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8.0/10
Best for students drawn to fundamental physics who want hands-on labs and choices like nanophysics or biophysics. Weigh the large research university environment against more intimate 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
↗264
DUO ↑102% ↗
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 does nature work? And how can we use its concepts? By creating models and formulating natural laws, we learn to describe and predict the world around us. If this interests you, then the Bachelor's degree in Physics at the University of Groningen might be the right choice for you.
✔ Study fundamental topics like mechanics, electricity & magnetism, and quantum physics.
✔ Gain hands-on experience in labs and learn to translate complex theories into practical solutions.
✔ Deepen your knowledge by specialising in Biophysics & Medical Physics, Energy & Environmental Physics, Nanophysics, Particle Physics, or Physics education.
During this international Bachelor's programme, you will explore the foundations of physics, a 'hard' science based on precise measurement, analytical thinking, and mathematical modelling. You will learn to describe and predict natural phenomena and gain skills highly valued by employers, from scientific research to industry consultancy. Whether your ambition lies in understanding quantum particles, improving medical technology, or tackling global energy challenges, Physics in Groningen prepares you for the future.
What to expect from the Bachelor's programme Physics
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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.
View city guide →Specializations
Tracks from HOVI
NanophysicsSpecialisation
Nanophysics is the study of materials on nano scales (one billionth of a metre).
Particle PhysicsSpecialisation
An introduction to the smallest constituents of materials. It deals with 'fundamental' questions such as Where is anti-matter in the Universe?
Energy & Environmental PhysicsSpecialisation
This track involves the study of energy consumption, its consequences for the climate and what can be done about this. Physics in its purest form, and at the heart of society. How …
Biophysics & Medical PhysicsSpecialisation
Biophysics & Medical Physics is a track where you learn how fundamental physics is used to understand life from the nanoscale to the size of humans.
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
Year 160 ECTS
Foundations
- Mechanics and Relativity (10 ECTS)
- Calculus 1 (for Physics) (5 ECTS)
- Physics Lab: Skills (5 ECTS)
- Calculus 2 (for Physics) (5 ECTS)
- Electricity and Magnetism (10 ECTS)
- Electives: Introduction Astronomy / Medical Physics / Energy & Environment / Nanophysics / Physics of Modern Technology / Physics of the Quantum Universe (5 ECTS each)
- Linear Algebra (for Physics)
- Mathematical Physics
- Physics Laboratory 1 & 2
Year 260 ECTS
Core Physics & Specialisation Start
- Quantum Mechanics
- Thermodynamics
- Electrodynamics
- Specialisation tracks begin (Nanophysics, Particle Physics, etc.)
- Advanced labs and projects
Year 360 ECTS
Advanced & Thesis
- Advanced topics in chosen track
- Bachelor thesis / research project
- Electives and minor
180 ECTS total · semester-by-semesterSource ↗
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Where bachelor graduates continue
Physics49%
Applied Physics12%
Mathematics9%
Physics and Astronomy8%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 279%
Complete this degree53%
Continue studying after graduating63%
Women among first-years28%
Say workload is “just right”51%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 162 respondents
Content & set-up3.9
Teachers3.9
Atmosphere4.2
Involvement & contact3.9
Study guidance4
Testing & assessment3.7
Facilities4.3
Career preparation3.5
Teachers' English4.6
Would choose again4.2
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS: 6.5
- TOEFL iBT: 90
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