Overview of International Study Programmes and Courses

Period: 2009-2010    Overview of international study programmes and courses   My selection
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 Course  BA (Honours) in Liberal Arts and Sciences
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. 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 Amsterdam University College  
Type of qualification BA 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1597, non-EU/EEA: € 9097 per year 
Duration 3 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution Amsterdam University College (AUC) is a joint institution of the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and the VU University Amsterdam (VU). AUC is therefore embedded in the rich academic traditions and high standards of the founding universities, which are both rated among the top 100 European universities in the Shanghai World Rankings. AUC has been awarded a major grant for excellence from the Dutch Ministry of Education and Science’s Sirius programme.  
 Course  BA Liberal Arts
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. 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 BA 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 6064 per year 
Duration 3 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate 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.  
 Course  BSc (Honours) in Liberal Arts and Sciences
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. 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 Amsterdam University College  
Type of qualification BSc 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1597, non-EU/EEA: € 9097 per year 
Duration 3 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution Amsterdam University College (AUC) is a joint institution of the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and the VU University Amsterdam (VU). AUC is therefore embedded in the rich academic traditions and high standards of the founding universities, which are both rated among the top 100 European universities in the Shanghai World Rankings. AUC has been awarded a major grant for excellence from the Dutch Ministry of Education and Science’s Sirius programme.  
 Course  English Language Preparatory Course (1 year)
Characteristics Preparatory language course. 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 The Hague University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 7500 per programme 
Duration 1 year(s) 
Course type Preparatory language coursee 
Information about the institution The Hague University of Applied Sciences has 19,000 students. The students consist of people of over 110 different nationalities. This diversity is one of our most powerful resources. We have over 1700 international students. Our city is the perfect place to witness the workings of international trade, law and diplomacy first-hand. The International Criminal Court, the War Crimes Tribunal, Europol; they are all based right here, in our historic city. The spirit, energy and ideals of these global institutions permeate life on and off campus. We offer six full-time bachelor’s and 4 master’s degree programmes entirely in English, with an international focus. We have over 250 partner institutions, all over the globe. We welcome exchange students and lecturers from different countries and cultures through the Socrates programme. And our students have the opportunity to study abroad, or take up international work placements. On campus, we have a state-of-the-art library, computer facilities, media labs and science labs to help students with their studies. We also have several restaurants, extensive sports facilities and student lounges to help them unwind and meet friends. We also have an international office and student housing office, for anyone who needs help getting settled.  
 Course  English Language Preparatory Course (6 months)
Characteristics Preparatory language course. 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 The Hague University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 3950 per programme 
Duration 6 month(s) 
Course type Preparatory language coursee 
Information about the institution The Hague University of Applied Sciences has 19,000 students. The students consist of people of over 110 different nationalities. This diversity is one of our most powerful resources. We have over 1700 international students. Our city is the perfect place to witness the workings of international trade, law and diplomacy first-hand. The International Criminal Court, the War Crimes Tribunal, Europol; they are all based right here, in our historic city. The spirit, energy and ideals of these global institutions permeate life on and off campus. We offer six full-time bachelor’s and 4 master’s degree programmes entirely in English, with an international focus. We have over 250 partner institutions, all over the globe. We welcome exchange students and lecturers from different countries and cultures through the Socrates programme. And our students have the opportunity to study abroad, or take up international work placements. On campus, we have a state-of-the-art library, computer facilities, media labs and science labs to help students with their studies. We also have several restaurants, extensive sports facilities and student lounges to help them unwind and meet friends. We also have an international office and student housing office, for anyone who needs help getting settled.  
 Course  Foundation Summer Course
Characteristics Preparatory language course. 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 Saxion University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 2700 per programme 
Duration 2 month(s) 
Course type Preparatory language coursee 
Information about the institution With approximately 20,000 students, 3 locations and 1,700 employees, Saxion University is among the largest institutions of higher education in the Netherlands. We offer a broad range of different international business, technical and environmental courses. Whether you are looking for a final year, a preparatory course, a 4-year bachelor's programme or a master's course, Saxion has many options for you to choose from. Please visit our website www.saxion.edu, where you will find the information needed to apply to our courses.  
