Maastricht University

founded in 1976, maastricht university is the most international university in the netherlands, offering a wide range of dutch and english-taught programs. the university excels in areas including business, economics, law, and social sciences. it prides itself on employing problem-based learning, an innovative teaching approach that encourages independent studying and critical thinking.

Overview

Maastricht University (UM) located in Maastricht, Netherlands, is renowned for its unique, innovative, problem-based learning system, which is characterized by a small-scale and student-oriented approach. UM features six faculties: Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Faculty of Law, School of Business and Economics, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, and the Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience. The university's specialties lie in Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences, International Business, Economics, Psychology, and Cognitive Neuroscience. UM works to be at the ‘frontier of knowledge’, where they look beyond traditional disciplines and geographical boundaries. The school’s fast-paced curriculum, ability to address social issues, and student-friendly culture give it a unique and vibrant character few institutions can match.