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Contents Why study in Holland?
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Welcome to Amsterdam
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Prepare for your international career
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The Holland International Study Centre
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Your gateway to world-leading universities in Holland
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University of Groningen
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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University of Twente
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Hanze University of Applied Sciences
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The Hague University of Applied Sciences
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Wittenborg University Amsterdam 24 English programmes
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English programmes progression universities
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Progression degrees
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Where to stay
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How to apply
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Welcome Welcome to the Holland International Study Centre. This is where your exciting educational journey in Holland begins. We’ve partnered with some of Holland’s top universities to provide you with the preparation you’ll need to progress to one of their world-class degrees. You’ll be able to choose from English language, International Foundation and Pre-Masters programmes to give you the best start for your university studies.
Holland welcomes and supports international students At the Holland International Study Centre (ISC), you’ll be studying in the heart of lively Amsterdam alongside students from around the world. Holland welcomes and supports international students like you with an open-minded multicultural society and the opportunity to live and work in the country after you’ve graduated. With the Holland ISC, you’ll not only be on your way to academic success, but also love every minute of your new experience living in Holland. We hope to see you soon at the International Study Centre.
Stephen Orme, Director Holland ISC
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Why study in
Holland? Study in Holland for value that lasts a lifetime. World-class universities, affordable fees and a visa that lets you apply for jobs in Holland after you graduate open up exciting opportunities in the heart of Europe. Affordable world-class education You’ll be able to choose from a range of top world-ranking universities where fees and accommodation are significantly lower than in the USA and the UK.
Costs are significantly lower than in the USA and the UK Live and learn, in the heart of Europe You’ll have the advantage of being able to study in English in a European country. Most Dutch people can speak English so you’ll also be able to easily get around, make new friends and settle in.
Multicultural and open-minded You’ll be part of a thriving community of international students from all around the world who come to Holland to study. This gives you the exciting opportunity to learn something new about different cultures from your classmates while also teaching them about your own culture.
Study in Holland for value that lasts a lifetime Travel throughout Europe With a visa that covers your entire programme and allows travel throughout Europe, you’ll have many exciting opportunities on your doorstep. Bustling cities like Paris and Berlin are each just a one-hour flight from Amsterdam.
Opportunities after you graduate With a year’s post-study work visa you’ll be able to apply for jobs in Holland and start your international career here after you graduate. See page 8 to find out what this means for your career.
75% of Dutch
people speak English
Over 90,000 international students study in Holland every year
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Average living costs Meal, inexpensive restaurant
€15.00
Cappuccino €2.75 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) Monthly travel pass (regular price) Petrol (1 litre)
€1.95 €89.00 €1.65
Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL)
€21.50
Fitness club monthly fee
€15.00
Cinema ticket
€10.00
Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom
€900.00
Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change
Amsterdam You’ll find the Holland International Study Centre (ISC) in the heart of Amsterdam, part of a beautiful city with a maze of canals, historic buildings and more bicycles than people. Student life in Amsterdam is unique, fun and inspiring. Restaurants, art exhibitions and cafés are great to explore with your new friends. The city also holds many music festivals and sporting events throughout the year so there’s always something to do.
Live in one of the world’s safest and friendliest cities Amsterdam is one of the safest capital cities in the world, and the Dutch are well-known for being friendly and welcoming. So you can spend less time worrying about your safety and focus on enjoying your time in the world’s fifth-safest urban city.*
Travel across Europe and beyond Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is a major European hub and you’ll have easy access to direct flights not only across Europe, but also to regions including Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and North, Central and South America. So whether you’ve got a weekend off or you want to travel home to see family, your journeys to new and exciting places couldn’t be easier.
Get around easily and cheaply Cycling is undoubtedly the best way of getting around Amsterdam. Not only is it a way of life here, it’s also a relatively safe, healthy and cheap way of exploring the city. The city is also wellserved by metros, buses, trams, ferries and trains.
Join a multicultural community As an international student living in Amsterdam, you’ll never feel you’re on your own. Home to over 180 nationalities, the city has an openminded approach to cultural diversity. You’ll join a large international student community here and can learn about other cultures as well as sharing your own in this truly multicultural city.
You’ll join a large international student community Explore a city of culture and history For a relatively small city centre of just over 219km2, Amsterdam is packed with things to see and do. Picturesque canals, historic buildings dating back to the fourteenth century and worldclass museums are all perfect to explore on foot or by bicycle.
Amsterdam is a
top 20 city for tourists
(MasterCard Global Destinations Cities Index 2015)
Amsterdam is one of the largest
student cities in the Netherlands
You can wander the cobbled streets and do some shopping or relax in one of the many parks and open squares. Delicious food from around the world is served across the city, everywhere from a cosy local to a high-end Michelin-starred restaurant. You’ll never run out of things to see and do in Amsterdam.
