Bachelor
BSc Urban Sustainability Studies
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Best for students interested in sustainable urban development and interdisciplinary problem-based learning at a leading Dutch university; weigh the programme's focus on local European contexts and potential Dutch language components for ful
Tuition · Intl
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intl not published · EU: €2,694 ↗
Duration
3 years
180 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2025
Admission
Open
no intake cap
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Intl. %
↗60%
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S:F ratio
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Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
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profile required ↗
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About this program
Bachelor programme at Maastricht University in Maastricht. Leads to Bachelor of Science. Field: General programmes. Duration 3 years. 180 ECTS. Tuition €2,694/yr.
English180 ECTSBachelor of ScienceSector: InterdisciplinairCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
Teaching formats
Case studyGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentationProject
About Maastricht University
Founded in 1976, Maastricht University is known for its innovative Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach and highly international character with 59% international students. Located in the charming southern city of Maastricht near Belgium and Germany, it excels in economics, law, and health sciences.
Living in Maastricht
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€470/mo
Monthly total
€750–€1,400
Cost of living
Medium
Population
122k
Cosmopolitan, Burgundian, and culturally rich. Maastricht feels distinctly different from other Dutch cities, with influences from Belgium, Germany, and France. The city is known for its excellent food, wine culture, and relaxed southern lifestyle.
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Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
International students60%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO) via Studiekeuzedatabase
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Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Application deadline
2027-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2027-04-01
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- TOEFL internet based: 90
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B1
- TOEFL computer based: 232
- TOEFL paper based: 575
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C1
Scholarships
Maastricht University NL-High Potential ScholarshipFor non-EU/EEA students in participating master's programmes; competitive and programme eligibility applies.
UM Brightlands Talent ScholarshipFor non-EU/EEA students in participating master's programmes; competitive and programme eligibility applies.
UM Global Studies ScholarshipFor Global Studies bachelor's students; eligibility applies.
Fulbright / Maastricht University AwardExternal scholarship listed for master's students; nationality/eligibility conditions apply.
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