor Master's in Chemistry · Master Medical Biology · Master
Han University of Applied Sciences

Arnhem · National rank #5

Life Sciences · Bachelor Molecular Life Sciences · Master
University of Groningen

Groningen · National rank #5 · QS #147

Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences · Master
Fontys University of Applied Sciences

Eindhoven · National rank #15

Applied Science · Bachelor
Saxion University of Applied Sciences

Enschede · National rank #21

Environmental Science · Master
Applied Biology · Bachelor Forest and Nature Management · Bachelor Master of Food Safety Management (MFSM) · Master Environmental Sciences · Bachelor Land and Water Management · Bachelor Food & Dairy Technology · Bachelor Food Technology · Bachelor Environmental Management · Master Coastal and Marine Management · Bachelor Soil, Water and Atmosphere · Bachelor
CAH Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Dronten · National rank #47

Food Technology · Bachelor Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems · Master Environmental Sciences for Sustainable Agriculture · Bachelor
Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Dronten · National rank #47

Food Technology · Bachelor Master of Management in Life Sciences · Master Food Chain Management · Bachelor Sustainable Food Systems · Master
Sustainable Food Systems · Master Applied Biology · Bachelor Food & Business · Bachelor Environmental Sciences · Bachelor
MSc Biological Sciences · Master MSc in Biological Sciences · Master
Applied Biology · Bachelor Food Technology · Bachelor Environmental Sciences · Bachelor Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems · Master
Sciences Track (within Liberal Arts and Sciences) · Bachelor PhD in Natural Sciences · PhD

All Programs

Biology

Radboud University

Bachelor STEM

Chemistry

Radboud University

Bachelor STEM

Natural Sciences

Radboud University

PhD STEM

Applied Biology

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Physics and Astronomy

Radboud University

Master STEM

Forest and Nature Management

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Master of Food Safety Management (MFSM)

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Master's in Biology

Radboud University

Master STEM

MSc Biology

Wageningen University & Research

Master STEM

BSc Biology

Wageningen University & Research

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Science and Technology

University of Twente

PhD STEM

MSc Biotechnology

Wageningen University & Research

Master STEM

MSc Food Technology

Wageningen University & Research

Master STEM

Sustainable Food Systems

Stoas Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Sustainable Energy Technology

Delft University of Technology

Master STEM

Life Science & Technology

Delft University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Food Technology

CAH Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Science for Sustainable Energy and Technology

Avans University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Food Technology

Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Master of Management in Life Sciences

Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Environmental Sciences

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

Applied Biology

Stoas Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences

Utrecht University

Master STEM

Environmental Science

Saxion University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

MSc Biological Sciences

University of Amsterdam

Master STEM

Life Sciences

Han University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Marine Biology

HZ University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

River Delta Development

HZ University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Environmental Research

HZ University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Master of Science in River Delta Development

HZ University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Master of Science in Aquaculture and Marine Resource Management

HZ University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Applied Biology

CAH Vilentum

Bachelor STEM

Food Technology

CAH Vilentum

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Natural Sciences

Radboud University

PhD STEM

MSc Environmental Sciences

Wageningen University & Research

Master STEM

Neuroscience

Radboud University

Master STEM

Master's in Molecular Life Sciences

Radboud University

Master STEM

Sciences Track (within Liberal Arts and Sciences)

University College Roosevelt

Bachelor STEM

BSc Environmental Sciences

Wageningen University & Research

Bachelor STEM

Land and Water Management

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

Food & Dairy Technology

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Molecular Life Sciences

Radboud University

Bachelor STEM

Master's in Chemistry

Radboud University

Master STEM

Food Technology

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

Food Chain Management

Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Sciences

CAH Vilentum

Bachelor STEM

MSc in Biological Sciences

University of Amsterdam

Master STEM

PhD in Natural Sciences

University College Roosevelt

PhD STEM

Food & Business

Stoas Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Management

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

BSc Food Technology

Wageningen University & Research

Bachelor STEM

Molecular Life Sciences

Han University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

PhD STEM

Chemistry

HZ University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems

CAH Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Applied Science

Fontys University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Medical Biology

Radboud University

Master STEM

Environmental Sciences

Stoas Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Biomedical Sciences

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master STEM

Water Management

HZ University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Environmental and Energy Management

University of Twente

Master STEM

Environmental Sciences for Sustainable Agriculture

CAH Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Environmental Sciences

Wageningen University & Research

PhD STEM

Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences

University of Groningen

Master STEM

Coastal and Marine Management

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

PhD in Food Technology

Wageningen University & Research

PhD STEM

Soil, Water and Atmosphere

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

Sustainable Food Systems

Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems

CAH Vilentum

Master STEM

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Natural Sciences in Netherlands?
Tuition for Natural Sciences programs in Netherlands ranges from $3k–$18k/yr. 7% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $13k.
What are the English language requirements for Natural Sciences in Netherlands?
English-taught Natural Sciences programs in Netherlands typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Natural Sciences programs are in Netherlands?
Abroadly lists 69 Natural Sciences programs at 19 universities across Netherlands. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Natural Sciences programs in Netherlands STEM-designated?
100% of Natural Sciences programs in Netherlands carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Netherlands a good country for Natural Sciences students?
Netherlands is a strong choice for Natural Sciences with 19 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Dutch, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Natural Sciences in Netherlands?
In Netherlands, Natural Sciences programs are offered at: Bachelor (32 programs), PhD (7 programs), Master (30 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.