History
Maastricht Summer School started in 2012 as a joint initiative of Maastricht University, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences and Maastricht School of Management, which are all based in the beautiful city of Maastricht. MSS’s mission is to offer education in the summer period that is complementary to the traditional educational tasks of the university.
Education
Maastricht Summer School experiences the special ambiance of teaching and attending classes in the summer: both students and professors are highly motivated, friends are being made and of course the long summer days bring a smile to our faces. The courses are of high academic quality.
Maastricht Summer School is a collaboration between Maastricht School of Management, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences and Maastricht University. These institutes jointly offer courses in a variety of fields and disciplines. They are geared towards students at undergraduate/bachelor level but may well be interesting to graduate/master level students and professionals.
Research
UM multidisciplinary collaborations contribute to solving major societal issues within our primary research themes. Whenever possible, UM research is translated into economic, financial, or social value.
UM participates in centres of excellence, both technological and social, to allow scientific discoveries to be swiftly converted into practical applications. What is more, research is integrated into education at every level. Our educational method, Problem-Based Learning, lays the groundwork for students to embrace research and the scientific method from the very first day of their studies.
Career
UM Career Services aims to bring students and the job market closer together. On the one hand we help prepare Maastricht University students and alumni for their careers, on the other we serve as a portal for companies and organisations intrested in recruiting students and alumni. In addition, UM Career Services supports faculties and student organisations with the organisation of career-related activities.
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
138 7
2023
145 -18
2022
127
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
256 22
2023
278 -45
2022
233
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Student services
Maastricht University’s Student Services Centre (SSC) helps students with a wide range of issues related to studying and student life.
This includes topics such as application, registration, tuition fees and diploma recognition, but you can also contact the SSC for legal advice on a study related issue, career advice or advice from a psychologist.
In addition to providing students with help, the SSC supports several organisations that organise extracurricular activities, such as the INKOM, the sports council MUSST and Studium Generale.
Housing services
Most Maastricht Summer School students stay at the International Student Guesthouse of Maastricht University. The Guesthouse is located within walking distance from downtown Maastricht, just behind the Court of Justice.
The International Student Guesthouse offers high-quality student accommodation, with furnished single and double rooms. The communcal kitchens are equipped with refrigerators, microwaves and electric hobs. There are also living rooms with TVs, bathrooms ahred by 12-16 people and a covered bicycle shed. The laundry facilities include washing machines, dryers, ironing boards and irons.
Library services
The University Library supports students and researchers in achieving their academic goals. We offer a modern study and research environment that is available online, 24/7, either on campus or worldwide accessible with your UM account and password.
ICT services
The core task of ICTS is to ensure the management and maintenance of MAASnet, the computer network at Maastricht University. ICTS is also responsible for:
- maintaining servers and applications
- making software available
- supporting end users
- coordinating ICT projects
- offering ICT advice
Sports facilities
At UM SPORTS you can take part in group classes, training sessions or free play activities in a wide range of sports. You can also work on your health and relaxation in the gym.
Student clubs
Despite the fact that Maastricht does not have a very long history as a university town, it does have a very vibrant student life. Many students join student-associations, fraternities and sororities.
Accreditation
All three participating institutions are accredited by the Dutch-Flemish Accreditation Organisation (NVAO). On top of this national accreditation the three institutions each have been awarded additional (international) accreditations and high positions in rankings within their fields.