University of Groningen Business School

At the University of Groningen Business School (UGBS), our mission is to empower executives to continue growing as top professionals. We strive to foster both personal development and enhanced organisational performance, firmly believing that scientific insights can benefit professionals at any stage of their careers. By approaching challenges from a multidisciplinary angle and considering diverse viewpoints, we explore new opportunities, encourage forward-thinking, and build strong networks within the fields of business and economics, specifically in energy transition. We challenge you to think ahead, take initiative, and keep forging impactful connections.

Students with a non-EU/EEA nationality will receive via email the Application Guide containing important information about the application, which documents to submit, the payment procedure and useful tips.

Submit required documents:

• Valid passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the starting date of your degree programme; make sure to renew your passport on time, if necessary.

• Signed antecedents certificate

You sign an antecedents certificate, hereby providing information on your criminal record. You state if you have a criminal record or not. We will submit this certificate to the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND).

Are you ready to make a significant impact on global and societal challenges in the field of business or economics? Choose to study at the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), University of Groningen.

• Choose from a variety of top-notch, research-driven (English-taught) Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes in the field of economics and business. We are proud to belong to the 1% of business schools worldwide with both EQUIS and AACSB accreditations.
• Be prepared for the rapidly evolving global landscape with our forward-thinking education, designed to equip you to tackle both current and future challenges.
• Develop the future-proof skills that matter and make connections to drive impact in regional, national and global industries.
• Study in Groningen, the best student city in the Netherlands and at a top 100 business school.

Accommodation

Whether you are coming to the Netherlands for the first time or you are relocating to Groningen, you will be looking for a place to call home. In Groningen, students live in student housing or private accommodation. As it is often difficult to find accommodation in Dutch cities, we advise you to start searching for housing as earliest as possible. Keep in mind that over 20,000 students will be searching for a accommodation at the same time as you.

Please do not underestimate the challenge of finding accommodation. Finding accommodation is a priority and you should reserve a room as early as possible. For example, if you are starting your studies in September, we strongly advise that you begin actively looking for a room in April.

Important to know: You can register at SSH student housing to reserve a student room. Please make sure to apply on time as the rooms can be booked quite fast.

What are your options?

• SSH Student Housing - you can rent one of the rooms the University of Groningen has reserved for international students.
• Private accommodation - you can search and rent a room from private landloards on At Home In Groningen.
• Long-stay hotel - The Student Hotel

Introduction programme for new students

At the University of Groningen we want our students to have a great start with their studies. That's why the university and the faculty are organising a wide range of introduction events to make sure all the new students feel at home and ready to start their studies.

Working next to your studies

As an international student moving to the Netherlands, you might be interested in working part-time along your studies or starting a internship. Please be aware that it might be difficult to find a part-time student job and that all our degree programmes are challenging and full time. You can find more information about the work regulations and conditions in the Netherlands, work permits, job portals on our website job information for international students.