# Get to know our university

**Source**: https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/study/get-to-know-us
**Parent**: https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/

At Maastricht University, there is space for everyone. Students like you are at the heart of what we do. Together, we create an inspiring, unique, and small-scale learning environment

Maastricht University in a nutshell:

 We offer Problem-Based Learning in small groups, fostering an intimate and international learning environment.

 We are renowned for our cutting-edge academic research, educational innovation and high rankings among young international universities.

 Our graduates enjoy strong job prospects, with 93% finding paid employment within a few years of graduation.

 Situated in the heart of Europe, we offer students a vibrant city life full of cultural richness.

### I chose to study at Maastricht University based on its reputation as one of the leading young universities.

I really like Maastricht as a city and enjoy meeting people from all over the world. Studying at Maastricht University in small groups of fellow students makes meeting new people easy. I have made great friends here through my tutorial groups. The teaching method (PBL) was new to me, but it has transformed my learning style, and I now feel like I am actively learning new concepts rather than simply memorising them. I like the fact that I can design my own curriculum and only specialise in subjects that interest me.

Alora Brown

## Welcome to Maastricht!

Curious about what it is like [to be a student](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/lifeum/living-maastricht "Living in Maastricht") in Maastricht? Watch the interactive video and listen to our students talk about various topics.

### Need some help?

Are you unsure about what study programme to choose? We are happy to assist you in making your decision. Join one of our [events](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/study/get-to-know-us/experience-um-events "Experience UM: Events")!

## Events

[More events](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/news-events)

[Business Engineering](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/events/business-engineering-campus-experience-day)

On-campus Experience Day

19
Feb

[STEM](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/events/stem-orientation-day)

Experience Day

5
Mar

[Health Promotion](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/events/masters-online-info-session-health-promotion)

Master's online info session

9
Mar

## More information

[Information for parents](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/study/get-to-know-us/information-parents)

[Information for teachers and deans](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/career-orientation-and-connection)

[Contact](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/contact)

## Problem-Based Learning

At Maastricht University (UM), we care not only about what you learn but also about how you learn. Here, you will be part of an interactive and meaningful learning experience known as Problem-Based Learning (PBL). Most of your education takes place in groups of 10 to 15 students.

Working in small groups makes it easy to connect with fellow students and enhance each other's learning process. Through teamwork, you actively engage with knowledge and exchange ideas. This collaborative environment allows you to view things from multiple perspectives, helping you gain a deeper understanding of the material and come up with creative, well-founded solutions.

 Read [more](https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/study/get-to-know-us/engage-problem-based-learning "Engage with Problem-Based Learning ") about Problem-Based Learning.

## Discover our campus

Take a virtual tour of our campus and explore all the ins and outs of our faculties alongside our students in this interactive video.