*The Economist Safe Cities Index 2015
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Prepare for your international career
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As a graduate from a Dutch university, you’ll have the exciting chance to stay and work in Holland after your degree.. With favourable visa options for international students, both during and after your studies, Holland is a very welcoming destination. Working after your degree
Visa benefits
A thriving global economy
Holland is one of the very few countries in the world that offers international students the opportunity to spend up to one year looking for employment after graduation.
⋅⋅ The application procedure for your entry visa is arranged by your host institution or university
Holland is widely recognised as a key centre for business with a highly innovative with entrepreneurial population.
⋅⋅ There’s no need to renew your visa after your ISC programme as it is valid for the full duration of your studies in Holland
Dutch multinational companies include Philips, KLM, Shell, ING Bank and Unilever. Key sectors offering great employment opportunities in Holland include:
If you want to start your career in Holland, you can apply for an orientation year up to three years after you graduate. With the orientation year you can spend one year looking for work and stay for as long as you hold that job.
⋅⋅ You’re allowed to work up to 10 hours a week and hold a full-time job during summer holidays ⋅⋅ Graduates are eligible for a post study work visa ⋅⋅ For more information visit: www.studyinholland.nl/ after-your-studies
⋅⋅ Agriculture and food
⋅⋅ Horticulture
⋅⋅ Creative industries
⋅⋅ Life sciences & health
⋅⋅ Chemicals industry ⋅⋅ Energy ⋅⋅ High tech systems and materials
Step-by-step guide to working in Holland
Graduate from university
Apply for your Orientation Year for Graduates Seeking Employment residence permit (up to three years after graduation)
Search for jobs and internships in Holland for up to 12 months
Stay in Holland for as long as you hold your job
⋅⋅ Logistics ⋅⋅ Water
companies invested €1.87bn in Holland in 2015, creating
9,300 more jobs
Universities linked to employers The Dutch universities maintain strong links with multinational companies based in Holland, opening up a world of opportunities to advance your career. With a dedicated careers service at each of our partner universities, you’ll have all the help and advice you need to get your career started.
The 21st largest economy in the world
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Programme options Whether you’re looking to study an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Holland, the range of access programmes on offer at the Holland ISC will make sure you’re ready to take on your degree with confidence.
The Holland International Study Centre
International Foundation Year Business and Management
This is where your educational journey in Holland begins. Prepare for your degree with access programmes taught in Amsterdam, leading to a wide choice of world-class universities in Holland. Study in the heart of Amsterdam You won’t need much else to inspire you when you’re studying in a spacious modern building by the waterfront in the heart of Amsterdam. At the Holland International Study Centre (ISC) you’ll not only enjoy studying with panoramic views of the city, but then after class you can take advantage of being in the centre of the dynamic business area of Amsterdam.
Learn the basics you’ll need to kick-start your degree The range of programmes on offer at the Holland ISC will provide you with the basic knowledge and skills you’ll need to kick-start your degree of choice in Holland. You’ll learn about the Dutch style of teaching and culture with the help of specialist support staff, so you’ll easily be able to adjust to your new environment once you’ve started your degree at university.
Pathways to top worldranking universities Get the skills for career success We have integrated a new careers service into our academic courses at the ISC. The service is designed to help you stand out in today’s competitive job market, from developing your leadership and presentation skills to helping you write your CV.
This one-year programme will prepare you for a range of undergraduate business degrees. Modules you’ll study include Mathematics, Organisations & Behaviour, Microeconomics, Accounting & Finance, Marketing Intelligence and European Institutions.
Science and Engineering
This one-year programme will prepare you for a range of undergraduate science degrees. Modules you’ll study include Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Chemistry, and Computing and Physics.
International Foundation Year Key facts Entry dates: September 2016 English entry requirements: IELTS 5.0, overall score, minimum 5.0 in writing, no other sub scores below 4.5. Academic entry requirements: Good high school graduation grades or equivalent academic study. Please visit hollandisc.com for the latest information. For country-specific entry requirements, visit: hollandisc.com/entry-requirements
English Programmes You’ll have the freedom to choose from a two or three-term programme of intensive English training to make sure you have the language skills you’ll need for a range of Bachelors and Masters programmes. You’ll study modules including English and Skills for University Study and Research Methodology.
English Foundation Programme Key facts
English Pre-Masters Key facts
Entry dates: Two terms – January 2017 Three terms – September 2016
Entry dates: Two terms – January 2017 Three terms – September 2016
English entry requirements:
English entry requirements:
IELTS 5.0 or above (minimum 5.0 in writing, no other sub scores below 4.5) or above (or equivalent qualification).
Two terms - IELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.5 in writing, no other sub scores below 5.0) or above (or equivalent qualification).
Academic entry requirements: You need to meet the academic entry requirements of the Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Stenden University of Applied Sciences or VHL University of Applied Sciences Bachelors programme.
