About UCM
What is University College Maastricht?
University College Maastricht is a liberal arts college, providing Bachelor degrees in arts and in science. Whereas in a traditional program all the courses are laid out and predetermined for the students, at UCM the concept of choice is central. UCM offers students a broad range of courses to choose from, covering all scientific disciplines. As a college student you have the opportunity to develop your own academic preferences and talents and acquire all the expertise and skills to enter a high-quality Master program. The College provides intensive guidance to help you make the right choices.
A Liberal Arts education familiarizes students with a range of academic disciplines and provides in-depth knowledge of a specific area. At the College, students are trained in how to think analytically and in scientific methods. Students thus learn to ask fundamental questions about scientific and social issues. It is becoming more and more clear that such a program is perfectly suited for an academic career in the 21st century. Broad knowledge and intellectual flexibility are increasingly essential for today's academics.
Courses at the College are challenging and demanding. The program requires a higher study load than standard undergraduate bachelor programs. Students must be highly motivated and are expected to work hard. UCM is a program for intellectually ambitious students.
The College offers an international program. The language of instruction is English, and about 50% of the students come from outside the Netherlands. At present, nearly 50 different nationalities are enrolled at the College. The cultural diversity which results from this gives studying at UCM an overwhelming international character.