 Course  Intensive Preparatory Course
Characteristics Preparatory language course. 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 Saxion University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 7075 per year 
Duration 7 month(s) 
Course type Preparatory language coursee 
Information about the institution With approximately 20,000 students, 3 locations and 1,700 employees, Saxion University is among the largest institutions of higher education in the Netherlands. We offer a broad range of different international business, technical and environmental courses. Whether you are looking for a final year, a preparatory course, a 4-year bachelor's programme or a master's course, Saxion has many options for you to choose from. Please visit our website www.saxion.edu, where you will find the information needed to apply to our courses.  
 Course  Liberal Arts and Sciences (Arts and Humanities)
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. 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 Roosevelt Academy  
Type of qualification BA 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 6500 per year 
Duration 3 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution Roosevelt Academy is a Liberal Arts & Sciences honours university college. It offers a broad English-language programme and undergraduate - or bachelor's - level degree programmes. Each year, no more than 200 students are selected to study at RA, which opened its doors in Middelburg in September 2004. Roosevelt Academy is modelled on its sister college, University College Utrecht (1998). Both Honours Colleges are affiliated with Utrecht University (1636).  
 Course  Liberal Arts and Sciences (Science)
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. 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 Roosevelt Academy  
Type of qualification BSc 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 6500 per year 
Duration 3 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution Roosevelt Academy is a Liberal Arts & Sciences honours university college. It offers a broad English-language programme and undergraduate - or bachelor's - level degree programmes. Each year, no more than 200 students are selected to study at RA, which opened its doors in Middelburg in September 2004. Roosevelt Academy is modelled on its sister college, University College Utrecht (1998). Both Honours Colleges are affiliated with Utrecht University (1636).  
 Course  Liberal Arts and Sciences (Social Science)
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. 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 Roosevelt Academy  
Type of qualification BA 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 6500 per year 
Duration 3 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution Roosevelt Academy is a Liberal Arts & Sciences honours university college. It offers a broad English-language programme and undergraduate - or bachelor's - level degree programmes. Each year, no more than 200 students are selected to study at RA, which opened its doors in Middelburg in September 2004. Roosevelt Academy is modelled on its sister college, University College Utrecht (1998). Both Honours Colleges are affiliated with Utrecht University (1636).  
 Course  Pre-Academic Training for prospective Master students
Characteristics Preparatory language course. 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 Maastricht University  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 6900 per programme 
Duration 4 month(s) 
Course type Preparatory language coursee 
Information about the institution Maastricht University, founded in 1976, is a Dutch university with a strong European and international outlook, where most programmes are taught in English. Cherishing and stimulating talented people and creating opportunities for innovative education and research relevant to society’s needs are the core values of Maastricht University. Maastricht University has gained a world-wide reputation with its unique Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach, generating students who are independent, enterprising problem-solvers. PBL guarantees a personal learning environment and intensive contacts with teaching/research staff at all levels. Maastricht University has approximately 12,000 students, of which 37% comes from abroad. The total number of staff is approximately 3500, of which 15% has a foreign nationality. Maastricht University offers 16 bachelors programmes, over 40 masters programmes, 21 graduate programmes for professionals and tailor-made PhD programmes. Most programmes are taught entirely in English. In Maastricht, students live in one of Europe’s oldest and safest cities, close to cities such as Brussels, Paris, Amsterdam, London and Berlin. The city is well known for the Maastricht Treaty (1992), which marked the establishment of the European Union.  
 Course  Preparatory Semester
Characteristics Preparatory language course. 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 Saxion University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 4375 per programme 
Duration 5 month(s) 
Course type Preparatory language coursee 
Information about the institution With approximately 20,000 students, 3 locations and 1,700 employees, Saxion University is among the largest institutions of higher education in the Netherlands. We offer a broad range of different international business, technical and environmental courses. Whether you are looking for a final year, a preparatory course, a 4-year bachelor's programme or a master's course, Saxion has many options for you to choose from. Please visit our website www.saxion.edu, where you will find the information needed to apply to our courses.  
