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During the first COVID-19 outbreak in Europe, hospitals faced an acute demand for (ICU) beds and a high workload for personnel under difficult circumstances. The disease proved to be unpredictable and heterogeneous in its expression and course and to require a long hospital stay. COVID-19 patients typically deteriorate very rapidly, leaving little time to initiate (oxygen) therapy, and prepare patients and relatives for potential ICU admission.

Care professionals reported they could not rely on clinical signs in predicting deterioration and making medical decisions. General nursing wards are not equipped for advanced monitoring; the standard of care consists of intermittent manual measurement of vital signs only 1-3 times a day. However, continuous measurement is crucial for early detection of deterioration and minimizes undesirable physical contact. In particular, respiratory rate (RR), oxygen saturation (SpO2), heart rate (HR), and variability (HRV) are identified as important parameters in COVID-19. Anticipating a potential second COVID-19 outbreak, decision support for timely escalation to medium or intensive care is urgently needed.

The need for in-hospital continuous vital signs monitoring was already addressed in the ongoing Interreg EMR project wearIT4health, in which a prototype of a decision support system at technology readiness level (TRL) 5 was developed and is currently tested in hospitals. It consists of:

  1. A wearable continuous monitoring device measuring: ECG and PPG (to determine HR(V), RR, SpO2, blood pressure), activity & temperature
  2. Algorithms that, based on these parameters, estimate Early Warning Scores (EWS) to support care professionals in daily practice
  3. A monitoring platform to integrate the device parameters into hospital IT systems to be viewed and used by care professionals

The wearIT4COVID project, coordinated by the University of Liège, is based on a strong consortium of actors from the different regions of the Meuse-Rhine Euregio whose knowledge and know-how are of a high level and complementary:

  • ULiège – Interface Entreprises (Coordination)
  • ULiège – Laboratoire Microsys (Scientific Lead Partner)
  • CHU de Liège
  • Maastricht UMC+/azM (Academic Hospital)
  • Maastricht University
  • KU Leuven
  • University of Hasselt
  • Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg

The wearIT4COVID project carried out within the framework of the Interreg V-A Euregio Meuse-Rhine programme is financed at 1.1 million euros by the European Union and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as well as the project partners.

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A Dual Degree programme is an approved combined study programme that, upon successful completion, leads to two academic degrees. It gives you the unique opportunity to study at two high-level universities and complete an integrated curriculum at both institutions! You will complete part of your programme at a partner institution abroad and part at Maastricht University’s School of Business and Economics (SBE).  

Pursuing a Dual Degree will not only enable you to earn qualifications from two different institutions while writing just one thesis in a significantly shorter period compared to completing both programmes separately. It will also allow you to upgrade your studies at SBE through:

  • Experiencing two different schools and educational systems
  • Broadening your field of expertise and deepening your knowledge and skills set
  • Conducting and extensive study programme and expanding your perspective in addressing international issues
  • Building a vast and international network through opportunities at both business schools
  • Expanding you career possibilities and creating a differentiating factor on your cv
  • Immersing in a new (business) culture while experiencing a new country or city
  • Meeting like-minded students from all over the world and sharing unforgettable experiences

Consider your Dual Degree options

Each Dual Degree programme has a fixed set-up and corresponds to a certain BSc or MSc programme at SBE. Therefore programme outlines and selection procedures may differ from one programme to another.

Below you can find an overview of the existing Dual Degree programmes offered at SBE. More information about the programme outline and selection procedure is specified per programme.

Contact us

 E-mail: dualdegree-sbe@maastrichtuniversity.nl
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MSc Economics
Université catholique de Louvain

University of Antwerp

MSc Economics

University of Antwerp, Faculty of Business and Economics, Antwerp - Belgium

Start date: September 2026 (no February intake possible)

Application deadline: 1 September 2026 (before the start of the MSc programme)

The University of Antwerp is a young (established in 2003), dynamic and forward-thinking university. It integrates the assets of its historical roots with its ambition to contribute positively to society. Being Belgium’s second biggest metropolitan area after Brussels and given its close proximity to Europe’s second-largest seaport, Antwerp is an existential building block of Belgium’s economy and a gateway for international business professionals.

Ranking and accreditations

  • AACSB and EQUIS-accredited
  • #78 in FT Masters in Management 2024
  • #170 in THE World University Rankings 2026 (3rd in Belgium)

  • #280 in QS World University Rankings 2026 (5th in Belgium)

     

Why choose this programme?

