- Biological Science
- Chemistry, Biochemistry & Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Materials Science
- Physics & Astronomy
- Mathematics, Informatics & AI
- Education, Technology & Management
The applicants have to pass two rounds of selection procedure.In the first round, they must submit an application package detailing their academic background and prior achievements. In the second round, a selected group of the best students will be invited to submit a short project proposal (on an application form provided by the graduate school) and give an interview presentation.
The criteria for acceptance include:
- an internationally-recognised Master’s degree in the relevant scientific field
- marks that clearly identify the candidate as belonging to the top 10-15% of her/his cohort
- demonstrated oral and written communication skills
- good command of the English language
- outspoken motivation to pursue a scientific career
- excellent letters of recommendation
All students admitted to the Ubbo Emmius Programme are guaranteed a scholarship of approximately € 20,000 per year. This financial support, which is detailed below, provides a monthly income more than sufficient to cover housing and living expenses in Groningen .As of 2009, the support consists maximally of:
- a net income of ca. € 1,600 a month
- visa costs and related costs for obtaining the visa (e.g., translating documents)
- incoming flight to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- costs of train trip from Schiphol to Groningen
- costs of residence permit
It should be noted that the Dutch authorities require non-EU students to have an income of at least € 800 a month at their disposal in order to qualify for a residence permit.
The following are the deadlines:
1 May 2009: Deadline for First round of Applications
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