UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES UTRECHT
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES IN THE HEART OF THE NETHERLANDS 2017-2018
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WELCOME TO HU UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES UTRECHT
A stay abroad is always more than the sum of its parts. Meeting new people, being immersed in a new culture and exploring a different country - it all makes for an enriching experience. The Netherlands is a fantastic country and has always been geared towards international trade. As a result, its open attitude towards people from other countries remains a trademark of Dutch culture. Utrecht is located in the heart of the country. It is a city with a population of approximately 300,000 and a long and colourful history, which is reflected in its historic city centre. Utrecht also has a highly educated population. Around 70,000 young people study in the city and enjoy its rich cultural life. HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht is
Why study at HU? • HU is located at a beautiful, modern and large campus with facilities like cafes, sport centres, library and student housing. • All buildings are of beautiful modern architecture and are well equipped with media libraries, computers and self-service restaurants. • There is wireless Internet available in all buildings. • HU offers good quality education for reasonable tuition fees. • HU offers practice-based education. Your teachers are in direct contact with the professional world, you will work in real-life projects for international companies. • Exciting projects encourage you to work together with other students. • You will study in an international environment. You have the opportunity to study abroad for a semester and go abroad for your work placement. Our student population consist of more than 100 different nationalities. • Due to small classes you will experience sufficient individual supervision. • Coaches help you with your study or personal problems, work placement preparation or study planning. • HU offers an Honours programme for students who are looking for more challenge in their study.
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one of the largest institutes of higher education in the Netherlands, with around 35,000 students. And yet, our students still experience the educational environment as personal and human in scale. This makes HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht a great place to make friends who you will cherish for the rest of your life.
ABOUT HU UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES UTRECHT HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (HU) prepares students for the professional world. We offer Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes. The Bachelor's programmes involve three or four years of study, while the Master's programmes take between 1 and 2 years to complete. University of Applied Sciences? Higher education in the Netherlands is provided at two types of institutions: research universities (universiteiten) and universities of applied sciences (hogescholen). HU is a university of applied sciences. Universities of applied sciences are primarily responsible for offering programmes of higher professional education that prepare you
to work in a particular profession. The courses they provide tend to be more practically oriented than the programmes offered by research universities. In addition to lectures, seminars, projects and independent study, you are required to complete a work placement, as well as a final project or thesis. Students who complete the programmes successfully are awarded a Bachelor's degree and can then opt to continue their studies in a similar field and obtain a Master's degree. What do we offer you? HU has a lot to offer to international students. Apart from our international programmes taught in English, we offer several facilities and activities that will
add to your international experience. • Dutch and English courses that will help you improve your linguistic and study skills. • The opportunity to go abroad for a study or work placement. • A general orientation week for all first-year students. • A personal 'buddy' to help you find your way when you first arrive. • An international student's network (ESN) to help you feel at home during your stay in the Netherlands. • An International Office that provides information on course requirements, registration procedures, tuition fees and fast-track visa procedures.
Facts & Figures HU • HU was founded in 1995, as a result of merging several independent institutions. • HU is state-funded. • Our university has about 36,500 students with more than 100 different nationalities. • Most of our European students come from Belgium, France, Germany, Bulgaria and Spain. Most of the students from outside Europe come from Morocco, Surinam, China, Indonesia and Vietnam. • There are 1100 international students currently studying at HU. • HU offers more than 100 programmes. Some of these programmes are completely taught in English. • We offer programmes in the following fields: Building & Environment; Communication & Journalism; Economics & Management; Education & Pedagogics; Health; Information & Communication Technology; Life Sciences & Chemistry; Society & Law and Technology & Design. • HU participates in the largest Summer school of Europe with over 3000 students from all over the world. • HU is located in two cities: Utrecht and Amersfoort (25km from Utrecht). • 95% of the graduates from Dutch universities of applied sciences find a job in one year.
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THE NETHERLANDS
THE NETHERLANDS MANAGES TO COMBINE HISTORY AND TRADITIONAL CULTURE WITH INNOVATION, A MODERN SOCIETY AND AN INTERNATIONAL ORIENTATION.
The Netherlands is famous for its windmills. There are still over 1,000 traditional mills working today, in addition to modern wind turbines that have been built to convert wind energy into electricity. Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands, but The Hague is the seat of the government. One remarkable aspect of the Netherlands is how flat the landscape is. Over a quarter of the country lies below sea level. This explains the country's' expertise in land reclamation and water management.
The population of the Netherlands is 17 million. People of over 200 different nationalities live in the Netherlands. The country is globally renowned for its pioneering architecture. Many Dutch architects now work in China. The Port of Rotterdam (on the North Sea) and Schiphol Airport are vibrant gateways that serve the whole of Europe. Located in the heart of north-west Europe, the Netherlands is only a few hours away from Western Europe's main metropolises: London, Paris and Berlin.