  • Study a full year in Antwerp and experience Belgium’s business environment and culture
  • Upgrade your MSc studies at UM with a second policy-oriented degree in economics while writing just one MSc Thesis

  • Follow an excellent preparation for an international career in government and policy-making or a job in academics

     

Programme outline and selection procedure

Download the info sheet

Read about other students' experience in the Dual Degree

Download the testimonial

University of Antwerp

Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics

MSc Financial Economics

Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics, Lisbon - Portugal

Start date: September 2026 (no February intake possible)

Application deadline: 1 November 2026 (during the first semester of the MSc programme)

Located in the city of Lisbon, Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics has been a top business school in Portugal and Europe for more than 50 years. Committed to training the business leaders of tomorrow, the school offers a wide range of programmes with close connection to industry professionals. In figures, Católica Lisbon has more than 70% of international students, which is translated into 60 different nationalities on campus. 

Ranking and accreditations

  • Triple Crown-accredited (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS)
  • #30 in FT Masters in Management 2025
  • #23 in FT Masters in Finance 2025
  • #501-600 in THE Business and Economics Ranking 2025
  • #251-300 in QS Business and Management Studies Ranking 2025

Why choose this programme?

  • Study one full year in vibrant Lisbon and experience Portugal’s business environment and culture
  • Obtain two highly ranked master’s degrees in only two years’ time while writing just one MSc Thesis
  • Build a solid finance profile through access to resources and the extensive industry relations of the faculty 

Programme outline and selection procedure

 Download the info sheet

 

 

Catolica Lisbon School of Business and Economics

LUISS University

MSc International Business

Libera Università Internazionale degli Studi Sociali Guido Carli, LUISS University, Rome - Italy

Start date: September 2026 (no February intake possible)

Application deadline: 1 November 2026 (during the first semester of the MSc programme)

The Libera Università Internazionale degli Studi Sociali "Guido Carli" (LUISS), is a private university in Rome, Italy, founded in 1974 by a group of entrepreneurs. Throughout its four Departments of Economics and Finance, Business and Management, Law, and Political Science, LUISS provides undergraduate and post-graduate education offering an innovative and sophisticated educational approach. The university is located near the historical center of the city and is supported by Confindustria, the Italian confederation of industries. 

Ranking and accreditations

  • Triple Crown-accredited (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS)
  • #32 in FT Masters in Management 2025
  • #20 in FT Masters in Finance 2025

Why choose this programme?

  • Study a full year in the ancient city of Rome and fully experience its history, architecture and culinary culture
  • Obtain two highly ranked master’s degrees in only two years’ time while writing just one MSc Thesis
  • Benefit from LUISS’ strong international reputation and strong network with extensive industry partners

Programme outline and selection procedure

 Download the info sheet for MSc International Business, Strategic Corporate Finance.

OR

Download the info sheet for MSc International Business, Strategic Marketing

Read about other students’ experience in the Dual Degree

Download the testimonial

 

Luiss University

Universidade Nova de Lisboa

MSc International Business

Universidade Nova de Lisboa, NOVA School of Business and Economics, Carcavelos - Portugal

Start date: September 2026 (no February intake possible)

Application deadline: 1 February 2026 (before the start of the MSc programme)

The Universidade Nova de Lisboa is a public university established in 1973. The NOVA School of Business and Economics is Portugal’s most renowned business school and provides internationally recognised research and high quality teaching, located just across the beach in Carcavelos, just outside Lisbon. Students benefit from the school’s extensive corporate network and industry relations.

Ranking and accreditations

  • Triple Crown-accredited (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS)
  • #4 in FT Masters in Management 2025
  • #201-250 in THE Business and Economics Ranking 2025
  • #151-200 in QS Business and Management Studies Ranking 2025

Why choose this programme?

