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Why study at HAS Den Bosch
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Horticulture & Business Management Bjorn & Liene
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Floral Design & Business Management San & Yvonne
1-Year Certificate Floral Design Yi
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Calendar 2011/2012
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The heartbeat HAS Den Bosch University of Applied Sciences specialises in agriculture, horticulture, food, nature conservation and environment. At HAS Den Bosch, enthusiasm for your field is key. The university is especially known for providing its students personal attention and support as well as professional supervision. HAS Den Bosch maintains excellent relations with the industry and therefore has established a wide network of important companies and organisations in relevant fields of expertise. As the university is small scale, each student can count on a pleasant and personal study atmosphere where individuality is valued.
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Facts & Figures HAS Den Bosch Founded in
1948
Undergraduate programmes (Dutch) Undergraduate programmes (English) Number of students
11 3 1945
Growth rate student population (%)
14,2
International student population (%)
3
Lecturer/student ratio
1/11
Number of teaching staff
185
Number of support staff
246
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HAS Den Bosch
Bachelor Programmes
www.hasdenbosch.com
English Horticulture & Business Management Floral Design & Business Management International Food & Agribusiness Dutch Urban & Rural Development Garden & Landscape Management Landscape Design Geo Media & Design Horticulture & Arable Farming Environmental Studies Applied Biology Animal Husbandry & Animal Care Food Design & Innovation Food Technology Business Administration & Agribusiness
Anton Jurgens Institute www.antonjurgens.com
HAS KennisTransfer www.haskennistransfer.nl
MBA Business Creation in Food & Health Research Projects
Thesis Projects Training for Professionals Research Projects Consultancy Services
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reasons to study at HAS Den Bosch!
1. High-quality education in a lively and innovative business environment. 2. Great (international) job prospects for graduates. 3. Our team of enthusiastic experts with a passion for teaching. 4. The combination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. 5. Excellent relations with the industry. 6. Modern, high-tech facilities. 7. Personal support and professional supervision. 8. A pleasant and informal study atmosphere. 9. Flexible staff, always open to new ideas. 10. With us the student comes first!
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The Nether The Dutch are busy bees and always have been. Very successful international traders since medieval times. They live in a small, densely populated country. Where everything seems to be organised to the last decimal. When you think about it, it is quite extraordinary their very limited space gets used in such a way it makes them a major global player in the export fields of horticulture, agriculture and floriculture, plus in dairy and meat production. And because they share this small slice of the world between so many of them, they try to keep it neat and liveable. So they are big on sustainability and good quality of life. 10
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The Dutch are quite direct, much more so than many other people. You might need a minute to get used to that. The upside is: what you see is what you get. No frills for them. Go-getters, when it comes to business goals. Progressive, when it comes to life styles. And false modesty is alien to them. They are a level-headed, practical sort of nation. They are also quite innovative, although they wouldn’t want to make a big deal of that, as it is in their nature. They are advanced researchers and scientists, always striving to become even more effective, in production, technology and in management, marketing and logistics. So it’s no surprise they attract so many international people, both students and professionals, to their country. Keeping focussed and not resting on their laurels, makes them successful. The good news is they are very happy to share their renowned experience and expertise with others. With you. The Dutch strongly believe in knowledge transfer. Feel free to absorb and learn from them as much as you can. www.hasdenbosch.com
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‘s-Hertogenbosch (or ‘Den Bosch’ as the locals call it) is a lively city in the south of the Netherlands, with an attractive medieval centre, leading architecture and surrounded by green countryside. It is the provincial capital of Noord-Brabant and the centre of a region of rapid economic growth. Den Bosch has approximately 134,000 inhabitants and ranks among the Top 5 most attractive cities for students to live in the Netherlands. It has an exuberant lifestyle and a sociable atmosphere. Check out the video about the city of Den Bosch at hasdenbosch.com/city or scan the QR code!
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International Food & Agribusiness 15
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Hi there, I am Zakaria.
I am from a small town where nothing is grown; I want to (and will) change that. Definitely.
