★ StudyPath verdict
7.8/10
Best for research-oriented students pursuing careers in advanced materials, nanotechnology or computational physics. Trade-off: strong theoretical and lab-research focus means less emphasis on direct industrial engineering applications than
Tuition · Intl
↗€24,900
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2020
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗78
DUO ↑50% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗25:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
1 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗4.2/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗98%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,623
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ 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
Do you want to design semiconductor materials for the next generation of solar cells? Develop computers that work like the human brain? Create anti-icing coatings for drones and aircraft? Or fabricate materials that convert waste heat into electricity? If you're fascinated by applying physics to real-world challenges, the Master's in Applied Physics at the University of Groningen is for you.What to expect from the Master's programme Applied Physics✔ Focus on materials engineering and device physics with direct links to real-world applications.✔ Combine fundamental research with industry-oriented innovation.✔ Study at the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials, ranked among the world's best materials research institutes.✔ Join an international, research-driven environment with excellent facilities.In this two-year Master's programme, you will deepen your knowledge of applied physics while developing technical skills to tackle global challenges. You'll explore advanced topics such as nanostructured materials, energy conversion, micro/nano devices, and materials design for next-generation electronics. The Master's degree in Applied Physics is designed for students with a solid background in physics or applied physics who want to deepen their knowledge and gain hands-on experience in a cutting-edge research environment.Want to learn more?Visit us at the Master's WeekSubscribe to
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Engineering & TechnologySector: Exact en InformaticaCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
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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Tracks from HOVI
General ProgrammeSpecialisation
The Applied Physics Master's degree programme (totalling 120 ECTS) consists of compulsory and elective courses, followed by an industrial internship and a large, final Master's res…
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: natuurkunde
Median starting salary (field)€3,623/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating98%
Months to a substantial job6
Working in their own field84%
Permanent contract46%
Satisfied with their job4.3/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Professoren en andere onderwijsgevenden in het hoger onderwijs28%
Natuurkundigen en astronomen12%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Women among first-years16%
Say workload is “just right”70%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4.2/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 10 respondents
Content & set-up4.1
Teachers4.4
Atmosphere4.3
Involvement & contact4.2
Study guidance4.3
Testing & assessment4.1
Facilities3.8
Career preparation4.3
Teachers' English4.3
Would choose again4.3
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS: 6.5
- TOEFL iBT: 90
Scholarships
Internships
?No data yet
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