  • Study one semester in Portugal’s most vibrant business school and explore the country’s business environment and culture
  • Obtain two highly ranked master’s degrees in only 1,5-years’ time while writing just one MSc Thesis
  • Jump-start your international career with adding NOVA’s renowned Master in Management (ranked 4th in the world by FT in 2025) to your cv

Programme outline and selection procedure

 Download the info sheet

Read about other students’ experience in the Dual Degree

Download the testimonial

 

NOVA School of Business and Economics

Queen's University, Smith School of Business

MSc International Business

Queen’s University, Smith School of Business, Kingston - Canada

Start date: September 2026 (no February intake possible)

Application deadline: 1 February 2026 (before the start of the MSc programme)

Smith School of Business was founded as the business school of Queen’s University in 1919 in Kingston, located midway between Toronto and Montreal. It is an ideal location for travelling around Canada and the United States and exploring the Great Lakes region. With more than 30.000 students at Queen’s, Kingston has become a true university town, enabling students to fully experience North-American university culture.

Ranking and accreditations

  • AACSB and EQUIS-accredited
  • #72 in FT Masters in Management 2025
  • #301-350 in THE World University Ranking 2026 (11th in Canada)
  • #191 in QS World University Ranking 2026 (9th in Canada)

Why choose this programme?

  • Study one semester in Kingston to experience Canada’s business environment and culture
  • Obtain two highly ranked master’s degrees in international business in only 1,5-years’ time while writing just one MSc Thesis
  • Prepare your international career in business and perhaps launch it with a first job in Canada

Programme outline and selection procedure

 Download the Info sheet

Read about other students’ experience in the Dual Degree

Download the testimonial

Queen's university

QUT Business School

MSc International Business - specialisation Strategic Marketing

Queensland University of Technology, QUT Business School, Brisbane - Australia

Start date: September 2026 (no February intake possible)

Application deadline: 1 June 2026 (before the start of the MSc programme)

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is located at Australia’s east coast in Brisbane, the third city of the country and capital of Queensland. It is a modern and multicultural city in the proximity of outdoor adventures and natural attractions. Established in 1989, QUT is a young public research university located in the heart of the city, offering its more than 50.000 students a variety of dedicated research programmes and a solid offer of business programmes. 

Ranking and accreditations

  • Triple Crown-accredited (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS)
  • #151-175 in THE World University Ranking 2026 (12th in Australia)
  • #226 in QS World University Ranking 2026 (15th in Australia)

Why choose this programme?

  • Study a full year in Brisbane to fully experience Australia’s fascinating business environment and culture and learn from the Pacific perspective on world problems and challenges
  • Obtain two master’s degrees in 1,5-years’ time while specialising yourself in the marketing and writing just one MSc Thesis
  • Prepare your international career in marketing and perhaps launch it with a first job down under

Programme outline and selection procedure

 Download the info sheet

Read about other students’ experience in the Dual Degree

Download the testimonial

QUT Business School

Universidad del Desarrollo

BSc International Business

Universidad del Desarrollo, Facultad de Economía y Negocios, Santiago - Chile

Start date: August 2026

Application deadline: first semester of academic year 2025-2026 (during second year of the BSc programme)

Universidad del Desarrollo (UDD) is a private university founded in 1990 in Concepción, Chile, and later established its main campus in Santiago. The Facultad de Economía y Negocios is located on the edge of Santiago, at the foothills of the Andes. This city is the gateway to Chile, a cultural hub with a beautiful center, historical buildings and green parks. 

Ranking and accreditations

  • AMBA-accredited
  • #92 in THE Latin America University Rankings 2024
  • #65 in QS Latin America and the Caribbean Rankings - South America 2026

Why choose this programme?

  • Study a full year in Santiago and experience the South American and Chilean business environment and culture
  • Obtain two bachelor’s degrees in three years’ time while specialising yourself in entrepreneurship and writing just one BSc Thesis
  • Optimize your Spanish language skills during a credited internship at a company in Chile

Programme outline and selection procedure

 Download the info sheet

University of Chile

Available Dual Degree Programmes

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The Nagoya Protocol concern regulations regarding the access to genetic resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their utilization to the convention on biological diversity. Since April 16, 2016 the Netherlands adopted the legislations regarding the Nagoya protocol.

The Nagoya Protocol, an international agreement aimed at providing a transparent legal framework for Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS), entered into force on 12 October 2014. It is implemented in the European Union through Regulation (EU) 511/2014, which entered into force on the same date. The Nagoya Protocol requires all countries to take the necessary measures to regulate access and to ensure benefit-sharing on the use of genetic resources, not only those countries from which genetic resources have been provided but also countries in which the genetic resources are utilized. In the Netherlands, the Dutch Food and Consumer Authority (NVWA, Nederlandse Voedsel-en Warenauthoriteit in Dutch) has the surveillance regarding the compliance to this protocol.