Deforestation is a huge problem, also in Africa. Even the Baobab tree is no longer safe. “I was born in Somalia but I grew up in a refugee camp in Kenya. In the midst of hunger and misery I learned the importance of being able to grow your own fruit and vegetables. Of being self-sufficient, not having to rely on help from others. Four years ago our dad got my brother and me to come to the Netherlands. Now we study here, together. My brother does Horticulture & Business Management with a specialisation in Research & Innovation, and I do International Food & Agribusiness (IFA). This way we complement each other really well, so in the future we could start up our own company. Grow flowers or vegetables in Kenya and export them to the Netherlands. IFA is a truly international course giving me the opportunity to work anywhere in the world. My brother and I don’t just regard our education as an enrichment of our own lives. We also feel that it enables us to contribute to the development of Africa. And here at HAS Den Bosch we get tremendous help with everything we do. My first year at HAS was quite hard for me. But thanks to the support and involvement of all lecturers I managed to succeed. Or more precisely: we managed to succeed.” Want to know more about Zakaria? Scan the QR code or go to: hasdenbosch.com/zakaria
IFA is a truly international course, so I could work anywhere in the world. INTERNATIONAL FOOD & AGRIBUSINESS
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Hi, I am Destan from Turkey.
HAS Den Bosch gave a presentation at my former school. That’s when I knew I wanted to study there. A perfect choice.
As far as agriculture goes, the Netherlands is a global top player.
“What I love here at HAS Den Bosch, is the relationship you have with your lecturers. You can ask them anything, they will always take you seriously. They are almost like friends. Friends who happen to have a lot more knowledge and experience. But with the same interests as you. And with a passion about what they teach. The traineeships make sure you go back to the source of food. So besides mastering the high level theoretical side, you also have to get your hands dirty in the soil. Practical is key in all subjects. Which is good, because things I learn from books, I tend to forget after some time. While things I learn by doing myself, I never forget. Being an international student means you have to be adaptable, have an open mind. But at HAS Den Bosch you can at the same time still stay who you are.”
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International Food & Agribusiness Facts & Figures International Food & Agribusiness – in a nutshell – is about international sustainable entrepreneurship. It’s about learning how to build bridges between profit and non-profit organisations, between national and international affairs, between different kinds of worlds. If you are open-minded and interested in other cultures and in the world around you, if you are motivated and creative but you also have a sense for business, then International Food & Agribusiness is the right study programme for you! During your studies you learn about different food systems all over the world, about sustainable food production, about the relationship between food and health, about the global food supply, and about international business and corporate social responsibility (CSR). The programme focuses on dealing with declining natural food and energy sources in today’s world and on increasing the efficiency of food production without compromising the welfare of people or the environment. It also explores the so-called bio-based economy, which means the use of agricultural produce for nonfood applications, such as bio-plastics or bio-fuels. You learn how to use technological innovations, how to cooperate internationally and how to do sustainable business. During your studies you get to specialise on one of four profiles: food and health, livestock production, crop production or bio-based economy. You choose which profile you like best, taking into account your qualities and interests.
Language of Instruction
English
Duration of Study
4 years (incl. traineeships)
Duration of Traineeships
1 year (in total)
Specialisations
Food Security & Health Lifestock Production Crop Production Bio-Based Economy
Teaching Methods
Projects, Practicals, Skills Training, Workshops, (Guest) Lectures, (International) Excursions, (International) Traineeships, Thesis Project
Facilities
University Garden (completed 2011), High-Tech Climate Chambers, University Greenhouse, Microbiology Laboratory, Environment Hall, Food Technology Hall, Computer Rooms, Library, Print Shop
Degree
Bachelor of Applied Sciences in International Food & Agribusiness
Job Prospects
Manager, entrepreneur, sustainability coordinator, CSR business consultant, policy advisor, project manager, technical specialist, buyer for agrarian raw materials, regional export manager
In short, do you have a wide interest and an ambition to make a difference in the world of food and business? Then this programme is a perfect match for you!
Explore the curriculum online! hasdenbosch.com/internationalfood
Orientation Days Wednesday 30 November 2011 Tuesday 27 March 2012
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My name is Bjorn.
My parents are in ‘the green business’, that’s why I gave this university a try, and I like it just fine.
I did a practical period at a rose nursery; fortunately my hands are on the mend again. “I am heading for five weeks of cucumbers. Just came from the roses. This is what I like about Horticulture & Business Management: you get places and you learn things through practice. How to grow flowers or fruit, but also everything there is to know about competition and the market – really interesting. This course is very international; a conscious choice for me. All lessons are taught in English and you work with people from around the globe. That makes it kind of special. Quite a change from Dutch secondary school, I must say: doing everything in English and being around all the different cultures. But you get used to it quickly, and after a couple of months it is the most natural thing in the world. Also because we are such a great group together. And in the future I would like to work abroad, or partly abroad. To eventually become the managing director of an international company in this sector. That would suit me just fine! Where abroad? Doesn’t really matter. I’d prefer to go all around the world.” Want to know more about Bjorn? Scan the QR code or go to: hasdenbosch.com/bjorn
All lessons are in English and you work with people from around the globe. HORTICULTURE & BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
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Liene is my name, and I am from Latvia. My mind likes to be busy, I love a challenge to focus on. Finding ways to reach my goal. My dream job is to work in marketing for an international horticultural company. I like the Hortensia!
