Overview of International Study Programmes and Courses

Period: 2009-2010    Overview of international study programmes and courses   My selection
Mass communication and Information Science
Communications skills
Gaming
Information and communication technology
Internet for journalists
Journalism
Library science
Media studies
Multi media
Radio/television broadcasting
Radio/television production and direction
 Course  Communication & Multimedia Design (full-time)
Characteristics Undergraduate non-degree course: An undergraduate programme is any course at the bachelor's degree level. A non-degree course does not lead to a degree, but to a certificate or diploma. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution Zuyd University of Applied Sciences (location Heerlen)  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 0, non-EU/EEA: € 1850 per programme 
Duration 5 month(s) 
Course type Undergraduate non-degree course 
Information about the institution Zuyd University is a university of applied sciences, located in the cities of Heerlen, Maastricht and Sittard-Geleen in the southern part of the Netherlands. With more than 13,500 students, it is one of the larger universities of applied sciences in the country. Because of its geographical location near the Belgian and German borders, Zuyd University has a strong international focus. Many international students (about 1800 in 2008) take part in a wide range of courses offered by Zuyd University, as well as in international exchange programmes.  
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 Course  Communication Studies
Characteristics Undergraduate degree course: An undergraduate programme is any course at the bachelor's degree level Registered by CROHO: Study programmes which are accredited by the NVAO are registered in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch). Accredited or recognized by NVAO: NVAO is the Accreditation Organisation of The Netherlands and Flanders. It was established by international treaty and guarantees the quality of higher education in the Netherlands and Flanders by means of accrediting study programmes. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution HAN University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification B 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1538, non-EU/EEA: € 3950 per year 
Duration 4 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution HAN University of Applied Sciences is situated in the eastern part of the Netherlands. The twin cities of Arnhem and Nijmegen accommodate HAN University on two modern city campuses. A broad range of higher professional education programmes at bachelor’s and master’s level is provided to over 25,000 students by 2,500 staff.  
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 Course  Information Services
Characteristics Undergraduate non-degree course: An undergraduate programme is any course at the bachelor's degree level. A non-degree course does not lead to a degree, but to a certificate or diploma. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution Hanze University Groningen, University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 2500 per programme 
Duration 20 week(s) 
Course type Undergraduate non-degree course 
Information about the institution Hanze University Groningen is a University of Applied Sciences with more than 2,600 employees and over 24,000 Dutch and foreign students who are enrolled in one of the seventy degree programmes in the fields of economics, technology, health care, education and teacher training, social work, labour relations, fine arts, and music. Hanze University Groningen is one of the largest and most all-round universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands. Research at Hanze University Groningen pivots around the professorships. The professors conduct applied research, develop knowledge in close cooperation with professional practice and create new Master programmes. Hanze University Groningen has a strong international focus and offers a wide range of programmes in English. Currently about 1,700 foreign students are enrolled in a bachelor or master degree programme or a certificate programme. On top of that, many exchange students come to Hanze University Groningen for a semester or an academic year. One of the most important characteristics of Hanze University Groningen is its emphasis on developing the practical skills that are so important in the future professions of our graduates. The degree programmes, therefore, include mandatory work placements or traineeships and a large number of practical assignments. The educational approach is characterized by problem-based learning. Students are required to work in project groups and are given a lot of personal attention and feed-back. Our buildings are fully equipped to facilitate this new way of learning. Hanze University Groningen has a large International Student Office which assists foreign students with various practical matters, such as: the application and admission procedure, finding accommodation in Groningen, obtaining a visa, residence and/or work permit, and getting adequate insurance.  
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 Course  International Communication and Media
Characteristics Undergraduate degree course: An undergraduate programme is any course at the bachelor's degree level Registered by CROHO: Study programmes which are accredited by the NVAO are registered in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch). Accredited or recognized by NVAO: NVAO is the Accreditation Organisation of The Netherlands and Flanders. It was established by international treaty and guarantees the quality of higher education in the Netherlands and Flanders by means of accrediting study programmes. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht  
Type of qualification B 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 5200 per year 
Duration 4 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht was founded in January 1995 and is the result of the merger of several institutions. It is one of the largest institutions in the Netherlands. It has six faculties and over 33.000 students (including 900 international students). The HU prepares students for a range of careers across six principal themes: Communication & Journalism, Economics & Management (Business School), Education, Health Care, Natural Sciences & Technology and Society & Law. It offers 80 bachelor's programmes and 23 master's programmes. Hogeschool Utrecht offers four English-taught bachelor's programmes, three in business administration and one in communication, as well as two English-taught master's of communication programmes. The courses are geared towards the practical aspects of the disciplines and the teaching is competence-based with the emphasis on professional skills and work placements.  