What does this mean for scientists? Before collecting or ordering genetic resources from another country, a Maastricht UMC+ researcher needs to receive permission from the providing country; this is known as a prior informed consent (PIC). In order to receive PIC you need to agree with the providing country on the benefit-sharing conditions. This is referred to as mutually agreed terms (MAT). All the information regarding this needs to be documented properly by the scientist. Think of:

date and place of access of resources or traditional knowledge;
description of the genetic resources or of traditional knowledge;
source from which the genetic resources or traditional knowledge associated with genetic resources were obtained, as well as subsequent users (development chain);
rights and obligations relating to access and benefit-sharing including for subsequent applications and commercialisation;
access permits, where applicable (Competent National Authority);
mutually agreed terms, including benefit-sharing arrangements, where applicable.

To check if your activities are in scope of the EU ABS regulation/Nagoya protocol, the ABS focal point has set up a tool.  

If you are working with genetic sources in line with the EU ABS regulation/Nagoya protocol please report this (kind of samples, country of origin, PIC/MTA present) and send an e-mail to info-nagoyaprotocol@maastrichtuniversity.nl. This holds for research yet to be started but also for genetic sources already present in the laboratories. Also in case of questions, this e-mail address can be used.

The Nagoya Protocol

Law stories

Bruno de Witte and the ever-evolving field of EU law

  • Featured
  • Researchers
  • UM news
Professor Bruno de Witte is saying goodbye to Maastricht University, but not to European Law. He will continue to deliver his razor-sharp legal analyses at the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence.
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Are human rights of future generations our concern?

  • Featured
  • Researchers
After years of meaningful work at our university, Prof. Fons Coomans gave his farewell address to the Faculty of Law on 2 September, where he examined important human rights questions. How do they impact our daily lives? And how do they affect people on a personal level? Will future generations still...
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A window of opportunity for grant recipients Nasrat and Arif

Both work on their projects at Maastricht University’s Faculty of Law on a Hestia Grant. With that, their paths towards settling in Dutch academia and enriching the knowledge and skills in their home countries might look parallel moving towards the future. But Nasrat Sayed’s and Arif Aksu’s respective...
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Partial independence doesn’t exist: how will the EU get on with Poland?

The European rule of law is under siege in Poland. On October 7 th, 2021, the Polish Constitutional Tribunal declared that the Polish Constitution is more important than any EU treaty. The rest of Europe is keeping a close eye on the situation; how is it going to develop? Is there any chance that the...
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What is the right attitude for an ethical lawyer?

She was a criminal lawyer for many years and a member of the Dutch Senate for the GroenLinks (green left) party. Since 2019, she has been professor of Legal Professions & Ethics at Maastricht University. And in her latest novel, De Juiste Houding [The Right Attitude], her fascination with the grey area...
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Terms and conditions of our future

  • Featured
  • Researchers
  • Students
The Facebook Papers, a series of documents leaked by whistleblower Frances Haugen, brim with revelations. The company appears to have been fully aware of its role in the dissemination of false information and anger-inducing content. Moral philosopher Katleen Gabriels and data protection lawyer Paolo...
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Courtly with a strong constitution

After 35 years at Maastricht University, Constitutional Law Professor Aalt-Willem Heringa will hold his farewell lecture on 25 March. Here he looks back on a successful career and ahead at the role of courts in the Netherlands and Europe.
Aalt Willem Heringa

“I want to make crossing borders easier”

  • Corporate
  • Featured
  • Human interest
  • Researchers
Hildegard Schneider is set to say goodbye. As professor of European Migration Law and former dean of the Faculty of Law, her career coincided with the foundation and pioneering years of the law faculty. She herself made an important contribution to the profiling of Maastricht University as a ‘European’...
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Vulnerable victims can use all the support they can get

  • Corporate
  • Featured
  • Human interest
  • Researchers
  • Students
Sexual harassment in public is becoming a punishable offence. It’s a good idea, says Suzan van der Aa, professor of Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure, but one that doesn’t go far enough. “Sexual harassment in the workplace is common too, and usually has a greater impact on the victims.”
Suzan van der Aa

Lessons from a border region

  • Featured
  • Human interest
  • Researchers
  • Students
The pandemic has called into question the idea of a Europe without frontiers. Sarah Schoenmaekers and Martin Unfried—specialists in EU law and Euregional cooperation, respectively—search for answers.
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Law blogs