All the excursions we get to make, trigger your imagination. “Living an international life is important to me. So I liked the idea of going abroad for my education. To widen my chances of getting an international job. At HAS Den Bosch you get stimulated to be an independent thinker. The project work is really important. Nobody holds your hand, you just go for it. And that stimulates the creative and resourceful mind! All the excursions we get to make trigger your imagination. They make you realise the enormous variety of possible jobs in horticulture. Possibilities you would never have thought of yourself. In my course you learn about the biological aspects of growing things. But you also learn to look at what you grow as a lucrative product. As something you can put in the market, as a commercial possibility.�
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Horticulture & Business Management Facts & Figures The Netherlands is the second largest exporter of agrarian products in the world while it covers no more than 0.008% of our planet’s surface. How can this be? The secret lies in the industry’s technological advancement, its efficiency and its innovativeness. The Netherlands represent a source of knowledge in the fields of commercial plant breeding, cultivation techniques, technological innovations and product quality. About 80% of Dutch horticultural activities are export-oriented. So the field of logistics and marketing is a crucial and well-developed sector of the Dutch horticultural industry and Horticulture & Business Management lets you in on their secrets. Horticulture & Business Management covers all sectors of horticulture plus the entire horticultural chain from plant breeding to consumer marketing. Due to the business-oriented approach of the course, several elements of the curriculum are run in cooperation with local and global horticultural companies.
Language of Instruction
English
Duration of Study
4 years (incl. traineeships)
Duration of Traineeships
1 year (in total)
Specialisations
International Business Research & Innovation Crop & Farm Management Agrotechnology
Teaching Methods
Projects, Practicals, Skills Training, Workshops, (Guest) Lectures, Excursions, Traineeships, Thesis Project
Facilities
University Garden (completed 2011), High-Tech Climate Chambers, University Greenhouse, Computer Rooms, Library, Print Shop
Degree
Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Horticulture & Arable Farming
Job Prospects
Export or Import Manager, Sales or Purchasing Manager, Marketing Manager, Project Leader, Consultant, Researcher, Breeding Manager, Entrepreneur, etc.
Explore the curriculum online! hasdenbosch.com/horticulture
Orientation Days Wednesday 7 December 2011 Wednesday 28 March 2012
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Hi, I am San, from Seoul. All the blooming possibilities here! Dutch floral designs are among the best in the world. So it’s great to be right in the middle of that.
My dream job is to work for a Korean trade company and to export natural Korean products worldwide. “In Korea flowers are still a luxurious item, mostly used for celebrations. They are true symbols. I chose this course so I can go back to Korea and make those special moments, that involve flowers, even more memorable. I studied in England first. But when I was looking for inspiration, I noticed almost all floral designs I liked best were Dutch designs. They have such an organic feel to them. So I switched from England to HAS Den Bosch. To be closer to ‘the masters’ so to speak. The business management side of this course has broadened my horizon. It has taught me to be analytical, to really understand how a successful business operates and how I could be part of one. Or even run one myself. The international character of HAS Den Bosch is a bonus. Here you meet people from around the globe. And you don’t have to feel like an outsider. Plus I love to travel, which is very easy when you are in the Netherlands.” Want to know more about San? Scan the QR code or go to hasdenbosch.com/san
I want to be closer to ‘the masters’ so to speak. FLORAL DESIGN & BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
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My name is Yvonne,
born and bred in Cameroon.
Making a business success of something so beautiful as a flower is what drives me.
I already did two other university degrees before I came here. But I know this is my thing. Maybe I am like a flower, slowly unfolding its full colour.
My dream job is to be the owner of a high end flower shop back home in Cameroon. Or maybe start my own flower growing business there. “The combination of the creative side of floral design and the commercial side of business management seemed pretty unique. HAS Den Bosch was the most international school I could find to offer this. And I googled a lot before I made a definite choice. The school being in the Netherlands was a big pull for me. As everybody knows this country is renowned worldwide for their successful flower industry. And I like being part of something successful. Group work, practical lessons and internships all show you can’t learn this business just from keeping your nose in books. HAS Den Bosch makes you practice what you learn. Very capable teachers, very approachable. The international office is really helpful and international students feel very welcome here!”
