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Study computing and software in the Netherlands

Universities and colleges in the Netherlands recorded as teaching computing and software, with the levels they teach and what a year of study costs.

Includes Computer science, software, data science, AI, cybersecurity

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48 computing and software courses in the Netherlands, from the official register. From official course data (government statistics and national course registers).

Subjects we can show you in the Netherlands

Business and management 32Computing and software 20Engineering 22Medicine and health 27Nursing and midwifery 6Law 11Social sciences 21Psychology 7Education and teaching 31Natural sciences 20Mathematics and statistics 6Economics and finance 10Art and design 8Music and performing arts 4Media and journalism 10Architecture and built environment 6Agriculture and environment 13Hospitality and tourism 2Languages and literature 5Sport and exercise science 8
Any level FoundationBachelor'sMaster'sDoctorateShort courses

20 institutions recorded as teaching this in the Netherlands.

Order: Universities first, then most programmes or graduates in this field A to Z

Institutions

Zuyd University

University
Bachelor's · Short courses
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Hogeschool Utrecht

Polytechnic
Bachelor's · Master's · Short courses
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Studying in the Netherlands at a glance

Tuition a year
EUR 9,000 to EUR 30,000
Living costs a month
EUR 1,000 to EUR 1,500
First year, all in, from
EUR 21,300
Money to show for the visa
EUR 13,600
Work during term
16 hours a week
Stay to work after
1 year

Official figures, checked 2026-09-24. Tuition for computing and software can differ from the country average.

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Questions students ask

How much does it cost to study computing and software in the Netherlands?

Tuition for international students runs from EUR 9,000 to EUR 30,000 a year, and living costs from EUR 1,000 a month. With the visa fee, a first year starts at about EUR 21,300. Fees for computing and software can be higher than the average; check the course page.

Can I work while I study in the Netherlands?

Yes, up to 16 hours a week during term on a student visa, and more in the holidays where the rules allow.

Can I stay and work in the Netherlands after I graduate?

Yes: Orientation year (zoekjaar) gives you 1 year.

Scholarships to study computing and software, by nationality

Government scholarships open to your passport, with deadlines and the official pages. Many accept any subject: check each scheme.

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