AI-Generated Representations of Architectural Works and Limits of Architectural Copyright

  • Law

Copyright lawsuits in the US brought by groups of writers, artists, and musicians against AI developers have mainly focused on the AI training stage rather than the output stage. One of the reasons for this focus is that claimants often struggle to demonstrate that AI outputs are copies of original works. Architecture is different: where general-purpose AI models like GhatGPT reproduce copyright-protected architectural designs, the similarity is remarkable and therefore it becomes easier to demonstrate copying. While we have not seen lawsuits from architects yet, they are likely to be unsuccessful nevertheless. Why?

an architect's working table with drawings

Developing Agnostic Network AI Models for Financial Crime Detection

  • Law

Can we trust AI with our financial integrity? With financial crime, the stakes aren't just monetary—they involve the rule of law and the health of our democracy. But in the COMCRIM AI PhD project, we are facing a unique challenge: How do you train a machine to find a needle in a haystack when that 'needle' is constantly changing its position? Trying to answer this question, we provide an overview of how AI can support the detection of financial crimes that threaten the rule of law and democracy.

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Does the ban on designer drugs in the Netherlands work?

  • Law

On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the Research and Data Centre (WODC) and the Trimbos Institute jointly organised the annual symposium of the National Drug Monitor (NDM). During the meeting, the latest figures and trends were presented: who uses drugs, and what developments are visible? What stood out? The rise of the new psychoactive substance (NPS) 3MMC, best known by the name MIAUW.

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Sorting out competence related conflicts of physicians in specialty training

  • Law

Nobody likes a conflict, especially not about being good enough to belong to a certain profession. All the same, nobody wants to receive medical treatment from a doctor, without sufficient professional performance. So, after graduation, a medical specialist should be competent to provide the level of care sufficient to the norms of the specialty, regardless of any disputes or obstacles during training.

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The EU-Australia Trade Deal: Trade, Trust and Investment Protection

  • Law

On 24 March, a long-negotiated trade deal between the European Union and Australia finally became a reality. This is a welcome development in light of the current geopolitical and economic uncertainties. The agreement follows a series of recently concluded EU trade deals with important partners such as Indonesia and India, reflecting the EU’s broader strategy to expand its economic presence in key markets and to help European businesses diversify their trade relationships. Given the scale of the economies involved, these agreements are expected to have a significant economic impact.

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Are you a student with a disability (such as a visual impairment), a chronic illness (such as diabetes), or neurodivergence (such as ADHD)? Then UnliMited-Students is for you! 

UnliMited-Students is a supportive, student-led network at Maastricht University. We're a space for students with visible and invisible disabilities, chronic illnesses, psychological conditions or neurodivergence to connect, find community and feel understood. No need to explain yourself here. We see you and wholeheartedly accept you. Just as you are.

What we do

We focus on connection, support and advocacy. Together, we:

  • foster a community of students who support each other
  • offer an active WhatsApp group to keep our community connected
  • host regular gatherings like movie screenings, book clubs, hikes and cosy corner meetups
  • provide peer-to-peer support through our buddy programme
  • act as advocates during the development of UM policies, ensuring our voices are heard


We also work to increase visibility and speak up for the 10% of UM students living with disabilities, chronic illnesses or neurodivergent conditions—many of which are not immediately visible.

Buddy programme

The UnliMited buddy programme connects UM students with a disability, chronic illness or neurodivergence for informal, one-to-one peer support. You'll build a connection, share experiences and support each other through university life. Sign up for a buddy by 5 October 2025! 

  Find out more and sign up for the buddy programme

Regular activities @ UnliMited-Students

Cosy corners

Connect with like-minded people in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Spend the afternoon chatting while enjoying cosy activity and a warm drink. Drop in at any time you like—no need to register.

UnliMited-Students Cosy Corner

Talking circles

Meet other students to explore topics around disability, chronic illness or neurodivergence. Sharing our experiences helps us learn from each other, find support and see things from new perspectives.

UnliMited-Students Talking Circles

Book club

Meet with fellow book lovers in our community. Join our WhatsApp chat to help choose the next read, share your thoughts and join casual meetups to chat about the books—both online and in person.

