Studying at Utrecht University means studying at one of the world's best universities, ranked #1 University in Netherlands and #54 worldwide (Shanghai Ranking 2022). Since its founding in 1636, Utrecht University has produced 12 Nobel Prize winners in a range of academic disciplines. With a combination of history and tradition, Utrecht is one of Europe's leading research universities, where students are encouraged and supported to reach their true academic potential. Today, Utrecht University offers a wide choice of English-taught degree programmes, leading to internationally recognized and accredited qualifications.