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 Course  International Communication Management
Characteristics Undergraduate degree course: An undergraduate programme is any course at the bachelor's degree level Registered by CROHO: Study programmes which are accredited by the NVAO are registered in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch). Accredited or recognized by NVAO: NVAO is the Accreditation Organisation of The Netherlands and Flanders. It was established by international treaty and guarantees the quality of higher education in the Netherlands and Flanders by means of accrediting study programmes. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution INHOLLAND University of Applied Sciences (location The Hague)  
Type of qualification B 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 6500 per year 
Duration 4 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution INHOLLAND University of Applied Sciences is an ambitious institution of higher education in the western part of the Netherlands. Its vibrant learning and working community and particularly its scale is ideal for students who are keen to develop their theoretical knowledge as well as their practical skills. Offering competence-based learning, INHOLLAND University of Applied Sciences is professionally involved both with the student, the market and society as a whole. In order to develop the quality of all higher education programmes it offers, INHOLLAND has many strategic cooperation agreements with educational institutions within the Netherlands and with more than 60 universities and higher education institutions abroad. It also has a 50 percent share in the Nyenrode Business School. The campus sites all have excellent ICT facilities and state-of-the-art purpose-built accommodation. A large number of lectors conduct applied research in a range of fields. An increasing number of INHOLLAND graduates are now working for international organisations. The best way to prepare students for their future careers in today's international environment is to familiarise them with it during their degree programme. Every year, some 450 INHOLLAND students participate in exchange programmes to one of the 60 universities with which we have cooperation agreements. Another 450 foreign students are warmly welcomed during their exchange programmes at INHOLLAND.  
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 Course  International Communication Management
Characteristics Undergraduate degree course: An undergraduate programme is any course at the bachelor's degree level Registered by CROHO: Study programmes which are accredited by the NVAO are registered in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch). Accredited or recognized by NVAO: NVAO is the Accreditation Organisation of The Netherlands and Flanders. It was established by international treaty and guarantees the quality of higher education in the Netherlands and Flanders by means of accrediting study programmes. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution INHOLLAND University of Applied Sciences (location Amsterdam/Diemen)  
Type of qualification B 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 6500 per year 
Duration 4 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution INHOLLAND University of Applied Sciences is an ambitious institution of higher education in the western part of the Netherlands. Its vibrant learning and working community and particularly its scale is ideal for students who are keen to develop their theoretical knowledge as well as their practical skills. Offering competence-based learning, INHOLLAND University of Applied Sciences is professionally involved both with the student, the market and society as a whole. In order to develop the quality of all higher education programmes it offers, INHOLLAND has many strategic cooperation agreements with educational institutions within the Netherlands and with more than 60 universities and higher education institutions abroad. It also has a 50 percent share in the Nyenrode Business School. The campus sites all have excellent ICT facilities and state-of-the-art purpose-built accommodation. A large number of lectors conduct applied research in a range of fields. An increasing number of INHOLLAND graduates are now working for international organisations. The best way to prepare students for their future careers in today's international environment is to familiarise them with it during their degree programme. Every year, some 450 INHOLLAND students participate in exchange programmes to one of the 60 universities with which we have cooperation agreements. Another 450 foreign students are warmly welcomed during their exchange programmes at INHOLLAND.  