UnliMited-Students book club

Our advocacy work: Nothing about us without us

The guiding principle in our advocacy work is: Nothing about us without us. This means that students with a disability, chronic illness or neurodivergence are involved in decision-making that affects us. We believe in consultation not only when problems arise, but also proactively, such as during the creation and rollout of new policies.

We also actively gather experiences from UM students about the challenges they face when studying with a disability, chronic illness or neurodivergence. We discuss these, anonymously if requested, with the Disability Support Office. They reach out to the departments involved to make improvements. Our advocacy work and activities are also supported by the Diversity & Inclusivity Office.

We aim to leave a legacy of greater inclusion and accessibility for the students who come after us. 

Who we are: our stories

One of the ways we raise awareness about studying and working with a disability, is by celebrating the voices and contributions of our community members with disabilities.

  Watch the video to hear first-hand about some of the challenges we face. Members of UnliMited-Students and staff read the stories of students with a disability, chronic illness or neurodivergence, sharing their experiences of university life.

  Learn more about our stories and how you can share yours

Awareness campaign #YouDoNotHaveToExplainToUs

In our campaign #YouDoNotHaveToExplainToUs, UnliMited members share some common misunderstandings we experience and what it means to us that within the UnliMited-Students network, we don’t have to explain why we do things the way we do (or don’t 😉). 

Check out the slideshow to read some of the stories.

For more updates and news about upcoming initiatives, follow us on our Instagram:
 @unlimited_students

UnliMited-Students #YouDoNotHaveToExplainToUs why you behave the way you do

Meet our student employees

Estella and Amélie help UnliMited by: 

  • organising events and community-building activities

     

  • sharing ideas and feedback on accessibility
  • managing our Instagram and Linktree accounts
  • providing information to community members
  • coordinating with our volunteers

Got ideas or questions? Email us at
unlimited-students@maastrichtuniversity.nl

 

Want to volunteer?

We’d love your help at our activities! Send us your details and interests at
unlimited-students@maastrichtuniversity.nl

Estella

Estella is currently studying a bachelor's in Psychology. As a neurodivergent student who struggles with chronic illnesses, she knows first-hand how challenging student life can sometimes be. She looks forward to contributing to a community that empowers and supports students with a disability, chronic condition or neurodivergence. She aims to provide a safe space for students to connect to their peers and share their voice. 

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Amélie

Amélie is currently doing her bachelor's in European Law. She is passionate about disability awareness and creating a safe space for others. Being a neurodivergent student herself, she recognises what UnliMited members can go through. At the same time, she is committed to listening to her peers and learning about their unique experiences. Amélie used to be a volunteer at UnliMited-Students before she was hired.

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Dialogue on inclusive education with Prof. Dr. Pamela Habibović

What does it mean to be a student with an (in)visible disability, chronic condition, or neurodivergence at Maastricht University? And how can this experience be improved?

In 2020, UM signed the declaration of intent of the UN Convention to dedicate itself to improving inclusive education at UM. In June 2023, Prof. Dr. Pamela Habibović, our UM Rector Magnificus, met with students to discuss best practices, achievements, points for improvement regarding and next steps for UM regarding inclusive education. 

ECIO (Expertise Centrum Inclusief Onderwijs) moderated the discussion. Read the ECIO blog about the progress made and what opportunities for improvement still exist. 

Photo (left to right:) Sigrid Péters from Disability Support, Sjoerd, John and Carolina from UnliMited-Students, and Rector Magnificus Prof. Pamela Habibović. 

A photo of Sigrid from Disability Support, Sjoerd, John and Carolina from UnliMited-Students and Prof. dr. Pamela Habibović, smiling and holding the UN Declaration of intent.

UM Offices that offer support

UM's Disability Support

You can request various forms of support during your studies at UM, including:

  • extra exam time or smaller exam rooms

     

  • assistive  technology

  • accessible housing

     

The Disability Support Office is here to help you with this. 

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UM Psychologists

For mental health support, you can contact UM's psychologists to make an appointment or get information about other available resources.

Learn more on the webpage 
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Wellbeing Movement

UM offers a variety of wellbeing initiatives and programmes, such as online and in-person lectures, workshops and training programmes. 

Find our more on the webpage 
Student wellbeing

Wellbeing week

Congratulations! You are about to start your life as a student at the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences. Over the next few weeks, you will meet fellow students and staff, and get acquainted with UM’s platforms and facilities. We have collected the most important ones for you, along with some practical information. Be sure to save this page so you can scroll through it later at your own pace.

