Study in South Holland
Discover over 200 high quality English-taught study programmes to prepare you for a career with impact in one of Europe's most innovative regions. Find everything you need to know about studying in The Hague, Rotterdam, Delft and Leiden in the Netherlands
Launch your future careerÂ
Studying in The Hague, Rotterdam, Delft or Leiden means learning close to the organisations shaping global challenges. From your first lecture to your first job, your studies brings you into an ecosystem where researchers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs and policy makers work together on solutions for a better future. Your studies can lead to impact in:
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Life sciences, health and biotech: working on the next generation of medicines, treatments and digital health.
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Driving maritime innovation and energy transition in Europe's largest port.
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High tech engineering: learning about quantum, semicon, space to robotics and solving tomorrow's technical challenges.
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Studying peace, justice, security and international cooperation, at the heart of institutions that shape global policy.
Why study in South Holland?
Where you chose to study shapes the rest of your career. South Holland offers high quality English-taught study programmes, vibrant student life, a supportive international student community and high quality of life. Find out why 32,000 internationals students already chose to live and study in The Hague, Rotterdam, Delft and Leiden.Â
Over 200 English-taught study programmes
- Bachelor's and master's degrees across engineering, science, business, law and the humanities.
- No Dutch required: easy to communicate in English during studies, career and daily life.
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The place to be to make a difference
- Study where your education connects to real challenges in peace and justice, technology, climate and health.
- High-quality education built around real-world problems, what you learn is never just theory.Â
Exciting international student life
- Vibrant student cities with student associations, accommodation and a dynamic nightlife.
- A supportive student community where international students feel safe and at home.
World-ranked universities
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Leiden University, Delft University of Technology and Erasmus University Rotterdam continuously rank among the world's top 100.
- Alongside 8 universities of applied sciences offering practice-oriented study programmes.
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Value for money
- Relatively affordable with lower tuition and living costs than the UK or US with well-organised student housing, healthcare and public transport.
- Gateway to Europe. Easy to explore European cities and countries by bus, train and plane.
Exciting career opportunities
- Studying close to industry leaders results in plenty of opportunities for English-speaking internships, research projects and jobs after graduation.
- The orientation year permit gives you a full year to find work after graduation.
Steps to study in South Holland
Prepare to study in the Netherlands with this step-by-step roadmap.Â
- Find out how much it costs to live and study in the Netherlands. Explore how you can finance your study.Â
- Find the study programme that will shape your future career below or at the Study in NL studyfinder. Â
- Choose your university and student city.Â
- Apply for your study programme. Make sure to meet important deadlines in the admission procedure.Â
- Prepare for your move to the Netherlands. Track you student visa permit application if you need one. Make sure to secure student accommodation before you move. Sign up for the university city introduction weeks.
- Enjoy your student life and explore the Netherlands.
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Launch your career early by doing internships, learning Dutch, attending career fairs and workshops.
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Research universities in South Holland
Find study programmes at our internationally recognised universities
Delft University of Technology
- Aerospace Engineering
- Applied Sciences
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Sciences
- Industrial Design
- Mechanical Engineering
- Technology, Policy and Management
Leiden University
- Archaeology
- Humanities
- International studies
- Law
- Life sciences and health
- Science
- Security
- Social sciences
Erasmus University Rotterdam
- Business
- Economics
- Life sciences and health
- Media and communication
- Psychology
- Public administration
- Social sciences
Universities of applied sciences in South Holland
Find study programmes combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
- Business
- Design, marking and communication
- Finance
- Government
- ICT and technology
- Law
- Safety and security
Inholland University of Applied Sciences
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Creative Business
University of the Arts The Hague
- Arts
- Dance
- Design
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Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
- Art
- Design
- Business
- Shipping and transport
- Supply chain management
Leiden University of Applied Sciences
- Digital Forensics
Unknown University of Applied Sciences
- Entrepreneurship
Tio University of Applied Sciences
- Business
- Entrepreneurship
- Tourism
Webster University
- Business Administration
- International Relations
- Psychology
Stay after graduation
After graduation you will have plenty of opportunities to stay in the Netherlands. Kickstart your career as a researcher, scientist, engineer, software developer or legal expert and develop future technologies in quantum, semicon, space, biotech, medtech, cyber security or new energy. Prepare yourself for life after graduation:
- Gain real-world experience and skills during research projects and internships, an advance of studying close to industry leaders.
- Meet with the university career services to prepare for your job search, write your CV and practice interview skills.Â
- Join one of the many career fairs to orientate yourself on a future career.Â
- Grow a start-up and join one of the university incubators to develop your innovative ideas.Â
- After graduation, obtaining your PhD or performing scientific research you can stay in the Netherlands for an extra year to search for a job with the Orientation Year permit.