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Floral Design & Business Management Facts & Figures The Netherlands is famous for its tulips. The Dutch have a great affinity for flowers and you will find freshly cut flowers in nearly every Dutch home. But flower production and floral design is also big business in the Netherlands. Floral Design & Business Management is an ideal combination of business subjects and floral design modules, taught by lecturers who are worldrenowned for their expertise in the field. During this unique programme where creativity gets mixed with management, you will be instructed in the art of floral design by highly trained experts. People with a passion for their field, who are also official examiners and delegates of the Dutch Florist Organisation. You will start out with getting acquainted with the theory of design, colour and technique and by creating your first flower arrangements. Once you have mastered the basics, you will enter the world of personal creativity. Here you will learn how to work with different kinds of material and understand art and composition – all important aspects of any successful floral designer. The Business Management side will trigger your entrepreneurial spirit. Business Management provides you with an understanding of the structure and culture of (floral) businesses, encompassing wider fields such as markets and processes and how these factors all work together. You will learn about developing strategies, handling risks and taking business decisions. The four traineeships ensure you gain practical experience in the Dutch floral design industry. So you will put your skills in practice even before your graduation. In the final year you write your Bachelor thesis in cooperation with a Dutch company.
Language of Instruction
English
Duration of Study
4 years (incl. traineeships)
Duration of Traineeships
1 year (in total)
Teaching Methods
Projects, Practicals, Skills Training, Workshops, (Guest) Lectures, Excursions, Traineeships, Thesis Project
Facilities
University Garden (completed 2011), Design Room, University Greenhouse, Computer Rooms, Library, Print Shop
Degree
Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Horticulture & Arable Farming
Additional Certificates
Dutch Flower Arrangements 1, Advanced Dutch Flower Arrangements 1
Job Prospects
Floral Designer, Interior Designer, Entrepreneur, Export or Import Manager, Sales or Purchasing Manager, Marketing Manager, Project Manager, Consultant, Product Developer, etc.
Explore the curriculum online! hasdenbosch.com/floraldesignbm
Orientation Days Wednesday 14 December 2011 Thursday 29 March 2012
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Hi there, I am Yi. I am from China.
Flowers have become part of my life, my future. Working with them and studying them has opened up a new me.
This beautiful forest reminds me of my home province Yunnan. “I came here to study horticulture, but when I saw all the flowers at HAS Den Bosch, they really got to me, and I immediately switched courses. Now I sometimes feel like I am an artist. So not only a florist and entrepreneur. And as an artist I make my own choices. I have the freedom to do things as I like them. The lecturers at HAS encourage me to develop my own style and to trust my own judgement. That is very valuable to me and it is very different from what I learned in China. I absolutely love flowers. They are what I work with, like an artist uses paint. When I go back to China I want to open my own special flower shop, but not just to sell flowers. I want it to be a place where people love to come. Where they can stay for a while, have coffee, read books and even make flower arrangements themselves. My purpose for this shop is to slow life down. HAS Den Bosch has inspired me to think like that, to see possibilities beyond things I already knew or saw.� Want to know more about Yi? Scan the QR code or go to: hasdenbosch.com/yi
My dream job is to open my own special shop. 1-YEAR CERTIFICATE FLORAL DESIGN
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1-Year Certificate Floral Design Facts & Figures HAS Den Bosch offers a 1-year certificate programme at undergraduate level in Floral Design. During this course year you obtain two prestigious, internationally recognised floral design diplomas (DFA 1 and AFDA 1), issued by the Dutch Florist Organisation (VBW). You also gather practical experience during a traineeship.
Language of Instruction
English
Duration of Study
1 year (incl. traineeships)
You learn to understand and work with the versatility of flowers. The main focus of the course lies on the creative, practical side of arranging flowers. You make designs for commercial use; pieces for big occasions, but also for displays and to sell in shops. You will develop your own style but will also be able to create a flower piece following the instructions of an assignment. At the end of this year you will look at flowers professionally, and that means both with an artistic eye and a profitable approach.