Your programme of the day for the Faculty introduction is listed at the bottom of the page.

 

 

Facilities

Education Office

If you have any academic questions (related to your studies), please contact AskFHML, take a look at the student intranet or drop by at the Education Desk.
 

Education Desk
(open on Mo-Tue-Thu-Fri, 9,00-13.00h)

+31 43 38 85 655

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Student Services Centre (SSC)

If you have any non-academic questions (application, registration, tuitions fees and housing), please contact the Student Services Centre (SSC). 
 

Student Services Centre
+31 43 388 5388
study@maastrichtuniversity.nl

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ICT Service Center

If you have any UM related ICT issues (multifactor authentication, setting up your email, logging in to your account, pairing your calendar on your phone) you can contact the ICT Service Centre (ICTS). 
 

ICT Service Centre
+31 43 388 5555
servicedesk-icts@maastrichtuniversity.nl

All ICT manuals & information
Self-service desk

ICTS

University Library

At the University Library you can find study places and all kinds of study materials. The modern study and research environment is available on location as well as online.

Want to know more? Check Meet your Library

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UM Sports

UM Sports is the sports department of Maastricht University. It's a place where students, employees and alumni get together to work out at a student-friendly price. Take a look at the 3 For Free promotion.
 

UM Sports
+31 43 388 5311
umsports@maastrichtuniversity.nl

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Maastricht University Language Centre

The Language Centre at Maastricht University offers a broad range of language services to anyone with an interest in learning. 

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Student advisers

Our student advisers offer guidance on a wide array of topics, such as study skills, improving your academic performance, discussing personal circumstances, psychological or physical challenges, (exam) provisions/facilities and choices within the study. They can also refer you to the relevant people and departments in and outside of the faculty.
 

+31 43 388 5770

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Study associations

Every study programme has it's own study association; a group of students who organise social and educational activities for their fellow students.
 

Biomedical Sciences/Regenerative Medicine and Technology - Helix
European Public Health - EUnitas
Gezondheidswetenschappen (NL) - MSV Santé
Geneeskunde (NL)/Medicine - Pulse
Arts-Klinisch Onderzoeker - AsKlepiOs

Study Associations

Randwyck bar

We host all kinds of events organised by the bar committee, study associations and the university. Check out our Instagram to see what we’re up to and when we’re open.

Are you interested in joining the bar committee? Feel free to send us a private message on Instagram or email us at faculteitsbar@maastrichtuniversity.nl.

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Platforms

Student portal

Find your timetable, your courses, your grades and access to all applications you will need during your study, like e-mail and Canvas (Maastricht University’s learning environment).

Canvas app
Apple App Store
Google Play

Student portal

Mymaastricht

Mymaastricht.nl is the one-stop information platform to help (international) students get comfortable in the city. They provide you with the information you need when coming to Maastricht. Their content is all in English and covers health, transport, housing and finances.
 

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Canvas

Find your syllabus, cases and more information about your courses on Canvas. Also, important announcements from the courses and the faculty will be made on Canvas. Your curriculum will be published mid-August.

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UnliMited

For and by students with disabilities, chronic conditions, neurodivergence or psychological conditions. Meet your student community at UM.

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Practical information

Academic calendars 2025-2026

Download the academic calendar for your programme. The calendar contains information on holidays, exam periods etc.

Academic calendars

Faculty introduction programmes

Please download the programme of the day for your Faculty introduction here.

Programmes of the day
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Problem-Based Learning

For all new master’s students it is important to study the material of Problem-Based Learning.

Problem-Based Learning
Core principles

Video's about:
Role of discussion leader
Role of participant
Role of scribe

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Wifi

Use Eduroam or UMnet network
Login: i[student nr]@unimaas.nl
UM password

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Student laptop

Students are required to use a personal laptop for their studies. It does not need to be an advanced model. A basic laptop will suffice.

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UMcard

From 18 August till 12 September, between 09:00 and 17:00, you can pick up your UM card at Tapijn or UM Sport. But only after you have received an email from ssc-umcards@maastrichtuniversity.nl saying that your UM card is ready for pickup.

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Smoke-free campus

Smoking on campus is prohibited by Dutch legislation. We are located at the Maastricht Health Campus, where we actively contribute to public health. A smoke-free environment is part of that mission. To make this clear, we’ve marked the smoke-free area as the blue zone.