The official name of the country is the Netherlands, which literally means "Low countries" or "Lowlands". The country is also often called Holland, which refers to the provinces of that name (North Holland and South Holland). The Netherlands has a temperate maritime climate with temperatures averaging 16 °C (61 °F) in the summer and 3 °C (37 °F) in the winter. At least 75% of the Dutch speak English. An open attitude towards people from other countries has always been a trademark of Dutch culture.
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UTRECHT
UTRECHT: WHERE TALENT AND KNOWLEDGE MEET Utrecht is located in the heart of the Netherlands and is the country’s fourth largest city, with 334,000 residents. Utrecht is well known for its institutions of higher education. Being home to some 70,000 students almost a quarter of the city's population - from about 125 countries, Utrecht is a real student city!
The lively, cosmopolitan student scene provides plenty of opportunities and experiences to enrich your time here. You can take part in extracurricular activities related to your course and a whole range of social, cultural and sporting activities. As a city that is very much geared to young people, Utrecht also offers great shopping, a wide choice of cinemas, theatres and music venues, vibrant bars and fantastic nightlife. Every summer, Utrecht hosts a film festival, a festival of early music and a dance festival.
There are countless restaurants and pubs where you can enjoy the sun on one of the many terraces or try the famous Dutch apple pie. Utrecht is famous for its warehouse cellars along the canals. These were originally built as storage cellars for local merchants, but now they have been converted into restaurants, boutiques and places of cultural interest. One of the most impressive buildings in Utrecht is the Dom Church. You can see the tower from almost anywhere in the city. It is the highest church tower in the country.
Many of Utrecht's businesses are active on the international stage. Cap Gemini, Rabobank, Fortis, and Origin all have their head offices in Utrecht. Almost all Dutch people have a bicycle and there are actually twice as many bikes as cars in the Netherlands. In Utrecht many people get around by bike in the city but most places are also accessible by bus or tram. Utrecht is just a half-hour train ride from the Dutch capital Amsterdam.
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BACHELOR'S PROGRAMMES INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES International Business and Management Studies (IBMS) is a three or four-year business programme in an international setting. You can choose between three different specialisations within the programme. • What is covered in the programme? International Business & Management Studies (IBMS) prepares young professionals to succeed in the international aspects of marketing, strategy, sales, finance, logistics and management. In this programme, you develop general business understanding, coupled with specialized expertise in one of three areas: Marketing, Finance and Management. Within these specialisations there are plenty of options for you to design your own study programme. You will also complete two internships and an exchange programme with one of our partner universities in a country of your choice. Your learning does not get limited to the specifics of a single country: instead, it extends to a wider perspective which then you can apply to multiple economic and cultural environments.
• What about practical experience? During the two work placements, you will get a real taste of the business world outside school. At least one of the work placements must be done abroad. The first work placement is in the second year and lasts ten weeks; the second work placement is in the fourth year and lasts twenty weeks. • What kind of diploma will I receive? Upon successful completion of the IBMS-programme, you will be awarded a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BBA). • What is so special about this programme? From day one, you will work in a small, internationally-oriented environment. You will take part in exciting projects for real-life companies and come into contact with many cultures. IBMS
focuses strongly on linking academic studies with the real world of business. This is supported by the two work placements and the strong links that IBMS lecturers have with commerce and industry worldwide. • What is the FastTrack programme? The IBMS FastTrack programme is a specially designed, intensive programme for ambitious students who wish to complete their BBA degree in 3 years, rather than the usual 4 years. To qualify for this programme, you will need an A-level qualification or equivalent. You will also be required to complete an assessment beforehand. • Interested? www.international.hu.nl > Bachelors > IBMS
I LIKE THE FLEXIBILITY OF THE PROGRAMME ‘In this study programme you are required to conduct research or draw a marketing plan for real-life companies. So the pressure is on… But it also provides real-life work experience. It is one of the things I really like about the programme: its practical focus on what goes on in the world of business. The extra courses in the Top Class programme are an excellent preparation for a master – but also a great opportunity to get to know and work with other highly motivated students. I like the flexibility of the programme as well. It can be adapted to whatever you are passionate about. The bottom line is: HU helps students to be proactive and supports them when it’s time to make decisions. As for me, I am still thinking about what to do next, but I’ll probably pursue a master degree.’ Dragos Badau (Romania) Top Class programme of International Business and Management Studies
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BACHELOR'S PROGRAMMES SPECIALISATIONS: INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT, INTERNATIONAL MARKETING & INTERNATIONAL FINANCE • International Management The specialisation in International Management teaches you to how to channel expertise and organizational resources towards business objectives. You will learn that the key to this is maintaining effective lines of communication throughout the organization. There is a lot of emphasis on entrepreneurial skills. Courses include: Lean Start-Up, Market Entry Strategy, Management and Organization, Strategy and Innovation, Winning in Emerging Markets. This specialisation prepares you for positions in general management such as product and project management, team management, export management and consultancy. • International Marketing In the International Marketing specialisation, we put marketing
aspects in an international perspective. We focus on doing business in Europe, but also the opportunities presented by emerging economies. We will train you to work in a commercial environment where you are expected to come up with creative marketing solutions. By doing this, we also emphasize strategic marketing topics, stressing aspects like financial support of choices, innovation and sustainability. Courses include: Online Marketing & Media, Sales and Account Management, Market Entry Strategy, Consumer Behaviour and Branding, Innovative Product Management Plan. This specialisation will prepare you to start as an international marketing specialist, an export manager or a marketing consultant in an organizationally strategic position.