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 Course  International Communication Management
Characteristics Undergraduate degree course: An undergraduate programme is any course at the bachelor's degree level Registered by CROHO: Study programmes which are accredited by the NVAO are registered in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch). Accredited or recognized by NVAO: NVAO is the Accreditation Organisation of The Netherlands and Flanders. It was established by international treaty and guarantees the quality of higher education in the Netherlands and Flanders by means of accrediting study programmes. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution INHOLLAND University of Applied Sciences (location Rotterdam)  
Type of qualification B 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 6500 per year 
Duration 4 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution INHOLLAND University of Applied Sciences is an ambitious institution of higher education in the western part of the Netherlands. Its vibrant learning and working community and particularly its scale is ideal for students who are keen to develop their theoretical knowledge as well as their practical skills. Offering competence-based learning, INHOLLAND University of Applied Sciences is professionally involved both with the student, the market and society as a whole. In order to develop the quality of all higher education programmes it offers, INHOLLAND has many strategic cooperation agreements with educational institutions within the Netherlands and with more than 60 universities and higher education institutions abroad. It also has a 50 percent share in the Nyenrode Business School. The campus sites all have excellent ICT facilities and state-of-the-art purpose-built accommodation. A large number of lectors conduct applied research in a range of fields. An increasing number of INHOLLAND graduates are now working for international organisations. The best way to prepare students for their future careers in today's international environment is to familiarise them with it during their degree programme. Every year, some 450 INHOLLAND students participate in exchange programmes to one of the 60 universities with which we have cooperation agreements. Another 450 foreign students are warmly welcomed during their exchange programmes at INHOLLAND.  
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 Course  International Perspective on Communication
Characteristics Undergraduate non-degree course: An undergraduate programme is any course at the bachelor's degree level. A non-degree course does not lead to a degree, but to a certificate or diploma. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution Christelijke Hogeschool Ede, University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 600 per programme 
Duration 13 week(s) 
Course type Undergraduate non-degree course 
Information about the institution The education at the CHE is characterized by the values of relationship, content and responsibility. In the past few years, the CHE has been repeatedly voted the best university of applied sciences in the Netherlands, based on student questionnaires.  
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 Course  International Ticer School
Characteristics Postgraduate non-degree course: A postgraduate programme is any programme above the bachelor's degree level. A non-degree course does not lead to a degree, but to a certificate or diploma. Research University Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution Tilburg University  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 2500 per programme 
Duration 5 day(s) 
Course type Postgraduate non-degree course 
Information about the institution Tilburg University enjoys the reputation as Europe’s best school for Business, Economics, and Law. Tilburg University also specialises in the Humanities and Social Sciences. It provides high quality education and research at a compact campus with excellent facilities. Tilburg University, founded in 1927, is a fully accredited government financed university with approximately 11,000 students. Its mission is to inspire and challenge students, faculty, staff and alumni by providing high quality, innovative and internationally oriented education and research. The university has six faculties: Economics and Business Administration, Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences, Humanities, TiasNimbas Business School, Catholic Theology. In addition to these faculties, it has a number of well-established research institutes and graduate schools. Tilburg University hosts more than 800 international students from more than 65 countries. With a network of 185 partner universities around the world, it sends approximately 350 students abroad every year. Tilburg University campus provides an inspiring environment for all students and staff, with an extensive technological infrastructure. Students have free access to the internet, available at any of the 750 student workstations, internet cafes, wireless areas on campus, and the Montesquieu E-learning centre. The state-of-the-art library, considered one of the best in Europe, is equipped with everything modern technology can provide, and it accommodates 1,000 students.  
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 Course  Master International Applied Communication
Characteristics Postgraduate degree course: A postgraduate programme is any programme above the bachelor's degree level, for example a master's degree. Foreign University: Institutions may offer bachelor’s, master’s and other programmes that have not been accredited by the NVAO, but have been accredited by a university in another country. For example, a master’s programme offered by a university of applied sciences, which cooperates with a recognized British (or other foreign) university that awards the degree. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht  
Type of qualification MSc 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 10000, non-EU/EEA: € 12000 per year 
Duration 1 year(s) 
Course type Postgraduate degree course 
Information about the institution HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht was founded in January 1995 and is the result of the merger of several institutions. It is one of the largest institutions in the Netherlands. It has six faculties and over 33.000 students (including 900 international students). The HU prepares students for a range of careers across six principal themes: Communication & Journalism, Economics & Management (Business School), Education, Health Care, Natural Sciences & Technology and Society & Law. It offers 80 bachelor's programmes and 23 master's programmes. Hogeschool Utrecht offers four English-taught bachelor's programmes, three in business administration and one in communication, as well as two English-taught master's of communication programmes. The courses are geared towards the practical aspects of the disciplines and the teaching is competence-based with the emphasis on professional skills and work placements.  
