Utrecht University

Utrecht University is a research university comprising of seven faculties which collectively span the entire academic spectrum in teaching and research. Founded in 1636, the University is now a modern, leading institute enjoying a growing international reputation. Utrecht University offers a broad range of 45 undergraduate and 167 graduate programmes, the latter including many English-taught programmes.

As a large and multifaceted international knowledge centre of academic and scientific excellence, the University’s core mission is to: > educate young people > train new generations of researchers > produce academics who have both specialist knowledge and professional skills > conduct groundbreaking research > address social issues and work towards solving them Commitment, inspiration, ambition and independence are Utrecht University‘s core values. The University fosters its academic community through investment in staff and students.

Foundation year: 1636
Short name: Utrecht
Type: Public, general
Students: 31550
Faculty: 2200
Faculty/Students Ratio: 14:1
Region: Europe
Location: Utrecht