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BSc Chemistry

Radboud University (Faculty of Science) · Nijmegen, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishApply via Studielink, not the CAOOpen entryChemistry, Physics & MathsStudy check
Duration3 years
StartsSept 2027
EntryOpen entry
Deadline (EU)1 May 2027
EU fee 2026/27€2,694 / yr

About the course

A three-year chemistry degree taught entirely in English, covering areas such as organic, physical and biochemistry alongside maths and physics. There is a large amount of laboratory work, and about 39 students start each year.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Leaving Certificate (Established) with at least 6 subjects: at least H5 in 2 Higher Level subjects and at least O6 or H7 in the other 4, plus at least 350 CAO points. Radboud says this does not guarantee admission, and it also looks at your grades, subjects and levels. This rule is published for 2026-27 entry.
  • You need Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics at a level equivalent to Dutch VWO Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics B. Radboud checks your level. If a subject is missing or too weak you can make it up with an extra exam: CCVX or Boswell-Beta (at least 6.0/10), or for Maths the Online Mathematics Placement Test (OMPT-D, at least 55%).

How to apply

  1. Apply in StudielinkApplications open 1 October 2026. Apply by 1 May 2027 for the housing lottery; final deadline 1 July 2027.
  2. Upload documentsUpload your Leaving Certificate results and proof of English in OSIRIS Application within 56 days of applying.
  3. Study Compatibility CheckComplete the online questionnaire that checks your expectations of the course.
  4. Admission decisionRadboud assesses your diploma and subjects, usually deciding within about 3 weeks, and may ask you to take an extra exam if a subject is missing.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 May 2027 if you want a place in the housing lottery (recommended). Final deadline for EU/EEA applicants with a non-Dutch diploma: 1 July 2027..

Costs

  • Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,694 (2026/27). The 2027/28 fee is set by the Dutch government each year (expected to be close to €2,800).
  • EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
Open-entry course: if you meet the requirements, you get a place. You need Chemistry, Physics and Maths at Dutch VWO Mathematics B level.

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityNijmegen
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesNo cap
EntryOpen entry
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Checked against the official Radboud University website: September 2026 (2027 entry). The general Irish Leaving Cert rule is published for 2026-27 entry, so confirm with Radboud before applying. Always confirm details with the university before applying.