• International finance The specialisation in international finance provides a solid foundation in the principles of budgeting and finance. You will develop skills in treasury, asset management, external reporting, management accounting and management control. In addition, you will learn how to keep and manage records and how to analyse data from administrative records. Courses include: Finance for Entrepreneurs, Project Planning and Budgeting, Corporate Finance, Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, Green Financing, Venture Capital and Investment Banking. This specialisation prepares you for employment opportunities in financial departments of domestic and international companies such as accountancy firms, banks and insurance companies.
THERE IS ALWAYS SOMEONE TO HELP WITH QUESTIONS ‘The programme allows me to work in an international environment on projects related to actual companies. That is great for getting practical experience. And it is great fun! Also, by doing two internships we get a chance to experience working life and to figure out what we would like to do in the future. I am honestly not sure what that will be for me, but I feel like applying my knowledge in the real world. I would like to work for a while first and continue to do my master programme later. HU really supports its international students in getting their bearings. I appreciate that very much. There is always someone to help with questions about the study programme. And there are all sorts of social activities for us to take part in. It makes it even easier to feel at home in Utrecht!’ Kristin Atmann (Germany), IBMS, specialisation International Marketing
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BACHELOR'S PROGRAMMES INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA International Communication and Media (ICM) is a four-year study programme with an international perspective. The truly international focus on media, communication and marketing is unique.
• What is covered in the programme? The first year of ICM provides you with an excellent foundation in digital media design, media culture, principles of marketing, consumer behavior, principles of communication, corporate communication, writing skills and so on. The second year is more intense and specific and includes task-based projects, such as designing an online campaign, or scripting and filming a corporate video. These types of projects are combined with marketing communication, social media marketing, change management, organizational behavior, online research and big data, media trends and ethics, technology, and professional behavior and global citizenship. In addition, you will be trained in international entrepreneurship. The third year is entirely dedicated to your profiling space and internship. For the profiling space, we enable as many
students as possible to spend time studying abroad at one of our international network of partner institutions. During the fourth and final year, you can choose between the following specialisations: Media, Marketing and Communication. At the end of the fourth year students complete their graduation assignment, preferably for a real organization. In the next few years, ICM intends to develop an Honours and a Master’s programme as well. • What are my career prospects? Our graduates work in numerous and wide-ranging fields and positions: Marketing communication manager, PR consultant, Product manager, Online and social media marketeer, Communication consultant, Mediaplanner, Designer and Contentmanager. In essence, we train students to become international cross-media professionals. Our programme is constantly evolving,
adapting to the latest developments in marketing, communication and media. Essentially, we will train you for jobs that, in many cases, don’t exist yet. • What about practical experience? You will work on real-life cases from the creative industry, marketing, communication and media sector. Guest lecturers from industry are frequently invited to share their knowledge with students, to keep them in touch with trends and developments in the workplace. Professional practice is thoroughly integrated into the study programme. • What is so special about this programme? ICM has a focus on the international communication and media practice, incorporating recent developments in the creative industry. It has a solid, internationally-oriented curriculum and students and staff come from all over the world.
