Bachelor
Artificial Intelligence
★ StudyPath verdict
7.5/10
Ideal for students seeking a research-driven AI bachelor with strong foundations in computing and cognition at a historic university. One tradeoff is the focus on theory over immediate industry placement compared to more applied programmes.
Tuition · Intl
↗€19,800
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
3 years
180 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2020
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗156
DUO ↑46% ↗
Intl. %
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S:F ratio
↗25:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Any VWO
profile + subjects ↗
Satisfaction
↗4.0/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
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Median salary
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Alumni
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↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 24 Jun 2026
About this program
How can you develop an autonomous car? How can you teach a computer to recognize speech or emotions? How can we design intelligent systems that align with human thinking? These are key questions you'll explore in the Bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Groningen.
What to expect from the Bachelor's in Artificial Intelligence * Study the foundations of intelligence in both humans and machines* Combine programming, data science, computational linguistics, neuroscience, and, robotics* Design smart systems that solve real-world problems* Work in international teams and gain practical experienceIn the Bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence you will study how intelligence emerges in humans, computers, and social systems. This international programme brings together machine learning, cognitive psychology and neuroscience, linguistics, philosophy, and data science to help you understand and design intelligent behaviour. You'll learn to build systems that work in harmony with human thought and behaviour, from autonomous vehicles to language-aware chatbots.
The curriculum provides a solid foundation in mathematics and programming. Whether you're new to coding or already experienced, you'll gain the skills to translate academic knowledge into practical, innovative solutions. Throughout the programme, you'll engage with real-world challenges at th
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English180 ECTSBachelor of ScienceField area: Natural SciencesSector: Exact en InformaticaCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
About University of Groningen
Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen is the second oldest university in the Netherlands with over 33,000 students. Known for its vibrant student city atmosphere (1 in 4 residents is a student), excellent research output, and 4 Nobel Prize laureates including Ben Feringa (Chemistry 2016).
Living in Groningen
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€450/mo
Monthly total
€800–€1,400
Cost of living
Medium
Population
234k
Young, vibrant, and welcoming. Groningen has a laid-back northern Dutch charm combined with the energy of a true student city. The compact city center is easy to navigate by bike, and the local community is known for being friendly and open to international students.
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Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
Year 160 ECTS
Foundations
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Calculus for Artificial Intelligence
- Autonomous Systems
- Algorithms and Data Structures (AI)
- Linear Algebra and Multivariable Calculus
- Introduction to the Brain
- Imperative Programming (for AI)
- Introduction to Logic (AI)
- Cognitive Psychology
- Statistics
Year 260 ECTS
Core AI
- Introduction to Machine Learning
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Advanced Logic
- Philosophy of AI and Cognition
- Neural Networks
- Knowledge and Agent Systems
- Signals and Systems
- Language and Speech Technology
- Data Analytics and Communication
- Ethics in Artificial Intelligence
Year 360 ECTS
Specialization & Project
- Minor (electives)
- Specialization: Computational neuroscience / Hybrid intelligence / Language and AI / Machine learning / Robotics
- Bachelor's Project
180 ECTS total · semester-by-semesterSource ↗
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Where bachelor graduates continue
Artificial Intelligence63%
Information Studies7%
Computing Science5%
Information Sciences2%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 286%
Complete this degree60%
Continue studying after graduating69%
Women among first-years27%
Say workload is “just right”61%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 86 respondents
Content & set-up3.8
Teachers3.9
Atmosphere4.2
Involvement & contact3.9
Study guidance4.1
Testing & assessment3.8
Facilities4.3
Career preparation3.1
Teachers' English4.4
Would choose again3.9
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS: 6.5
- TOEFL iBT: 90
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Internships
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