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Erasmus University Rotterdam

Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam
Latin: Academiae Erasmianae Roterodamensis
Motto in English	Making Minds Matter and Creating a Force for Positive Change
Type	Public, General
Established	1913 – Nederlandsche Handels-Hoogeschool 1937 – renamed Nederlandse Economische Hogeschool (with university status granted) 1966 – establishment Medische Faculteit Rotterdam 1973 – merger Medische Faculteit Rotterdam and Nederlandse Economische Hogeschool; renamed to Erasmus University Rotterdam
Budget	€859,1 million (2023)
Rector	Jantine Schuit
Academic staff	3,207 (2023)
Administrative staff	3,130 (2023)
Undergraduates	20,508 (2023)
Postgraduates	11,104 (2023)
Doctoral students	2,628 (2023)
Location	Rotterdam and The Hague , South Holland , Netherlands
Colours	Erasmus Bright Green, Erasmus Green and Erasmus Warm Grey
Affiliations	AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB, TPC

Erasmus University Rotterdam (often called EUR) is a big public university in Rotterdam, Netherlands. It is known for its strong focus on research. The university is named after Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus, a famous thinker from the 15th century.

One of its most important parts is Erasmus MC. This is a huge teaching hospital and medical school. It is one of the largest medical centers in Western Europe. It is also a top medical and trauma center in the Netherlands.

History of Erasmus University

The campus of Erasmus University Rotterdam

Erasmus University Rotterdam started on November 8, 1913. It was first called the Netherlands School of Commerce. Business people in Rotterdam helped to create it.

In 1937, the school became a university. It taught about business and economics. Its name changed to the Netherlands School of Economics. In the 1960s, more subjects were added. These included Law, Social Sciences, Philosophy, History, Arts, and Business Administration.

A medical school was also started in Rotterdam. In 1966, the government opened the Medical Faculty Rotterdam. It was next to Dijkzigt Hospital. This medical faculty, along with other hospitals, became the University Hospital Rotterdam. Since 2003, it has been known as Erasmus MC.

In 1973, the Medical Faculty Rotterdam and the Netherlands School of Economics joined together. They were renamed Erasmus University Rotterdam. It was the first university in the Netherlands named after a person. This name honored Desiderius Erasmus, who brought academic fame to Rotterdam.

Focus Areas of Study

Erasmus University Rotterdam focuses on four main areas of study. These are Health, Wealth, Governance, and Culture.

Health Studies

This area includes Erasmus MC, which is the university's medical center. It also includes the Erasmus School of Health Policy and Management (ESHPM). This school connects medicine with social sciences. Researchers here study how genes affect diseases. They also look at health economics.

Wealth Studies

Erasmus University main faculty building containing Erasmus School of Economics.

This area includes the Erasmus School of Economics and the Rotterdam School of Management. Many students from around the world come here to study economics and management. These programs help students learn about business and how the economy works.

Governance Studies

This area looks at how businesses and society are organized. It combines ideas from economics, management, and health sciences.

Culture Studies

The University Library.

Culture is a broad area of study here. It focuses on media, cultural economics, and the arts. Students learn about how society and the arts are connected. They also study cultural policies and social identity in modern society.

Research at Erasmus University

Erasmus University has many research institutes. They bring together top researchers.

Research in Wealth

Erasmus Research Institute of Management (ERIM)

ERIM is a research institute for business and management. It is a joint effort between the Rotterdam School of Management and the Erasmus School of Economics.

Econometric Institute

Erasmus University is a leader in Econometrics and Operational Research. These are ways to use math and statistics to solve economic and business problems. Jan Tinbergen, a Nobel Prize winner, helped start this institute.

Tinbergen Institute (TI)

The Tinbergen Institute is a joint institute for economics, econometrics, and finance. It is a top place for research and graduate studies. It offers special master's and PhD programs.

Erasmus Centre for Entrepreneurship (ECE)

This center focuses on entrepreneurship. It helps students learn how to start and grow new businesses.

Research in Health

New building (2012) of the Erasmus MC.

The University Aula.

Several institutes focus on health research. These include:

• Cardiovascular Research School Erasmus University Rotterdam (COEUR)
• Netherlands Institute for Health Sciences (NIHES)
• Postgraduate School Molecular Medicine (MM)
• Medical Genetics Centre South-West Netherlands (MGC)

Research in Law, Culture and Society

This area includes research on public safety, human rights, and ethics. Some institutes are:

• International Institute of Social Studies
• Netherlands Institute of Government (NIG)

University Campuses

Erasmus University College

International Institute of Social Studies in The Hague.

The university has five locations. Four are in Rotterdam and one is in The Hague.

• Campus Woudestein: This is the main university campus.
• Campus Hoboken: This is where Erasmus MC is located.
• Location EUC: This is the Erasmus University College in Rotterdam Center.
• Location ISS: This is the International Institute of Social Studies in The Hague.
• Location ECE: This is the Erasmus Centre for Entrepreneurship.

Sustainability Efforts

The university cares about the environment. In 2009, they launched GreenEUR. This program works to make the campus more sustainable.

Student Life and Activities

Students at Erasmus University can join many clubs and activities.