UTRECHT IS MY FAVOURITE CITY ‘The best about the ICM-programme is the way it all fits together. In the first year I learnt new skills such as design, marketing and research skills. In the second and third year I got the chance to use those skills in real projects and during an internship. The final year has really been a test of everything I have done in the past three years. Of all the cities in the Netherlands, Utrecht is my favourite. I've been here for 4 years and there's still so much to do and see! It really is a very lively student city where people are always open to make new friends. Also, Utrecht is very central located in the Netherlands and therefore everything is so close by that going away for a day is easy. You can visit almost every corner of the Netherlands… Or Germany, France and Belgium!’ Jessica White (United Kingdom) International Communication and Media
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BACHELOR'S PROGRAMMES SPECIALISATIONS IN INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA
The focus in the fourth year is very much on professional practice, the idea being that we train students to become creative and reflective practitioners. To that end, we have set up three specialisations that students can choose from: Marketing, Communication and Media. • Marketing In the study route for Marketing, there is a focus on branding, e-marketing, sponsorship, e-communication, segmenting-targeting positioning and budgeting methods. Students learn various messaging styles, positioning techniques and execution strategies, in order to become able to deliver content successfully. They apply their skills and knowledge in a project for a real client. They also carry out research and develop a brand strategy, often by using digital media. In a project for
e-marketing, students design and run an online web shop. • Media In the study route for Media, there is first a focus on digital storytelling, in which students learn about new platforms for tales and telling, corporate stories and narrative design. In one of the projects, students work on Media Design. They research and set up a campaign plan and present this to the client. In this specialisation, there is also room to study the megatrends in the creative industry, the changing nature of media consumption, increasing user involvement and the fragmented media landscape. • Communication This is the most strategic route, in which students learn more about the management of communication. What
kind of positions and roles does a communication manager fulfill? How do you develop an integrated communication plan? Students learn how to coordinate the development of digital and offline communication tools and work with external agencies. They evaluate communication activities and advice about improvements. In different projects students act as communication managers of a real company and as communication consultants for a real client. • What kind of diploma will I receive? You will graduate with a "Bachelor of Communication Systems" degree. • Interested? www.international.hu.nl > Bachelors > ICM
I AM SURROUNDED BY PEOPLE WHO SHARE THE SAME PASSION “Studying International Communication and Media at HU was the best choice of my life, because I am surrounded by people who share the same passion as me. Luckily, HU offers scholarships to motivated non-EU students. This way I could afford to study abroad. First I entered the International Foundation Year, which helped me improve my English skills, and after that I continued my bachelors. During my studies, I will do an internship, study abroad for a semester and choose a specialization. This means that I will have the chance to experience new things, meet new people and decide for my future profession. My ultimate goal is to work in the movies business. My favorite courses are the ones related to media: such as Video Editing and Magazine Design. In these courses I learn for example how to build a story line and it helps me prepare for my future profession as a film or TV series director.”
Jianhao Wang (China), International Communication and Media
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BACHELOR'S PROGRAMMES TEACHER EDUCATION IN ENGLISH & TEACHER EDUCATION IN GERMAN Teacher education in English/German is a four-year programme in an international setting. Both programmes are taught in English and prepare you for a future as a teacher of English/German in secondary education. Talented and ambitious students can choose for a double degree programme which leads to two B.Ed.-degrees: one in German and one in English. • What is covered in the programme? In the first year your focus will be on German/English language skills, grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary. Since teaching is all about connecting to young people and helping them master particular skills, there will also be classes on teaching methodology. You will learn how to get information across to your pupils in a way that will make a lasting impact. While you are learning about the German/English language, literature and culture, you will put the knowledge you acquire to use in an actual classroom setting during a traineeship at a secondary school. The course covers five disciplines: • The English language: literature, grammar, linguistics and the English speaking world for instance;
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• Methodology: acquiring a second language; • Research: practical based research at your traineeship school; • Profession: pedagogics, for instance child development psychology, working in a multicultural environment, dealing with students with disabilities; • Traineeship. Towards the end of your second year as a student of the Teacher Education in English programme, you will be given the opportunity to choose to specialise either in vocational education or in general education. In addition, you will spend ten weeks during the last period of the year doing a traineeship in an English-speaking country: the United Kingdom, United States or Australia for example. Students of the Teacher Education in
German programme will go on field trips to the border region of the Netherlands and spend time in Germany or Austria to be immersed in the language and culture. If you want to improve as a teacher or specialise in a particular field, the programme reserves 30 European credit points (one semester) for electives. You can use them to do a minor, for example. In the final stage of the programme you will spend three days a week as a teacher at your training school and work on a specific project for the school as well. The rest of the time is reserved for minors, study-work supervision, meetings reflecting on class sessions, your experiences at the training school and getting ready for your assessment.
BACHELOR'S PROGRAMMES TEACHER EDUCATION IN ENGLISH & TEACHER EDUCATION IN GERMAN
• What about practical experience? Practical work plays a pivotal role in the programme. From the first year on you will work at a placement school where you will have the opportunity to combine your newly acquired theoretical knowledge with the practical application of it.
