Bachelor
Maastricht Science Programme
Are you interested in the natural sciences and want to look beyond the boundaries of a single discipline? Or do you want to focus on one discipline and become an expert in that specific field? The Maastricht Science Programme offers you the opportunity to explore the natural sciences and to build a unique academic profile based on your personal interests and ambitions. Every semester, your personal academic advisor guides you in selecting courses from fields as diverse as biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, neuroscience and various interdisciplinary fields such as biomedical engineering and entrepreneurship. You can focus on a single discipline, or you can combine multiple disciplines in a single degree. Why study sciences in Maastricht?
There is no longer a start in February
Fast facts
- For highly motivated students with a passion for the natural sciences
- Build your own curriculum
- Choose courses in biology, chemistry, physics and more
- 3-year, full-time: Bachelor of Science degree
- Taught in English
- Selective admission, starts in September
- Weekly: 14-18 contact hrs, 25 hrs independent study
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Ioana Dumitrache, student ambassador Maastricht Science Programme
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"Curious about the freedom to choose your favourite sciences? Explore astronomy, regenerative medicine, ecology, inorganic chemistry, and more through my experience as an MSP student ambassador!"
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Meet Maastricht Science Programme
As someone who learns by speaking and listening rather than from books, PBL matches my learning style and helps me pick up knowledge quicker.
I chose to study at Maastricht University based on the university’s international reputation as one of the leading young universities.
Working in the Brightlands labs gives a good indication of how scientific research is conducted and provides skills required for properly working in the lab after MSP.
It's really exciting that MSP is a new programme, because you feel like you can still have an impact
I was quite relieved that I found a programme that uses the benefits of an open curriculum in the Liberal Arts and Science manner.
MSP best represents the extraordinary internationality of the Maastricht University student body.
I am really enjoying getting to experiment with subject choice and gain useful insight into so many fields in a way I think will help my future career through the interdisciplinary nature of science.
I was quite unsure of the direction I wanted to go into when starting MSP, but the RBL system helped me a lot!
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- Explore our facilities
- Learn about student life in Maastricht
- Hear what students say
MSP recently moved to a newly renovated building. A new virtual tour will be published when available.
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MSP is the #1 Natural Sciences bachelor’s programme in the Netherlands: Keuzegids
Keuzegids Universiteiten 2024Staff interview
It is really amazing to see the things that students have done together
Leon Claessens
Former Dean of the Maastricht Science Programme
“When you look at the amount of choice that students have at the Maastricht Science Programme to build their own curriculum, coupled with the advising and the academic resources, the potential is limitless."
Almost every day here, there are students that make me go ‘WOW’
Severine Dufour
Planner
“I have worked with many different kinds of students -economics students, law students, American exchange students- and I think the MSP students are quite special."
I can really make a meaningful difference
Roy Erkens
Senior lecturer Evolution and Biodiversity
“What really makes the MSP special is the small-scale teaching and the close contact with students. Us as teachers get to know you as students very well and vice versa. Because of this, I can teach you a lot more than what you need to know to just pass my exams.”
Researching with students is my passion
Bart van Grinsven
MSP Assistant Professor
I love introducing students to the world of research and seeing them light up and enjoy themselves while learning to produce publishable work. For me, the key to being a true educator is to simulate the professional world as closely as possible and give students a taste of what lies beyond their diploma.
At the MSP, you’re not just a number
Brigitte Giezenaar
MSP Department Manager
At the MSP, you’re not just a number. We try to create an environment for students where you feel heard, where you feel safe and where you can work on becoming the best version of yourself—whatever you want to do in the future.
A different type of scientist
Thomas Cleij
MSP Founder, Faculty of Science and Engineering Dean
We try to educate people who can solve the global challenges of today and of the future. I don't think that my generation of scientists, who focus on one subject in very great detail, is capable of doing that. Therefore, we need to train a generation with a broader knowledge base and a different set of skills.
Study information events
Are you a prospective bachelor student? Then we are here to help! We understand that finding the right bachelor programme is important. That’s why we offer you several resources that will give you a feel of what it is like to study at Maastricht Science Programme.
Visit this page to talk to our students or schedule a personal appointment
Life @ UM
Find out more about what it's like to live and study in Maastricht, including:
- a day in the life of a student
- this beautiful European city
- sports and outdoor activities
Practical matters & regulations
In the support section, you can find out more about practical matters and UM regulations, such as:
- scholarships
- accommodation
- visas & residence permits
- Education and Examination Regulations (EER)
Visit 'Support' for prospective students
Visit Maastricht University regulations to find the EER of your study programme
Questions?
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