University of Groningen
World Top 100 university
Why choose Groningen?
The University of Groningen was founded in 1614, making it the second oldest university in the Netherlands.
The university is frequently voted as the best university in the country according to the International Student Barometer.
The city of Groningen is known as a popular student city and has also been known as the "World Cycling City".
Quick facts
Location: Groningen, the Netherlands
City Population: 193,127
University Population: 27,699
Climate: Groningen has a cool temperate climate similar to most of the Netherlands, although slightly colder in winter than other major cities in the Netherlands due to its north-easterly position.
Nearest airport: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Groningen's Short Term Courses
Further information
The University of Groningen is one of the oldest universities in the Netherlands as well as one of the largest. It is comprised of ten faculties which offer courses in the fields of Humanities, Social Sciences, Law, Economics and Business, Spatial Sciences, Life Sciences and Natural Sciences and Technology. It is a very high ranking university among international league tables with excellent facilities. The city of Groningen is small but full of life and allegedly one of Europe's happiest cities. It has a great deal to offer in terms of culture, with many museums, cinemas, theatres and exhibitions on offer.
Contact us
Contact us via email: studyabroad@uea.ac.uk