• What kind of diploma will I receive? The Teacher Education programme will prepare you for a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed). Most countries will recognise your degree, but if you want to work as a teacher outside the Netherlands additional training may be required.
You will be given more responsibilities in the classroom and learn to become independent in your role as a teacher. After graduation, you will be able to work as a qualified teacher.
• What are my career prospects? With B.Ed. degree you are qualified to teach at the following levels in the Netherlands: • the first three years of secondary education; • vocational secondary schools, colleges and special education.
• What is so special about this programme? At HU we believe it is important that you acquire in-depth knowledge of the subject you are going to teach. We aim to develop your competencies as a teacher so you may become a great teacher, one who will have a positive and memorable impact on your students. Teaching is after all one of the most important and satisfying professions! • Interested? www.international.hu.nl > Bachelors > Teacher education
TEACHING IS A WONDERFUL THING TO DO “The atmosphere around school is nice and everyone is willing to help you. In my first year I already started an internship as part of my programme. Once a week I am teaching at secondary schools. If you love education and children, teaching is a wonderful thing to do. Sometimes it can be difficult to get the attention of all of the pupils but by practicing teaching since the first year, your skills as a lecturer will get better. I really enjoy this experience because I can start practicing my future profession since the beginning of my studies! I also have the opportunity to do an internship in an English-speaking country for 10 weeks. I decided to go to New Zeeland, and beside improving my English skills, I would also like to explore the country when I am there.”
Shani Evuort (Austria), Teacher Education in English
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PREPARATORY COURSES INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR & PREP COURSE Would you like to start with one of our bachelor’s programmes, but is your level of English not yet sufficient ? Our preparatory courses could be the perfect solution for you!
• What is covered in the programmes? Improve your English and study skills in one of the intensive international preparatory programmes at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht. These programmes have been designed for international students who are eligible to participate in an academic course, but who do not yet have the necessary English skills to start an undergraduate degree programme. The programmes consist of approximately 24 contact hours per week. Students will get many hours of English lessons, focusing on vocabulary, grammar, speaking, writing, listening and reading skills. As well as English language training, students will practise computer and study skills, including topics such as time management, working in teams, intercultural communication and project management.
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• What will it prepare me for? After the successful completion of a preparatory programme you can expect to obtain an IELTS score of at least 6. This score will enable you to apply for an English-taught Bachelor’s programme in the Netherlands. The programmes will also reinforce your study skills and are a good preparation for our international bachelor programmes. We will teach you skills and techniques that are essential in preparing and reaching the academic goals of the under-graduate programme that you have in mind. • What about practical experience? During the preparatory programmes you will be (individually) coached by highly qualified tutors and senior students. They will focus on your personal development and help you with the challenges of living and studying abroad. Excursions within the
Netherlands are also included. Our aim is to broaden your knowledge and understanding of the Dutch culture. For example, you may visit a cheese farm, the famous flower auction or the Port of Rotterdam. • What kind of diploma will I receive? You will receive a certificate from the preparatory programme. • Which programmes are offered? HU offers two preparatory programmes: International Foundation Year (10 months, €7,900) and the International Prep Course (5 months, €3,950). All study material and an official IELTS exam are included in these fees. Both programmes finish in June. • Interested? Please visit www.foundationyear.hu.nl
MASTER'S PROGRAMMES MASTER OF BUSINESS STUDIES IN INNOVATION IN EUROPEAN BUSINESS Business Studies in Innovation in European Business is a 15-month programme that involves living and studying in Ireland (Cork), France (Paris), and the Netherlands (Utrecht) and an option for China, while acquiring your Master's degree. • What is covered in the programme? The programme allows you to develop a valuable combined skills set in business, management and analytical skills and provides you with state-ofthe-art knowledge and concepts on how to implement and manage sustainable innovation. You will learn to focus on business deliverables and business interactions through an in-company placement and an integrated research project, which you present as a dissertation and for which you will be prepared from the start of the programme. • What are my career prospects? Graduates will acquire a coherent range of professional skills that will enable them to contribute to multinational organizations, manufacturers, service providers and innovation-intensive organizations in a management position or to provide consultancy services for a
variety of types of firms. Many of our graduates take up positions within their placement organizations after graduating, while others take positions in a wide range of firms in services, information technology, healthcare (management), manufacturing, consulting and academia. • What about practical experience? You will spend at least 640-800 hours within a European organization, working in a role commensurate with the objectives of the programme. Whilst placement is not guaranteed by the administrators of the programme, you will be offered complete support in sourcing and being selected for placement opportunities in any European country. Instead of this practical experience you may choose for the Chinese stream and follow an academic programme at Wuhan University in China.