Duration of Traineeships
Min. 2 days a week for 10 weeks
Teaching Methods
Projects, Practicals, Skills Training, Workshops, (Guest) Lectures, Excursions, Traineeship
Facilities
University Garden (completed 2011), Design Room, University Greenhouse, Computer Rooms, Library, Print Shop
Explore the curriculum online! hasdenbosch.com/floraldesign
Degree
Certificate of Attendance
Additional Certificates
Dutch Flower Arrangements 1, Advanced Dutch Flower Arrangements 1
Job Prospects
Floral Designer, Interior Designer, Entrepreneur, Marketing Manager, etc..
Orientation Days Wednesday 14 December 2011 Thursday 29 March 2012
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Application Procedure How to apply? 1. Download the application form from our website. 2. Complete the application form and send it back by e-mail along with all the required documents. 3. You will receive a confirmation of receipt when we start to process your application to check whether you are eligible for the study programme of your choice. 4. After 2-4 weeks we will inform you on the result of your application. If you are eligible you will receive a (conditional) admission letter. 5. After you have paid your tuition fees we will start your visa procedure (if applicable) and send you more information about accommodation arrangements and introduction activities.
Deadlines Non-EU students with visa requirement: 1 May 2012 Non-EU students without visa requirement: 1 June 2012 EU students: 1 June 2012
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Admission Criteria International Food & Agribusiness • • •
6 years of secondary school education Final year subject: mathematics English language proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL or Cambridge Certificate)
Horticulture & Business Management • • •
6 years of secondary school education Final year subjects: mathematics and chemistry English language proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL or Cambridge Certificate)
Floral Design & Business Management • • •
6 years of secondary school education final year subjects: mathematics and chemistry English language proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL or Cambridge Certificate)
1-Year Certificate Floral Design The course is open to applicants wishing to become professionals in the floral design industry. Therefore, we expect our students to have a creative mind and enthusiasm for (floral) design. Experience in floral design is beneficial but not obligatory. All students need to be proficient in the English language.
English Language Requirements Unless you have completed your previous education in a country where English is the official language of instruction you are obliged to submit proof of English language proficiency.
IELTS
TOEFL
Overall band score in the academic IELTS programme 6.0
Internet-based test : 80 Computer-based test : 213 Paper-based test : 550
www.ielts.org
www.toefl.org
Cambridge ESOL Certificate Level C1 www.cambridgeesol.org
When taking your language exam, please make sure to enter HAS Den Bosch as a score recipient. Your results will then automatically be sent to us. The institutional code for the TOEFL test is 4451.
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Tuition Fees 2012-13 International Food & Agribusiness
EU & EER
Non-EU
Tuition Fee
¤ 1.713*
¤ 6.250
Total
¤ 1.713
¤ 6.250
Horticulture & Business Management
EU & EER
Non-EU
Tuition Fee
¤ 1.713*
¤ 6.250
Total
¤ 1.713
¤ 6.250
Floral Design & Business Management
EU & EER
Non-EU
Tuition Fee
¤ 1.713*
¤ 6.250
Flower Money incl. DFA 1 Examination (Year 1 ) / ADFA 1 Examination (Year 2)
¤ 1.400 / ¤ 1.900
¤ 1.400 / ¤ 1.900
Total
¤ 3.113 / ¤ 3.613
¤ 7.650 / ¤ 8.150
1-Year Certificate Floral Design
EU & EER
Non-EU
Tuition Fee
¤ 6.250
¤ 6.250
Flower Money
¤ 2.500
¤ 2.500
DFA 1 Examination
¤ 400
¤ 400
ADFA 1 Examination
¤ 400
¤ 400
Total
¤ 9.550
¤ 9.550
* National tuition fee 2011-12. Subject to change.
* National tuition fee 2011-12. Subject to change.
* National tuition fee 2011-12. Subject to change.
Additional Fees Accommodation deposit Health insurance (per year) Residence permit including visa (if applicable) Outdoor Activity
Estimation of Expected Costs : ¤ 350 : ¤ 438 : ¤ 600 : ¤ 150
Excursions Books and lecture notes Living expenses (food, travel, etc.) Accommodation
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Funding EU students All students who are citizens of a European Union member state can request a student loan from the Dutch government. This loan is known as a “tuition fee loan” (in Dutch: collegegeldkrediet) and is paid out monthly. It covers no more than the national tuition fee set by the government every year (¤ 1713 for 2011). After you finish your studies you need to pay back the amount you borrowed. You can find the application form for this loan on the website of the IB Groep/DUO, the organisation that handles the loan request on behalf of the Dutch government. Please note that the application procedure for the tuition fee loan can take several weeks. There are more funding possibilities available to EU students, being, however, dependent on a number of conditions. More information is available on the website of the IB Groep/DUO. www.ib-groep.nl
Non-EU students HAS Den Bosch gives a ¤ 1000 grant to each non-EU student enrolling in one of the undergraduate programmes. This grant has already been included in the tuition fees for non-EU students. HAS Den Bosch does not award any individual grants.