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Information for cyclists

Get around Maastricht by bike easily and safely. Visit the posifiets website for more information.

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Sexual safety

A safe environment is essential to your growth as a student. There is no place for sexual violence at our university. 


Sexual safety website 
Are you okay brochure

 

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Healthcare in Maastricht

Being and staying healthy is an important condition for a successful study. Save these tips to register with a GP.

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September to remember

The aim of September to Remember is to help you get more comfortable in a new environment.

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Campus information

Download the map of the campus here. 

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How to use our printers

Download the UM manual for instructions on using the printers.

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News

What do UM students think about an obligation to learn Dutch?

Observant 30 May 2023

Compulsory Dutch lessons? “In Italy, they would think it very odd if foreign students didn’t speak a word of Italian”

What do UM students think about an obligation to learn Dutch?

30-05-2023 · Background

MAASTRICHT. International students in Maastricht absolutely against compulsory Dutch courses. That was the heading of a recent article on the online news forum ScienceGuide. It caused quite a stir on social media. According to UM president Rianne Letschert, there are more sides to it. Is that true?

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LC Effective communication

English in the international classroom: do you communicate effectively?

Do you have a good passive knowledge of English but find it difficult to put that knowledge into practice? Or do you feel insecure about your English pronunciation? After the 'Effective Communication' B2 or C1 course at the Language Centre, you will be more confident. 

Interested to take the challenge? See Effective Communication for more information.

 

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‘Maaike and Arno’, Podcast for Dutch learners

Are you learning Dutch and have a hard time pronouncing the tongue-twisting sounds of the Dutch language? Then put on your headphones because this podcast will have you speaking Dutch in no time!

The podcast the Language Centre participated in is created from the idea of giving participants more learning mileage in an accessible, fun way. 

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Stories and interviews

Making an Impact

Sarah Hiley

How can you ensure your research will have an impact on society? Who will benefit from the results of your research and how will you reach them? The Language Centre has been working with the PhD Platform, the Knowledge Transfer Office and several academic departments to co-create an Impact Writing Workshop. 

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“Working with people, different cultures, teaching, supervision, great variety. I’m surprised more people don’t choose a career in education.”

Stan Lommelen on the importance of building a good relationship with students

‘Strong performance starts with a strong relationship’, is a quote from a colleague who died too soon and who, like me, worked in special education. Our pupils, aged between 12 and 18, had learning and/or educational disabilities such as dyslexia, autism, ADHD or antisocial behaviour. I really enjoyed my time there. 

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'Chinese is not that difficult to learn!'

Suli Poell on learning Chinese

When I tell people that I am a Chinese teacher, people often say: “Chinese is a very difficult language!”  That is right, Chinese IS difficult. There are two reasons that make Chinese difficult. 

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How to Become a Skilful Critical Writer.

Christina Markanastasakis

The Language Centre of Maastricht University provides a range of writing courses aimed at guiding PhD and Postdoctoral candidates in becoming skilled commentators in their field of research. 

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'Nooit meer stil', the essay written by Danae Smeets of UM nominated for the Gerrit Krolprijs 2021

Danae Smeets, took part in the Dutch essay competition with the theme 'Scenario’s voor de toekomst’. Her essay ‘Nooit meer stil’ was nominated and only narrowly missed out on a win.

The FHML student shows that she has a challenging future vision and knows how to word this in a crisp and eloquent way.

Read the essay
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Hello and goodbye during the coronavirus pandemic

Yvette Froeling and Ilja Schreinemakers talk about the Language Centre, the future and their views on the future of language education.

 

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Marco Buschman is a course leader on Leadership & Change and an Executive Coach in the MaastrichtMBA programme at Maastricht University’s School of Business and Economics (SBE). He is also Managing Partner at COURIUS, specialists in the human side of change. He specialises in facilitating and supporting organisations in creating best-performing cultures where results and productivity are combined with an atmosphere of trust, respect and an appreciation of differences.

Prof. Dr. Harold Hassink is Programme Director at UMIO | Maastricht University and responsible for various part-time training programmes for professionals, including the Parttime Opleiding Bedrijfskunde, the Parttime Opleiding Business Control, the Postdoctorale Opleiding tot Registercontroller and the international Excutive Master of Finance and Control.

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