• What kind of diploma will I receive? Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be awarded a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Innovation in European Business. University College Cork will award your degree. • What is so special about this programme? The programme is opened on a competitive basis to students that have successfully completed a four-year curriculum at third level, regardless of their country of origin. Adult students with significant appropriate experience are also eligible. • Interested? You can apply at www.PAC.ie. Application deadline: June 30th. www.international.hu.nl > Masters
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MASTER'S PROGRAMMES MASTER INTEGRATED CARE DESIGN The Master Integrated Care Design is a part-time programme specifically designed for ambitious and future-oriented health care professionals.
• What is covered in the programme? Today’s care and well-being domains are complex environments in which professionals are required to deal with citizens in varying age groups with changing health care and well-being needs and from different cultural backgrounds. At the same time they need to work cost-effectively. In order to deal with this changing work environment professionals need to develop a combination of specific, academic and organisational knowledge and skills. Our Master Integrated Care Design aims for just that with its competence-oriented, two-year programme. The first year focuses on academic skills, client needs and knowledge of integrated care organization. In the second year, students apply what they have learned and design a triple aim (quality of life, quality of service, cost-effectiveness) innovation or improvement . The
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programme is offered as distance learning combined with face-to-face training. A year consists of 6 modules for which you write assignments in order to apply theory to practice from the start. • Which jobs will it prepare me for? You enter the programme as a Care or Welfare professional with work experience. After completing the programme you will know how to design, deliver and manage integrated care. You will be able to think strategically and implement change in different positions. • What about practical experience? The programme is aimed at professionals with experience in the field. This programme further builds on practical experience in integrated care through practical assignments and case studies. • What kind of diploma will I receive? The programme will prepare you for a
Master of Science. • What is so special about this programme? The part-time programme allows professionals both from Care and Welfare to combine work and education. It gives them the knowledge, skills and attitude they need to organise care with Triple Aim in mind: a better experience for clients, better outcomes and improved general health, sustainable and cost-effective care. The course is organized in association with the International Foundation for Integrated Care (IFIC), a foundation dedicated to advancing integrated care around the world. As IFIC-members students are eligible for interesting educational extra’s. • Interested? www.international.hu.nl > Masters > Master Integrated Care Design.
SHORT PROGRAMMES EXCHANGE PROGRAMMES Studying abroad is a valuable experience. Getting to know a new culture, a different living environment and system is a highly enriching experience. Embrace it and open your mind to all that it can teach you! • For whom are these programmes intended? Provided your university has an exchange agreement with HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, you are welcome to apply to study at our university for a single semester or a whole year. The International Office is there to provide support and assistance before your arrival and during your studies at our university.
• What programmes are offered? HU is constantly adding new exchange programmes in English. We offer several programmes within the broader fields of: • Economics and Management • International Communication and Media • Journalism • Communication and Multimedia Design • Education • Health Care • Law • Social Work • Technology
• When do these programmes start? Some courses start in the first semester (September - January), while others start in the second semester (February June). The deadlines for application for our exchange programmes are: - Fall semester (starting September): 1 May. - Spring semester (starting February): 1 November. • Interested? The details of the current courses and the application procedure can be found on: www.international.hu.nl > Exchange
IT WAS A GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR ME 'People in the Netherlands are kind and very helpful, but also direct. The relationships between students and lecturers are close. You can always ask them for advice - that's different from Japan. Dutch people get around by bicycle a lot. I love bicycles. In Japan you don't see a lot of bikes, so I want to take one back home with me. I had a great time studying with my fellow students. They all come from different cultures. Working with them opens your eyes and gives you a broader view of the world. For my programme I did research in Poland, which was a great experience for me.'
Yousei Ota (Japan), exchange student
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SHORT PROGRAMMES SUMMER SCHOOL COURSES Utrecht Summer School started in 1987. Last year, over 3300 students from about 120 different countries attended the Utrecht Summer School, which makes this the largest European provider of summer programmes. Utrecht Summer School offers over 200 academic programmes every summer, some of which can be combined to create a personalised programme. • For whom are the programmes intended? Most programmes are open to all students. However, some programmes require prior knowledge of the subject. • Which programmes are offered? HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht works closely with Utrecht University, Utrecht School of the Arts and other (national and international) partners to run Utrecht Summer School. In the last two decades, the Summer School has expanded to include a broad selection of courses in virtually all disciplines. HU offers various courses in the fields of Law, Economics & Business, Life Sciences, Science and Social Sciences.
• How about social life? Utrecht Summer School offers its participants an unforgettable stay in the city of Utrecht and the Netherlands. We invite all students to take part in an attractive and extensive social programme during July and August, including excursions, sports and social gatherings and festivities. The activities will provide the perfect setting for you to meet international students from other Summer School courses and to get to know your classmates better. To give you an impression, previous years’ programmes have included city trips to The Hague and Delft, barbecues, access to sports facilities and trips to our renowned museums.