• In Duplo: For students studying two subjects.
• Economic Faculty Association Rotterdam: For economics students.
• STAR Student Association Rotterdam School of Management: For management students.
• FAECTOR: For econometrics students.
• Erasmus Debating Society: The oldest debating club in the Netherlands.
• Erasmus Magazine: The university's student magazine.
• International Students Rotterdam (ISR): A group for international students.
• Erasmus Sport: For all kinds of sports activities.

University Rankings

Erasmus University Rotterdam is highly ranked among universities worldwide. It is especially strong in economics and business.

Erasmus School of Economics Rankings

The economics department is very well-regarded.

• In 2018, QS World University Rankings placed it as the 9th best in Europe for economics. It was 50th in the world for economics and econometrics.
• The Times Higher Education World University Rankings ranked Erasmus University 1st in the Netherlands for Economics and Business in 2020. It was 7th in Europe and 28th in the world.
• In 2018, the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Academic Ranking of World Universities ranked it 9th in Europe. It was 32nd in the world for economics and business.
• According to US News in 2022, the university was 1st in the Netherlands. It was 2nd in Europe and 10th in the world for Economics and Business.

Rotterdam School of Management Rankings

The Rotterdam School of Management (RSM) is also highly ranked.

• The Financial Times often lists RSM as a top 10 business school in Europe.
• In 2022, the CEMS MSc in International Management program was ranked third in the world.
• The school has received "triple accreditation." This means it meets high standards from three international groups. Only about 100 business schools worldwide have this.

Erasmus Medical Center Rankings

Main building of Erasmus MC, the University Medical Center

Erasmus MC is a top medical institution.

• In 2020, Times Higher Education World University Rankings ranked it 45th in the world for clinical medicine.
• U.S. News & World Report Best Global University Ranking placed it 28th in the world in 2020.
• In 2019, QS World University Rankings ranked it 50th.
• The Scientist magazine listed Erasmus MC as the fifth-best medical institution outside the United States in 2004.

Education Programs

Erasmus University Rotterdam offers many different study programs.

Undergraduate Programs

The university offers Bachelor's programs in Dutch. These lead to a B.A., BSc, or LL.B. degree. There are also several Bachelor's programs taught entirely in English. These are popular with students who want an international career. Many students from over 80 countries attend these English programs.

Graduate Studies

Students can choose from different Master's programs. Most of these are taught in English.

Master's Programs

These programs lead to a Master of Arts (M.A.), Master of Science (MSc), or Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree.

Research Master's Programs

These programs are for talented students who want to do academic research.

Professional Master's Programs

The university also offers special programs for people already working. These help them develop their careers further. Examples include the Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Doctoral Programs

Most departments offer PhD programs. These lead to a 'Doctor of Philosophy' (PhD) degree. These programs focus on deep research in a specific field.

Erasmus Honours Academy

The university has special honors programs for its best students. Students with excellent grades and strong motivation are invited to join. These programs allow students to explore important scientific and societal questions. After finishing, students receive an Honours-certificate.

Famous People from Erasmus University

Many notable people have studied or worked at Erasmus University.

Nobel Prize Winners

• Jan Tinbergen: He won the first Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1969.

Jan Tinbergen was awarded the first Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1969.

• Guido Imbens: He won the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2021.

Leaders in Politics

• Jan Peter Balkenende: A former Prime Minister of the Netherlands.
• Pim Fortuyn: A well-known politician.
• Jo Ritzen: A former Dutch Minister of Education.

Leaders in Business

• Hans Wijers: Former CEO of AkzoNobel.
• Jeroen van der Veer: Former CEO of Royal Dutch Shell.
• Frans van Houten: CEO of Philips.

Scientists

• Frank Grosveld: A molecular biologist who won the Spinoza Prize.
• Jan Hoeijmakers: Another molecular biologist who won the Spinoza Prize.
• Albert Osterhaus: A famous virologist and expert on influenza.

Other Notable Alumni

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  Ruud Lubbers

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  Jeroen van der Veer

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  Prince Friso of Orange-Nassau

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  Neelie Kroes

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  Albert Winsemius

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  Melanie Schultz van Haegen

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  Mohammad Hatta

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  Ferry Sonneville

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  Meles Zenawi

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  Lilianne Ploumen

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  Peter Nijkamp

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  Johan Witteveen

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  Jan Pronk

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  Fatima Moreira de Melo

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  Feike Sijbesma

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  Johan Andresen

Many other successful people have graduated from Erasmus University. These include:

• Heads of Government: Mohammad Hatta (first Vice-President of Indonesia), Ruud Lubbers (former Dutch Prime Minister), Meles Zenawi (former Prime Minister of Ethiopia).
• Business Leaders: Peter Bakker (CEO of TNT N.V.), Frans Muller (CEO of Ahold Delhaize Group), Feike Sijbesma (CEO of DSM N.V.).
• Economists and Researchers: Antoine van Agtmael (coined the term "emerging markets"), Supachai Panitchpakdi (former WTO Director-General).
• Politicians: Neelie Kroes (former European Commissioner), Jan Kees de Jager (former Dutch Minister of Finance), Lilianne Ploumen (former minister for Foreign Trade).
• Others: Fatima Moreira de Melo (former Dutch field hockey player), Prince Friso of Orange-Nassau (son of Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands).

See also

In Spanish: Universidad Erasmo de Róterdam para niños