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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

BSc Biology · Bachelor MSc Biology · Master PhD in Food Technology · PhD BSc Environmental Sciences · Bachelor MSc Environmental Sciences · Master BSc Food Technology · Bachelor MSc Food Technology · Master MSc Biotechnology · Master PhD in Environmental Sciences · 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
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Amsterdam · National rank #2 · QS #194

Biomedical Sciences · Master PhD in Biomedical Sciences · PhD
HZ University of Applied Sciences

Vlissingen · National rank #2

Marine Biology · Bachelor Chemistry · Bachelor River Delta Development · Master Environmental Research · Master Water Management · Bachelor Master of Science in River Delta Development · Master Master of Science in Aquaculture and Marine Resource Management · Master
Radboud University

Nijmegen · National rank #5 · QS #279

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

Groningen · National rank #5 · QS #147

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

Arnhem · National rank #5

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

Dronten · National rank #47

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

Dronten · National rank #47

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

All Programs

PhD in Natural Sciences

Radboud University

PhD STEM

Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences

University of Groningen

Master STEM

Biology

Radboud University

Bachelor STEM

Chemistry

Radboud University

Bachelor STEM

Molecular Life Sciences

Radboud University

Bachelor STEM

Natural Sciences

Radboud University

PhD STEM

Applied Biology

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Management

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Food & Dairy Technology

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Physics and Astronomy

Radboud University

Master STEM

Medical Biology

Radboud University

Master STEM

Coastal and Marine Management

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

Forest and Nature Management

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Food Technology

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

Master of Food Safety Management (MFSM)

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Land and Water Management

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

Neuroscience

Radboud University

Master STEM

Master's in Biology

Radboud University

Master STEM

Master's in Molecular Life Sciences

Radboud University

Master STEM

Master's in Chemistry

Radboud University

Master STEM

Environmental Sciences

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

Soil, Water and Atmosphere

Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM Aid

Applied Science

Fontys University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Science and Technology

University of Twente

PhD STEM

BSc Biology

Wageningen University & Research

Bachelor STEM

MSc Biology

Wageningen University & Research

Master STEM

PhD in Food Technology

Wageningen University & Research

PhD STEM

Environmental and Energy Management

University of Twente

Master STEM

BSc Environmental Sciences

Wageningen University & Research

Bachelor STEM

MSc Environmental Sciences

Wageningen University & Research

Master STEM

BSc Food Technology

Wageningen University & Research

Bachelor STEM

MSc Food Technology

Wageningen University & Research

Master STEM

MSc Biotechnology

Wageningen University & Research

Master STEM

PhD in Environmental Sciences

Wageningen University & Research

PhD STEM

Sustainable Energy Technology

Delft University of Technology

Master STEM

Life Science & Technology

Delft University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Sciences for Sustainable Agriculture

CAH Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems

CAH Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Food Technology

CAH Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Biomedical Sciences

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master STEM

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

PhD STEM

Environmental Science for Sustainable Energy and Technology

Avans University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Food Chain Management

Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Sustainable Food Systems

Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Food Technology

Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Master of Management in Life Sciences

Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Applied Biology

Stoas Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Environmental Sciences

Stoas Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Sustainable Food Systems

Stoas Vilentum University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Food & Business

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

MSc in Biological Sciences

University of Amsterdam

Master STEM

Sciences Track (within Liberal Arts and Sciences)

University College Roosevelt

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Natural Sciences

University College Roosevelt

PhD STEM

Molecular Life Sciences

Han University of Applied Sciences

Master STEM

Life Sciences

Han University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Marine Biology

HZ University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Chemistry

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

Water Management

HZ University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor 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

Environmental Sciences

CAH Vilentum

Bachelor STEM

Food Technology

CAH Vilentum

Bachelor STEM

Applied Biology

CAH Vilentum

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems

CAH Vilentum

Master STEM

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: PhD (7 programs), Master (30 programs), Bachelor (32 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.