THE SUMMER SCHOOL IS HAVING FUN AND LEARNING AT THE SAME TIME! “Summer School is a good way to spend the summer. You'll be having fun and learning something at the same time! There are more than 10 different nationalities in the class. All these different points of view makes it so interesting.” (student from Mexico) “Summer School gave me the opportunity to expand my knowledge in just a very short time.” (student from Ghana) “What I like about Summer School is that we get these practical projects. Yesterday all students had to play representatives from European countries at a conference. We learned to negotiate with each other, what a great way to learn!” (student from Russia)
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For some years now, the Utrecht Summer School has even been organising its own film festival showing famous Dutch movies (with English subtitles). • Interested? More information about the Utrecht Summer School and how to apply can be found on: www.utrechtsummerschool.nl There are tuition fee waivers available for HU students and students from partner universities.
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STUDENT LIFE & HONOURS PROGRAMME
Student Associations The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is an international community that is very active in Utrecht. They will make you feel at home by introducing you to other students, both Dutch and international, so you can learn more about your host city and country. The network offers activities throughout the year, including excursions, parties, weekends away, sports days and social events. Your buddy in Utrecht If you start with your bachelor programme at HU in September, you will already have a buddy when you arrive! We will connect you with one of our students at the school. He or she will help you to find your way around the university and the city of Utrecht.
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Sport facilities at the campus Whether you are a serious athlete or just enjoy recreational sport, the Olympus Sports Centre on campus offers a full range of facilities and welcomes international students! What’s more, if you are studying at HU you'll qualify for a big discount on many activities. The complex features three sports halls, four squash courts, a fitness zone, a dance hall and a café, plus outdoor football, rugby and hockey pitches, two beach volleyball courts and nine all-weather tennis courts. In all you can take part in more than 70 sports. Whatever your interest or ability, you will find something you like! More info: www.olympos.nl.
Honours programme If you come to study at HU for a bachelor programme, you have the opportunity to take part in the Honours Programme. By following an extra programme you have the chance to develop your ambitions, your network and your future career. After completing the programme you will receive the Designation of Excellence on your Bachelor’s degree certificate.
STUDENT HOUSING IN UTRECHT
Housing for international students Utrecht is a city of higher education. Students make up a considerable part of its population. This has a very positive effect on the atmosphere of the city, but it also means that finding a place to stay can be a challenge. HU wants to assist its international students as much as possible in finding suitable temporary accommodation. The university has an agreement with SSH Short Stay, a local housing cooperation that provides temporary furnished housing. This is for non-EEA, exchange and students that apply through an agent. A limited number of rooms are reserved for international guests under the heading ‘regular accomodation’. The terms and conditions that apply to this accommodation can vary. They are available to all international students. Find out more from the SSH Short Stay website: www.sshxl.nl/shortstay.
Information is also available in English. Most students in Utrecht live with other students in a student house. Most likely you will have your own room with a bed, a desk and a cupboard, but usually you will share the bathroom and kitchen with the others. Students are living on campus as well as in the city. All accommodation is situated within travelling distance of the various university buildings. Rental fees are between €350 and €650 per month, and include electricity, water, heating, furniture, services, household insurance, taxes, internet, cooking utensils and cleaning materials. Of course, you can also try to find your own accommodation.
Below are a few websites and agencies that may be helpful. Please be aware that these agencies operate independently of the university. HU is not responsible for the outcome of the contact between students and these independent organizations: • www.temporaryroom.com (rooms) • www.kamernet.nl (rooms) • www.rotsvast.nl (rooms, studios and apartments) • www.kamerhuren.nl (rooms, studios and apartments) • www.prarius.com> short stay (rooms, studios and apartments)
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HOW TO APPLY?
Admission to degree programmes • Entry requirements The two minimum requirements for admission to the first year of an International Bachelor's degree programme are: - (Senior) secondary school diploma with higher education entrance qualification. Please visit our website for examples of qualifying diplomas: www.international.hu.nl. - Proof of profiency in English. If you are not a native speaker of English, you are required to take an official internationally recognized test to prove your proficiency in this language. Some students from EEA-countries are granted an exemption based on their foreign diploma. We accept IELTS, TOEFL and the Cambridge
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Advanced English Certificate. The required overall band score for IELTS is a 6.0; applicants using TOEFL must have a minimum score of 80 (on the internetbased test). These minimum scores apply for Bachelor's programmes.
found on www.hu.nl. For further questions about our Dutch-taught programmes you can contact our Enrolment Office. Tel: +31 (0)88 481 81 81 E: enrolmentoffice@hu.nl
For Master's programmes, please refer to the separate admissions procedures for the minimum scores for Master's programmes on our website.
