Study Physics in the Netherlands
40 programmes in physics at 9 universities in the Netherlands are open to international students; 95% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 19,300 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 9,346 USD and 19,859 USD.
Data as of August 27, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Physics programmes
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Physics in the Netherlands by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 6 | — | — | — |
| Master's | 33 | 9,346 USD | 19,300 USD | 19,859 USD |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Universities for physics in the Netherlands
Study Physics in the Netherlands: common questions
- How many physics programmes are there in the Netherlands?
- 40 physics programmes at 9 universities in the Netherlands are open to international students, as of August 27, 2026.
- How much does a physics degree in the Netherlands cost?
- The median yearly tuition for master's programmes in physics in the Netherlands is 19,300 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 9,346 USD and 19,859 USD per year.
- Can I study physics in the Netherlands in English?
- Yes — 95% of the physics programmes in the Netherlands in our catalogue are taught in English (38 of 40).
- Are any of these physics programmes available online?
- 1 of the 40 programmes in the Netherlands are delivered online or by distance learning.
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