Wageningen University and Research

Netherlands

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40,441/yr

Avg. tuition

12,000/yr

Living (Bachelors)

12,000/yr

Living (Masters)

34+programs

Courses

About

Wageningen University and Research is a leading public research university in Wageningen, the Netherlands. Founded in the year 1876, this university focuses on the life and social sciences, and research. It has been recognized among the best universities in the world for agricultural and environmental science programs. Over the previous years, the research and teaching split out into life sciences in general, while interest in agriculture as a career opportunity declined. When the DLO institutes combined with the university, the new institute was initiated as Wageningen. Under Dutch laws, the university and the institutes had to remain separate legal entities.

Top Reasons to Study in the Wageningen University and Research

Studying in Wageningen offers top-class education and a global quality benchmark to the students.
As a result, students easily find internships, challenging work experience opportunities and career opportunities around the world.
This is a leading research institute, so for everyone willing to pursue the research, this is the place.

Admissions

How to Apply at Wageningen University and Research

The students can apply directly through Application Portal on the University's Website by filling out the application form and paying the amount of USD 250 (19,508 INR)

Documents Required to Apply to Wageningen University and Research

Transcripts till the most recent education in English, Dutch, French or German; letter of reference
Application fee – Varies
Additional requirements – Letter of motivation; CV; Copy of passport for proof of identity.

Exams Accepted By Wageningen University and Research

For Master of Arts Degrees	US bachelor’s degree or an equivalent, TOEFL - 550, IELTS 6.0, and PTE Scores Standardized test scores: 450
For Doctorate in Global Education	Master Degree GPA 3.5, TOEFL, IELTS 6.0, and PTE Scores.
English Proficiency	TOEFL (PBT)- 500 or TOEFL (iBT)- 61 or IELTS - 6.0 bands.

Campus Life

Number of campuses the university has
1

Campus locations
Gelderland

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Transportation in the city

The following transit lines have routes that pass near Wageningen University and Research Centre

Bus: 89, C3

Station Name	Distance
Wageningen, Campus/Forum	8 min walk
Wageningen, Dolderstraat	10 min walk

Services offered by the university

The university supports innovation processes by offering various services. It combines research and practical work to develop strategies, practices and knowledge and provides a range of capacity development services at different levels. Through expert services and tailor-made training activities and targeted support individuals, the students here get prepared well.

In addition to offering amazing academic solutions, the university is keen to offer other non-curricular services too, it considers,

Nitocrais the study association for students of International Land and Water management.
Semper Florensis the learning association for students of the bachelor of Plant Sciences (BPS), the master's Plant Sciences (MPS), the master in Plant Biotechnology (MPB) and the master of Organic Agriculture (MOA).

· HeerenXVII An association for students of bachelor 'Agrotechnologie' or the masters ' Biosystems Engineering

Student life at Wageningen University and Research

The campus of Wageningen University & Research is an association where research, education and business join together. Thus, this is a go-to place for everyone willing to pursue research. Other than that, the universities also offer various non-curricular activities and ensure students find places to relish their lives and relax. Such as the student cafe 'The Spot', 'Grand Cafe' or the 'Restaurant of the Future. There are more sports associations where students swim, play tennis, basketball or try one of the many other sports.

On campus accomodation at Wageningen University and Research

Due to the high demand for accommodation facilities, it gets tough to find a place to reside. However, student housing in Wageningen ensures students find comfortable housing options. The university has more than 5000 housing units which count facilities like electricity and/or gas, water, heating, Internet, and cleaning of shared spaces. These room rents start from 350.00 Euros (28346.62 INR).

Faculty

University Faculty:Student Ratio

18:1

University Faculty Stats

The student-teacher ratio at Wageningen University is Less than eighteen students per teacher.

Career Opportunities

Internship opportunities at Wageningen University and Research

Through Student Career Solutions, the university helps students to grab internships and work with leading companies, governments and non-profit organizations. In addition, these students are encouraged to work on various assignments through other forms of education which ultimately help them grab jobs with lucrative salaries as soon as they complete their academics.

Placement of Wageningen University and Research

The university has a dedicated placement cell to provide students several tips on how to find a job and help students/graduates and employers meet and match

Student Career Services has been helping students and alumni who are searching for a job with an online platform. Employers reach out to these students on that online portal. Everybody related to this university is eligible to join this online portal.