Application procedures In order to enrol in a regular programme at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, you need to apply through the national online registration programme Studielink. This programme is in English and there is a wizard to guide you through the entire application process. www.studielink.nl
• Dutch programmes HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht offers about 80 programmes in Dutch. Applicants with a non-Dutch diploma must be in possession of an NT2 II diploma to enrol in a programme taught in Dutch. More information on our Dutch-taught programmes can be
• Deadlines - Students who need an entry visa for study: 15 June - Students who have temporary residence in the Netherlands: 15 July - Students from EEA countries who have a European diploma: 1 August. - Students subject to visa restrictions must be fully registered at HU before 1 September. It is not possible to arrive after the start of the programme. Please note: the deadline for application for degree programmes with an admission quota is earlier than that for the regular programmes. Please check the website for the latest information. Application procedures for exchange students Visiting students can apply for an exchange period through the study abroad coordinator at their home university. The coordinator will provide information on the proper application procedures. Please note that we can only accept applications from students from our partner universities. For more details please visit www.international.hu.nl. Tuition fees degree students All degree students at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht must pay tuition fees for each academic year. Please note that the tuition fees are subject to an annual increase to allow for inflation. • Tuition fees for home and EEA students If you wish to study in the Netherlands and you are a national of a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, the tuition fees are in most cases €1,984 for the academic year 2016-2017 (no rights can be derived from this information). Tuition fees are determined based on individual factors such as nationality, place or residence and study programme. Please fill out the tuition fee calculator on our website to find out exactly how much you will pay: www.international.hu.nl.
• Tuition fees non-EEA students For the 2016-2017 academic year, the fee for most non-EEA students is €8,090 (no rights can be derived from this information). Tuition fees are determined based on individual factors such as nationality, place of residence and study programme. Students who have a residence permit for a purpose other than study may sometimes qualify for the lower tuition fee and/ or for study finance through DUO. Please fill out the tuition fee calculator on our website to find out exactly how much you will pay. • Tuition fees for Master programmes Please check our website to see the tuition fee for our Master programmes. • Other costs You should budget approximately between €800 and €1,000 a year for books and other study materials. You will need about €900 per month to cover rent, food, insurance, transport and other expenses. This does not include study expenses. • Scholarship and grants HU offers special scholarship programmes to non-EEA students who have been admitted to one of our international Bachelor programmes. Please check the website for the latest information: www.international.hu.nl>Bachelors> Finance> Scholarships and grants.
experience how the study is like. Check our website to find out when the next tag along days take place. The International Office The International Office facilitates internationalization at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht. The International Office is in touch with more than 200 educational institutions abroad. It makes preparations for foreign students and staff who intend to go abroad. Students from all over the world get in touch with the office before they arrive in the Netherlands. The International Office provides information on study programmes, visa requirements, accommodation, grants and more. • Contact the International Office HU International Office: Tel: +31 (0)88 481 81 81 Email: io@hu.nl Website: www.international.hu.nl • Mailing address International Office P.O. Box 13102 3507 LC Utrecht The Netherlands • Visiting address Oudenoord 330 3513 EX Utrecht The Netherlands By appointment only
Open days We would like to welcome you at one of the open days. In 2016-2017 we will open our doors at the following dates: - 8 October 2016, 9.00 – 16.00hrs - 5 November 2016, 9.00 – 16.00hrs - 11 March 2017, 9.00 – 16.00hrs
Tag along days During a Tag along day you can find out if the study programme really suits you. You can attend one or several classes, lectures or practical projects and
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Study in Holland EP-Nuffic is the Dutch organisation for international cooperation in higher education. On www.studyinholland.nl you can find more information about planning your stay in the Netherlands.
Other interesting links Utrecht Summer School www.utrechtsummerschool.nl European Student Network www.esn-utrecht.nl City of Utrecht www.utrecht.nl (English version)
www.international.hu.nl Facebook: www.facebook.com/HU.Utrecht
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This is a publication of HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht July 2016. Production: M&C International Design: Vormers, Utrecht Photography: Ed van Rijswijk ( cover, page 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 19, 21), Jan Willem Groen (page 3, 5, 7, 17), Hollandse Hoogte (page 4), Martin Hogeboom (page 2), Erik Kottier (page 14, 15), Femke van den Heuvel (page 2, 7, 12, 16, 20), Jurjen Drenth (page 7), Martijn van Melsen (page 18, 22), Nuffic (page 5) Prints and graphics: Grafisch Bedrijf Tuijtel, Hardinxveld-Giessendam