The beautiful city between two rivers, Maastricht is known for its educational institutions like Maastricht University. Apart from that Maastricht University is known for its innovative and different degree programs.

A career in the healthcare industry can be facilitated by undertaking studies in health sciences. This area of study prepares students who wish to work in the fields of health policy, management, administration, or as a basis for pursuing further education for a clinical career.

The Netherlands is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, consisting of twelve provinces in North-West Europe and three islands in the Caribbean. English-speaking students will have no problems finding suitable courses. For international students applying to universities in the Netherlands, several scholarships are available.

A Doctorate of Philosophy, or PhD, may require eight years or more to complete, as well as a dissertation. In most fields, the possession of a PhD qualifies the holder to become a professor of a chosen subject. There are many different programs available.