 Course  Preparatory Short Track
Characteristics Preparatory language course. 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 Saxion University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 2700 per programme 
Duration 2 month(s) 
Course type Preparatory language coursee 
Information about the institution With approximately 20,000 students, 3 locations and 1,700 employees, Saxion University is among the largest institutions of higher education in the Netherlands. We offer a broad range of different international business, technical and environmental courses. Whether you are looking for a final year, a preparatory course, a 4-year bachelor's programme or a master's course, Saxion has many options for you to choose from. Please visit our website www.saxion.edu, where you will find the information needed to apply to our courses.  
 Course  Preparatory Year
Characteristics Preparatory language course. 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 Saxion University of Applied Sciences  
Type of qualification Certificate 
Tuition fee € 7200 per programme 
Duration 1 year(s) 
Course type Preparatory language coursee 
Information about the institution With approximately 20,000 students, 3 locations and 1,700 employees, Saxion University is among the largest institutions of higher education in the Netherlands. We offer a broad range of different international business, technical and environmental courses. Whether you are looking for a final year, a preparatory course, a 4-year bachelor's programme or a master's course, Saxion has many options for you to choose from. Please visit our website www.saxion.edu, where you will find the information needed to apply to our courses.  
 Course  Science and Innovation 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. 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 MSc 
Tuition fee EU/EEA: € 1565, non-EU/EEA: € 10000 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.  
 Course  University College Maastricht: Liberal Arts & Sciences Bachelor's Program (BA)
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. 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 Maastricht University  
Type of qualification BA 
Tuition fee EU/EEA < 30 years: € 1570, EU/EEA >= 30 years: € 2060, non-EU/EEA: € 8000 per year 
Duration 3 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution Maastricht University, founded in 1976, is a Dutch university with a strong European and international outlook, where most programmes are taught in English. Cherishing and stimulating talented people and creating opportunities for innovative education and research relevant to society’s needs are the core values of Maastricht University. Maastricht University has gained a world-wide reputation with its unique Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach, generating students who are independent, enterprising problem-solvers. PBL guarantees a personal learning environment and intensive contacts with teaching/research staff at all levels. Maastricht University has approximately 12,000 students, of which 37% comes from abroad. The total number of staff is approximately 3500, of which 15% has a foreign nationality. Maastricht University offers 16 bachelors programmes, over 40 masters programmes, 21 graduate programmes for professionals and tailor-made PhD programmes. Most programmes are taught entirely in English. In Maastricht, students live in one of Europe’s oldest and safest cities, close to cities such as Brussels, Paris, Amsterdam, London and Berlin. The city is well known for the Maastricht Treaty (1992), which marked the establishment of the European Union.  
 Course  University College Maastricht: Liberal Arts & Sciences Bachelor's Program (BSc)
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. 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 Maastricht University  
Type of qualification BSc 
Tuition fee EU/EEA < 30 years: € 1570, EU/EEA >= 30 years: € 2060, non-EU/EEA: € 8000 per year 
Duration 3 year(s) 
Course type Undergraduate degree course 
Information about the institution Maastricht University, founded in 1976, is a Dutch university with a strong European and international outlook, where most programmes are taught in English. Cherishing and stimulating talented people and creating opportunities for innovative education and research relevant to society’s needs are the core values of Maastricht University. Maastricht University has gained a world-wide reputation with its unique Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach, generating students who are independent, enterprising problem-solvers. PBL guarantees a personal learning environment and intensive contacts with teaching/research staff at all levels. Maastricht University has approximately 12,000 students, of which 37% comes from abroad. The total number of staff is approximately 3500, of which 15% has a foreign nationality. Maastricht University offers 16 bachelors programmes, over 40 masters programmes, 21 graduate programmes for professionals and tailor-made PhD programmes. Most programmes are taught entirely in English. In Maastricht, students live in one of Europe’s oldest and safest cities, close to cities such as Brussels, Paris, Amsterdam, London and Berlin. The city is well known for the Maastricht Treaty (1992), which marked the establishment of the European Union.