MASTER Computer Science
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Campus & City Netherlands
- Rent (1BR)
- €750
- Groceries
- €280
- Pint
- €4.5
Mild maritime; 3-22°C, often windy and wet.
World-class bike culture + trains + trams; compact cities.
Very safe; bike theft is the main concern.
A Dutch higher education institution registered in the CROHO national programme register.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Would do it again"
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: you finish with a portfolio that recruiters take seriously. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — everything works — public transport, cycling, healthcare, admin. Overall, if you're considering Computer Science at Universiteit Utrecht, I'd say go for it.
"Solid, with caveats"
Would I choose it again? Probably yes, with caveats. The best part: coursework pushes you to actually build real systems, not just write essays. If I'm honest, admin can be slow to respond, especially at start of term. On the city — everything works — public transport, cycling, healthcare, admin. Overall, if you're considering Computer Science at Universiteit Utrecht, I'd say go for it.
"Worth it overall"
Overall a solid programme but worth going in with open eyes. The best part: you finish with a portfolio that recruiters take seriously. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — everything works — public transport, cycling, healthcare, admin. Overall, if you're considering Computer Science at Universiteit Utrecht, I'd say go for it.
"A great decision"
I was sceptical before starting — now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — housing is the one real problem: start looking months before arrival. Overall, if you're considering Computer Science at Universiteit Utrecht, I'd say go for it.
"Good but not perfect"
There's a lot to love, but it's not without its flaws. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city — everything works — public transport, cycling, healthcare, admin. Overall, if you're considering Computer Science at Universiteit Utrecht, I'd say go for it.
"Mixed but mostly good"
Overall a solid programme but worth going in with open eyes. The best part: the lecturers include people actively shipping research to industry. If I'm honest, admin can be slow to respond, especially at start of term. On the city — English is universal; you don't need Dutch for the first year. Overall, if you're considering Computer Science at Universiteit Utrecht, I'd say go for it.
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