UNIVERSITY IN THE NETHERLANDS

FEES for UK STUDENTS at UNIVERSITIES in the NETHERLANDS are euro 1733 per ANNUM 

Students can choose between a Research University or a Hodgeschool (University of Applied Science) programmes include Bachelor Degrees, Masters Degrees and PHDs. 

Why Study in the Netherlands

•  Internationally recognised universities, the University of Amsterdam is ranked number 63 in the world.
• From Arts, Communications to Science degrees, bachelors degree and masters are Taught in English
• The Hodgeschools or Universities of Applied Science are closely linked with business and industry and degree programmes have to maintain good employment outcomes for the programmes to continue running
• By working 32 hours a month, students are entitled to an extra grant from the Dutch government to help them with their living costs.
• Students are entitled to a loan from the Dutch government for tutition fees
• Problem BASED LEARNING  The teaching style can be described as interactive and student-centred, providing students with the attention and freedom they need to develop their own opinions and creativity in applying their newly acquired knowledge.  The Netherlands has received international acclaim for its groundbreaking problem-based learning system, which trains students to analyse and solve practical problems independently through self-study. 

• 81,700 overseas students from 61 different countries have registered at Dutch universities and colleges

• Living costs in the Netherlands are approx. £900 a month, part time work is available and students can qualify for a grant from the Dutch government. 

• English is spoken widely in the Netherlands 

Research universities focus on the independent practice of research-oriented work in an academic or professional setting. Universities of applied sciences offer professional programmes in the applied arts and sciences that prepare students for specific careers.

The Hague University,  Hanze University of Applied Science, Utrecht University of Applied Science,  Han University of Applied Science

The teaching style in the Netherlands can be described as interactive and student-centred, providing students with the attention and freedom they need to develop their own opinions and creativity in applying their newly acquired knowledge.

Tuition Fees and Living Costs for UK STUDENTS

Tutiton Fees Euro 1713 per annum

Living Costs Euro 900 per month

BREAKDOWN OF LIVING COSTS

Housing: ~ €350

Insurance: ~ €40

Groceries: ~ €230

Going out/sports: ~ €110

Clothes: ~ €100

Housing

For housing in Groningen, you should count on needing an average of € 350 for your monthly rent. To keep costs low you should apply early for housing so that you may get the cheapest room in one of our international student houses (starting from €265). If you opt for a room with private facilities this may cost from € 400 to € 650.

DEGREES AHEAD – UNIVERSITY IN HOLLAND

Degrees Ahead has been to the Netherlands to find out more about studying there. We looked at the two main types of higher education institutions over there: Research Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences.

Research Universities focus on research-oriented work in an academic or professional setting. Universities of Applied Sciences offer professional programmes in the applied arts and sciences that prepare students for specific careers.

WHY THE NETHERLANDS?

Higher education in Holland has a worldwide reputation for its high quality. This high quality is achieved by the national system of regulation and quality assurance that is in place - all degree programmes offered by Research Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences are evaluated against a specific set of criteria and only those that meet these criteria are accredited and officially recognized.

• ØA wide range of degree programmes are TAUGHT IN ENGLISH

• ØFees are around £1,500 per year, so students can finish their degree with little-to-no debt!

• ØBy working 32 hours a month, students are entitled to an extra grant from the Dutch government to help them with their living costs.

• ØThe Dutch taxpayer also gives students who work a free pass for public transport across the whole country.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF UNIVERSITIES IN THE NETHERLANDS

Research Universities

The Research Universities in Holland train students in academic study and research, which can be a solid stepping stone into further studies and research, however, many study programmes at research universities also have a professional component and most graduates actually find work outside the research community.

Universities of Applied Sciences ('Hogescholen')

The name Universities of Applied Sciences or ‘Hogescholen’ refers to institutions offering profession-oriented study programmes.

They are more practically oriented and prepare students directly for careers in several sectors: economics and business administration, engineering and technology, commerce, finance, leisure, tourism, marketing, health care etc.

Graduates obtain the Bachelor degree after 4 years study and are fully qualified to practise their profession.

Acquiring practical work experience through internships is an integral part of the professional study programmes offered at these institutions.

WHY DUTCH UNIVERSITIES?

• ØDutch Universities do not have entrance criteria students will be accepted as long as they achieve three A Level Passes.  Students are subjected to set standards throughout the degree and if they fail will have to leave the course.
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• ØDutch universities place a strong emphasis on good personal relations between staff and students. Most tutorials and seminars take place in small groups of around 15-30 students.

• ØDutch universities include many practical elements in their degree courses. This emphasis on relevant experience is designed to prepare students for entry into the job market upon completion of your degree.

• ØDutch Universities practice Project Based Learning, an educational tool that promotes learning through exploration and discovery.

UNIVERSITY DEGREE PROGRAMMES – PROJECT BASED LEARNING

The teaching style can be described as interactive and student-centred, providing students with the attention and freedom they need to develop their own opinions and creativity in applying their newly acquired knowledge.

The Netherlands has received international acclaim for its groundbreaking problem-based learning system, which trains students to analyse and solve practical problems independently through self-study. Students are expected to think about the knowledge that is presented to them in the classroom and then to develop and express their own opinion. They should not be passive, but ask questions and be critical of what lecturers or fellow students say. 

A DUTCH EDUCATION WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH

ñStrong analytical, critical and communicative skills

ñInternational work experience

ñAccess to strong learning support with personal tutors

ñSoft-skills for the workplace, such as teamwork, communication and presentation skills

Problem-based learning

Holland teaches a problem-based learning system, which trains students to analyze and solve practical problems independently through emphasis on self-study and self-discipline. A large portion of all study programmes is dedicated to writing papers, working in groups to analyze and solve specific problems, acquiring practical work experience through internships, and conducting experiments in laboratories. Interaction in class is highly appreciated. Students are expected to think about the knowledge that is presented to them and develop and express their own opinion. They should not be passive, but ask questions instead and be critical of what lecturers or fellow students say.

The main requirement for admission to a bachelor's programme is a secondary-school diploma at the appropriate level. Foreign students must have a diploma judged equivalent to the minimum diploma required. There are also study programmes – in the arts for example – for which institutions set their own additional requirements.  For admission to a master's degree programme, applicants must have at least a bachelor's degree or its equivalent.

Universities of Applied Science

In Europe, and in particular in the Netherlands, 'Universities of Applied Sciences' (UAS) is a term that refers to institutions of higher education offering profession-oriented study programmes.

The programmes are practically oriented and prepare students directly for careers in several sectors as economics and business administration, engineering and technology, commerce, finance, leisure, tourism, marketing, and health care.

In recent years, the universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands have grown to become broad-based knowledge institutions. Dutch universities of applied sciences offer both Bachelor degrees and Master degrees.

In recent years, the universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands have grown from teaching institutions to broad-based knowledge institutions. In line with the Bologna process, Bachelor's and Master's degrees awarded by both types of universities (Universitäten and Fachhochschulen) are legally equivalent.

Accreditation and Recognition

Students will be awarded recognized degrees only after completing an accredited degree programme. Accredited programmes will be listed in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (CROHO).

Only degree programmes can be accredited by the NVAO: programmes and courses leading to a Certificate or a Diploma cannot be accredited by the NVAO and are the responsibility of the institutions concerned.

Institutions may also offer bachelor's, master's or other programmes that have been accredited not by the NVAO, but by a body in another country. In these cases, the degree may be recognized in that country, but not necessarily in Holland. An example would be a master's programme offered by a Dutch university of applied sciences that has been validated by an accredited British university that awards the degree.