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Working in the Netherlands Students from EU/EEA-countries are allowed to work unlimitedly in the Netherlands, without a work permit. Non EU/EEA-students are allowed to have a student job for a maximum of 10 hours per week or a full-time summer job in the summer months of June, July and August. Before you can start working, you need to have a valid residence permit and a work permit. The applications for a residence permit and a work permit may take up several months. Please note that it will not always be easy to find a student job unless you speak (some) Dutch.
Accommodation Our International Officers may be able to assist you in finding suitable accommodation for your stay in Den Bosch. A limited number of furnished rooms can be offered in cooperation with a local housing corporation and private landlords, as HAS Den Bosch does not have a campus of its own. More information on accommodation will be made available after admission.
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Visa Issues If you need a visa to enter the Netherlands, HAS Den Bosch will apply for your visa at the Dutch Immigration Service (IND) through a fast-track procedure. Please note that the fast-track procedure will only be started after you have paid the first instalment of your invoice. More information about the visa application procedure will be made available after admission. If • • • • • • • • • • • • •
you are a national of one of the following countries you do not need a visa to enter the Netherlands: an EU member state Australia Canada Iceland Japan Liechtenstein Monaco New Zealand Norway South Korea Switzerland United States of America Vatican City
Upon arrival our International Officers will help you with your application for a residence permit for the Netherlands.
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Did you know? • On average, the Dutch are the tallest people in the world. • More than half of all flower bulbs exported from the Netherlands are tulips. • In 1637, the first econo-
• The tulip is not originally a Dutch flower. Tulips were brought to Europe in the 16th century.
mic bubble was caused by Dutch tulips which were
• The Netherlands is one of the most densely populated countries in the world.
valued at 10 times the average craftsman’s annual salary.
• The world's largest permanent display of tulips can be found at the Keukenhof, in the Netherlands. • The Netherlands is the second largest exporter of agrarian products in the world even though it only covers 0.008% of its surface. • In almost every Dutch living room you will find a bunch of freshly cut flowers.
• In the Netherlands, there are twice as many bicycles than cars, and more than 15.000 km of bike paths.
• 25% of the country is located below sea level and its highest point is 323 metres high. It is called a “mountain”.
• Almost 200 different nationalities are living in Amsterdam.
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Calendar 2011/2012 When?
What
Where?
1-4 Nov 2011
Hortifair
Amsterdam RAI, Netherlands
12 Nov 2011
Open Day
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
30 Nov 2011
Orientation Day International Food & Agribusiness
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
2 Dec 2011
Informationstag fĂźr deutsche Studenten
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
14 Dec 2011
Orientation Day Horticulture & Business Management
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
14 Dec 2011
Orientation Day Floral Design & Business Management
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
20-29 Jan 2012 International Green Week
Berlin, Germany
24-27 Jan 2012
Internationale Pflanzen Messe (IPM)
Essen, Germany
10-11 Feb 2012
Einstieg ABI Messe
KĂśln, Germany
17 Mar 2012
Open Day
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
27 Mar 2012
Orientation Day International Food & Agribusiness
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
28 Mar 2012
Orientation Day Horticulture & Business Management
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
28 Mar 2012
Orientation Day Floral Design & Business Management
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
24 May 2012
Open Evening
HAS Den Bosch, Netherlands
14-17 Jul 2012
OFA Short Courses & Trade Show
Columbus, USA
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Contact Information Postal address: P.O. Box 90108 5200 MA ‘s-Hertogenbosch The Netherlands Visitors address: Onderwijsboulevard 221 5223 DE ‘s-Hertogenbosch The Netherlands E-mail Telephone Fax Website
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international@hasdb.nl +31 73 6923600 +31 73 6923699 www.hasdenbosch.com
Colophon Text: Marc van Doornewaard, Helen Potters, ‘s-Hertogenbosch Design: Studio Jean Philipse, Sint-Michielsgestel Illustrations: Edith Buenen Photography students: Karin Jonkers, Sint-Michielsgestel Make-up: Mirella Feekes Production and editing: Department of Communication & International Affairs HAS Den Bosch
Thank you to all the students who participated in the photoshoot and interview for this brochure.
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