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 Course  Master International Communication Management
Characteristics Postgraduate degree course: A postgraduate programme is any programme above the bachelor's degree level, for example a master's degree. Registered by CROHO: Study programmes which are accredited by the NVAO are registered in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch). Accredited or recognized by NVAO: NVAO is the Accreditation Organisation of The Netherlands and Flanders. It was established by international treaty and guarantees the quality of higher education in the Netherlands and Flanders by means of accrediting study programmes. University of Applied Sciences Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht  
Type of qualification Other 
Tuition fee € 12500 per year 
Duration 1 year(s) 
Course type Postgraduate degree course 
Information about the institution HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht was founded in January 1995 and is the result of the merger of several institutions. It is one of the largest institutions in the Netherlands. It has six faculties and over 33.000 students (including 900 international students). The HU prepares students for a range of careers across six principal themes: Communication & Journalism, Economics & Management (Business School), Education, Health Care, Natural Sciences & Technology and Society & Law. It offers 80 bachelor's programmes and 23 master's programmes. Hogeschool Utrecht offers four English-taught bachelor's programmes, three in business administration and one in communication, as well as two English-taught master's of communication programmes. The courses are geared towards the practical aspects of the disciplines and the teaching is competence-based with the emphasis on professional skills and work placements.  
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 Course  Media Studies
Characteristics Postgraduate degree course: A postgraduate programme is any programme above the bachelor's degree level, for example a master's degree. Registered by CROHO: Study programmes which are accredited by the NVAO are registered in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch). Accredited or recognized by NVAO: NVAO is the Accreditation Organisation of The Netherlands and Flanders. It was established by international treaty and guarantees the quality of higher education in the Netherlands and Flanders by means of accrediting study programmes. Research University Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution Utrecht University  
Type of qualification MA 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 8500 per year 
Duration 2 year(s) 
Course type Postgraduate degree course 
Information about the institution Utrecht University is a top research university, ranked 11th in Europe, and first in the Netherlands in the international ranking of universities of the Jiao Tong University of Shanghai. Utrecht University excels in fundamental research of top international quality, innovative research at the interfaces of disciplines, broad interdisciplinary programmes, and programmes to promote the development of talented young researchers.  
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 Course  Post-master User System Interaction
Characteristics Postgraduate degree course: A postgraduate programme is any programme above the bachelor's degree level, for example a master's degree. Foreign Accreditation Organization: Institutions may offer bachelor’s, master’s and other programmes that have not been accredited by the NVAO, but have been accredited by an recognized accreditation organization in another country. Research University Government-funded: An institution funded by the Government, entitled to award officially recognized degrees and legally protected titles to graduates of their accredited programmes. The list of all government-funded institutions can be found in CROHO, the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (www.ib-groep.nl, in Dutch).  
Institution 3TU.School for Technological Design / Stan Ackermans Institute  
Type of qualification Other 
Tuition fee € 0 per year 
Duration 2 year(s) 
Course type Postgraduate degree course 
Information about the institution The technological designer programmes of the 3TU School for Technological Design, Stan Ackermans Institute were initiated at the request of the Dutch high-tech industry. High-tech companies need professionals who can design and develop complex new products and processes and offer innovative solutions. All programmes work closely together with high-tech industry, offering the trainees the opportunity to participate in large-scale, interdisciplinary design projects under industrial circumstances. With this unique cooperation we provide our trainees with a valuable network of contacts in industry. Stan Ackermans Institute has ten two-year full-time programmes, leading to a Professional Doctorate in Engineering (PDEng). Our programmes offer the opportunity to broaden your knowledge and experience by means of a personal and practical design assignment, under the supervision of experienced design professionals. You will be appointed for the duration of the programme for a maximum of two years. You will also become a member of the scientific staff of the TU/e, TU Delft or TU Twente and receive a salary.  
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