What courses can you study at the University of Groningen?

The institution is divided into eleven distinct faculties (including a campus and a “college”): Economics and Business Sciences, Theology and Religious Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Letters, Medical Sciences, Law, Space Sciences, Philosophy, Sciences and Engineering, University College Groningen and the Fryslân Campus.

Which are the best Apps for Erasmus students at the RUG?

Some of the neighbourhoods most often chosen by young people who go to the RUG on exchanges are: the centre of Leeuwarden, for those who go to the Fryslân Campus, Binnenstad in Groningen, for those who go to the central buildings or the Zernike Campus, and Oosterparkwijk and Korrewegbuurt, for those who go to the UMCG Campus.

How is student life at the RUG?

The institution's campuses are located in central neighbourhoods or with a very good connection to the city centre. As a result, near the RUG usually are the entertainment venues most popular with young people, as well as cultural sites such as museums, cinemas and theatres.

Student accommodation near the University of Groningen

Flats, rooms and residences near the RUG


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This institution, called “Rijksuniversiteit Groningen” in Dutch, has more than 30,000 students every year. It is the second-oldest university in the Netherlands, having been founded in 1614, and it is one of the most prestigious in the country. Most of its faculties are located in Groningen, one of the liveliest student cities in the Netherlands. Many young people come to this city to study. For this reason, we recommend you to start your research for student housing near the University of Groningen as far in advance as possible. There is a lot of demand, especially the closer the start of classes is!

Flats and rooms for students near the RUG

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To look for accommodation near the institution, you have to determine which of all its locations you are going to, as well as know which neighbourhoods are nearby. We tell you all this below:

Where is the University of Groningen located?

The following are the most important locations of the institution:

Buildings in the centre of Groningen

Many of the buildings that house the faculties of the RUG, are located in the centre of Groningen, very close to each other. Some of the faculties in these buildings are:

Theology

Archaeology

Philosophy

Zernike Campus

It is located northwest of the city centre, in the area called “Universiteitscomplex”, because it is a campus shared with the Hanze University of Applied Sciences. Among the faculties of the RUG that we find here are those of:

Economy and Business

Space Sciences

Science and Engineering

Campus Fryslân

It is situated in the city of Leeuwarden, and it is one of the institution's newest campuses. It is located in the centre of the city, in the neighbourhood called Nieuwestad, and there are located all the faculties in that city.

UMCG Campus

Its acronym means "University Medical Centre Groningen", because the university hospital is located there, and it is where most of the classes of the Faculty of Medical Sciences of the RUG are taught. It is located near the centre of the city, in the neighbourhood of Oosterparkwijk.

Best neighbourhoods to live in near the RUG

We suggest you consider the following neighbourhoods to live in:

Binnenstad

The old town of Groningen is ideal if you are going to any of the buildings in that area. Here you will find popular leisure places visited by students, so you will also be close to them. From Binnenstad you will also be able to reach the Campus Zernike of the institution.

Oosterparkwijk and Korrewegbuurt

These two neighbourhoods are very convenient if you are going to the UMCG Medicine Campus of the University of Groningen. They are located east of the city centre, about a 10-minute bike ride from it. Here, you will be able to enjoy several green areas, such as Oosterpark and Pioenpark.

Centre of Leeuwarden

If you are going to Campus Fryslân in this Dutch city, we recommend that you look for accommodation in the picturesque city centre. There you will not only be close to the URG, but you will also be able to enjoy all the leisure activities in the city more easily.

Student residences near the RUG

The University of Groningen does not have its own residences in any of the cities where it is present. Alternatively, you can choose between many available private residences that there are (in Groningen there are usually more than in Leeuwarden). However, keep in mind that some residences require that the minimum period of stay is 5 months, so you have to look carefully at the entry requirements before booking.

Erasmus in the University of Groningen

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We give you some information that you should remember during your stay in the Dutch city:

During your Erasmus, you will be able to enjoy different events and festivals that take place in the city of Groningen. Some of the most recognised ones are “Eurosonic”, “Noorderzon”, “Kingsland” and “Kadepop”.

Get a second hand bike when you arrive in the city. It is the means of transport par excellence in the Netherlands, and it will allow you to save money when you move from one place to another.

FAQ about the University of Groningen

What courses can you study at the University of Groningen?
The institution is divided into eleven distinct faculties (including a campus and a “college”): Economics and Business Sciences, Theology and Religious Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Letters, Medical Sciences, Law, Space Sciences, Philosophy, Sciences and Engineering, University College Groningen and the Fryslân Campus.
What are the best neighbourhoods to live in near the University of Groningen?
Some of the neighbourhoods most often chosen by young people who go to the RUG on exchanges are: the centre of Leeuwarden, for those who go to the Fryslân Campus, Binnenstad in Groningen, for those who go to the central buildings or the Zernike Campus, and Oosterparkwijk and Korrewegbuurt, for those who go to the UMCG Campus.
What’s near the University of Groningen?
The institution's campuses are located in central neighbourhoods or with a very good connection to the city centre. As a result, near the RUG usually are the entertainment venues most popular with young people, as well as cultural sites such as museums, cinemas and theatres.
Which are the best Apps for Erasmus students at the RUG?
One of the best apps you can download is Erasmus Play. In it, you will be able to easily find accommodation near the University of Groningen, as well as meeting other students who are going to do their Erasmus at the institution at the same time as you. It is an ideal way to meet other young people before you arrive, so you don't feel so alone.
How is student life at the RUG?
The student environment in the RUG is very lively. It hosts many students every year, both Dutch and international, so there is always some activity or event to go to. Keep in mind that Groningen is considered the quintessential university city in the Netherlands, so you certainly won't have time to get bored!