Erasmus University Rotterdam is a highly ranked, international research university, based in the dynamic and diverse city of Rotterdam.
- #65 Ranking
- 119 Masters
- 3,687 Academic Staff
- 39,150 Students
- 6,756 Students (int'l)
- Public Institution Type
Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (54)
- Master Arts, Culture and Society
- M.Sc. Behavioural Economics
- M.Sc. Brain and Cognition
- M.Sc. Business Data Science
- M.Sc. Clinical Psychology
- M.Sc. Corporate Communication
- M.A. Development Studies
- M.Sc. Econometrics
- M.Sc. Engaging Public Issues
- M.Sc. Financial Economics
- M.Sc. Health Economics
- M.Sc. International Economics
- Master Media, Culture and Society
- Master Policy Economics
- M.Sc. Politics and Society
- M.Sc. Social Inequalities
- M.Sc. Strategy Economics
- Master Tourism, Culture and Society
- M.Sc. Urban Governance
- M.Sc. Urban Governance
Business & Management (49)
- M.Sc. Behavioural Economics
- M.Sc. Business Data Science
- M.Res. Business and Management
- M.Sc. Corporate Communication
- M.B.A. Executive MBA
- M.Sc. Finance and Investments
- M.Sc. Financial Economics
- M.B.A. Global Executive MBA
- M.Sc. International Economics
- M.B.A. International Full-time MBA
- M.Sc. International Management
- M.Sc. Management
- M.Sc. Management of Innovation
- M.Sc. Marketing
- M.Sc. Marketing Management
- M.A. Media and Business
- Master Quantitative Finance
- M.Sc. Strategic Management
- M.Sc. Strategy Economics
- M.Sc. Supply Chain Management
- M.Sc. Urban Governance
- M.Sc. Urban Governance
Medicine & Health (35)
- M.Sc. Clinical Psychology
- M.Sc. Clinical Research
- M.Res. Clinical Research
- M.Sc. Genomics in Society
- M.Sc. Health Care Management
- M.Sc. Health Sciences
- M.Res. Health Sciences
- M.Res. Health Sciences
- M.Sc. Infection and Immunity
- M.Sc. Molecular Medicine
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (12)
- M.Sc. Brain and Cognition
- M.Sc. Financial Economics
- M.Sc. Genomics in Society
- M.Sc. Molecular Medicine
- M.Sc. Nanobiology
- M.Sc. Neuroscience
- Master Quantitative Finance
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (9)
- M.Sc. Climate-Resilient Cities
- Master Policy Economics
- M.Sc. Urban Governance
Law (8)
- LL.M. International Trade Law
Arts, Design & Architecture (6)
Humanities (6)
- M.A. Applied History
- M.A. Philosophy
- M.Sc. Social Inequalities
Journalism & Media (5)
- M.Sc. Corporate Communication
- M.A. Media and Business
- Master Media, Culture and Society
Computer Science & IT (3)
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)
Education & Training (2)
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
- Master Tourism, Culture and Society
About
History
Erasmus University Rotterdam has been in existence in its present form since 1973. Its history, however, dates back to 1913, the year in which the Netherlands School of Commerce (Nederlandsche Handels-Hoogeschool, NHH) was founded through private initiative with broad support from the Rotterdam business community.
Education
Erasmus University Rotterdam is a highly ranked, international research university, based in the dynamic and diverse city of Rotterdam. We integrate academic research with excellent, challenging and inspiring education. We offer a broad range of interesting Bachelor programmes, Master programmes and Executive programmes. Highly motivated and talented students have the possibility to participate in our Honours programmes. You can expect Erasmus University Rotterdam to prepare you for a successful future.
Research
- Research is one of the key elements in many global rankings. Mostly, the amount of academic publications and the impact of this output is taken into account. Many rankings for example weigh how many highly cited researchers a university has: the academics that belong to the 1% most cited researchers. Read how the research at Erasmus University Rotterdam is being valued in rankings.
Career
The starting point in finding out what you would like to do in the future is YOU! Your future starts now! Studying prepares you for your future career. Thinking about your future career already starts during your first year at university. Thinking and preparing yourself for your career is an ongoing process in every phase of your study at university (and even after!). Important questions to ask in the process of finding out who you are.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
65 -3
2022
62 6
2021
68
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
80 -8
2022
72
2021
72
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
87 14
2021
101 -21
2020
80
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
208 -29
2022
179 18
2021
197
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
- University Psychologists
- Student Counsellors
- Career Services
- Study advisors
- Study switch
- Studying with a functional impairment
- Confidential Counsellor
Housing services
Different housing applies for students of Erasmus University College (EUC) and the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS).
First things first: student housing in the Netherlands is not arranged for you by the university; it is your own responsibility. We know this can be a surprise for some of you! There are reserved spots for about 25% of our yearly incoming internationals. Most arrange housing directly with landlords via the private market. We strongly advise you to start looking at least three months before arrival to avoid stress and disappointment, while our housing team works hard to make it easier for you.
Library services
The University Library has an extensive collection of books and journals on every subject that is taught at the Erasmus University. The library also supports students and staff in various aspects of their education, teaching and research. Moreover, the library is a nice place to meet, work together and study in silence.
ICT services
Many locations at the Woudestein campus are provided with facilities which allow portable devices (laptops, notebooks, smartphones, etc.) to access the university network. The places where these facilities are offered are called HotSpots.
Medical services
Safety is a goal we reach together, by avoiding accidents and the consequences of a possible accident. Every user of our campus is also responsible for a safe campus. This is evident in a safety enhancing attitude, safe behaviour and our safety mission.
Student Life
Campus life
The hub of Erasmus University Rotterdam is our Woudestein campus, a convenient 15-minute bike ride from Rotterdam’s city centre, including the sleek new Rotterdam Centraal train station (where you can also catch the tram or metro to EUR.)
Sports facilities
We facilitate 50 different sports at our locations at the Erasmus University Rotterdam campus, we have 23 sport clubs a the Erasmus Sports Café and we're are open daily!
Student clubs
- As a student at Erasmus University College you will become a member of the Erasmus University College Student Association (EUCSA). This all-inclusive student association acts as an umbrella organization for a wide range of student run committees, which together offer a great variety of activities and events for their members.
- Besides partaking in all that is on offer, you will also have the opportunity to join or start a committee yourself. A great way of having fun and providing yourself with some well-appreciated experience in organizing and leading. The Student Association is still young, and many new committees will be created in the years to come.
Student Reviews
Well motivated student
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very challenging but also satisfying, I feel that I have learned a lot
Best follow-up University
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
ADEK's program is closely related to Erasmus University's program (working in small groups).
What the Erasmus University of Rotterdam has to offer
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I particulary like the fact that this university offers unlimited extracurricular activities. One can always find a way to meet new people or find their passion. During my first year, I joined an association for extreme sports, I started competitive sailing, I became the chairman of a committe at our study association, and I did lots of other things. One thing though that...
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