Three terms – IELTS 5.0 (minimum 5.0 in writing, no other sub scores below 4.5) or above (or equivalent qualification). Academic entry requirements: You need to meet the academic entry requirements of Wageningen University, University of Groningen or Nyenrode Business Universiteit Masters programme.
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It feels great to be an international student here in Holland because it feels just like home. I have my own company. There are companies who give you advice in terms of finance, how to raise your capital, how to make your own strategy.”
Amsterdam
149th
in the THE World University Rankings 2015-16
130
start-ups
and 900 spinoff companies on campus
University of Twente
Enschede 2.5hrs by train
Limei, China BSc International Business Administration, University of Twente
Twente has the largest campus in Europe
Renowned as one of Europe’s best Research Universities, the University of Twente offers you great career opportunities through its industry contacts and work placements with well-known global companies. Why choose the University of Twente? With its world-class research, close industry contacts and entrepreneurial spirit, the University of Twente will prepare you with the skills and work experience you’ll need to follow your career path with confidence. It’s the only Dutch Research University to offer on-campus accommodation and, with the largest campus in Europe and its American college vibe, you’ll feel welcome straight away.
Expand your career opportunities At the University of Twente, you’ll benefit from the university’s close industry contacts and gain access to work placements with well-known global companies including Google, Philips, Boeing and Siemens. You’ll also be studying on the same campus where over 130 start-up companies are based. The networks and work experience you’ll build during your time at the university will give you a confident head start in your career after graduation. Study in a state-of-the-art environment The University of Twente is located in the vibrant and safe city of Enschede. The vibrant, green campus is the largest in Europe and offers stateof-the-art laboratories and cultural and sporting facilities. With over 50 student-run sports, cultural and international student associations and events across the year, you’ll quickly become an active member of a thriving community.
Explore the Global Lounge The Global Lounge is a lounge room where you can find out all you need to know about living in Holland. It’s also the perfect space to relax in with your friends where you’ll find books, magazines, an Xbox and a TV. Plus there are plenty of Lonely Planet books here if you want some inspiration for a holiday in Europe or further afield. High tech, human touch The University of Twente focuses on the development of technology and its impact on people and society. This can be seen in the range of Bachelors degree programmes offered by the university in the field of technology and behavioural and social sciences. Our students are challenged to look beyond the boundaries of their own field and establish links with other disciplines. This multidisciplinary approach, known as the Twente Education Model, encourages scientific and social innovation and reflects the entrepreneurial spirit of the university.
Things to do in Enschede With its strong student community of over 26,000, you’ll never feel out of place in Enschede. Although there’s lots to do and a thriving student community, the city is safe and compact enough for you to enjoy a comfortable small-town feel.
Average living costs Meal, inexpensive restaurant
€ 15.00
Cappuccino
€ 2.35
Bottle of water (0.33 litre)
€ 1.51
Monthly travel pass (regular price) Petrol (1 litre) Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL)
€40.00 € 1.61 €20.06
Fitness club monthly fee
€22.00
Cinema ticket
€ 10.00
Montly rent for a city cenre apartment with one bedroom
€ 516.67
Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change
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Where to stay
Enjoy free use of a bicycle at the Student Hotel
Stay in affordable, comfortable accommodation in one of two great locations in Amsterdam. You’ll be surrounded by a lively student community and get a free bike to explore your new home. The Holland ISC has reserved rooms especially for you and your fellow students at the Student Hotel. You can choose from two great locations in Amsterdam – City or West.
Enjoy comfortable, fully-furnished rooms and suites You’ll be able to choose from different types of rooms to suit you. Luxurious suites offer you more space and privacy with your own en-suite bathroom and kitchen. If you prefer to have company when you’re at home, standard rooms still offer the privacy of your own en-suite bathroom, but you’ll share a kitchen with about ten other people. These fully-equipped shared kitchens are great places for meeting new people from over 50 different countries.
Get everything you need with all-inclusive services You won’t need to worry about extra costs at the Student Hotel, because energy costs and service fees are included in the price. Plus every room is fully-furnished with a comfortable bed, desk and chair, and flatscreen TV. Amenities including high-speed Internet and Wi-Fi and gym access are also included. You can also have access to the on-site espresso bar, café-bar and restaurant, all serving tasty food and drink at affordable prices. You’ll even get to use a free city bike while you’re living here, which is great for exploring Amsterdam.
Be part of a vibrant student community You’ll never feel alone at the Student Hotel. You’ll be part of a vibrant community of international students who, just like you, are studying abroad in Holland. Join your fellow students for a snack or drinks at the café or restaurant/bar, make use of the private gym, or hit the games room together for a game of table tennis or pool.
Two hotel locations: Amsterdam City and Amsterdam West
You can even just chill out or cook together in the shared lounge and kitchen areas. When it comes to study time, you’ll have access to a library and comfortable study areas just for you or your study group. You can also join your fellow students at one of the many social activities organised by the Student Hotel throughout the year, including parties and summer barbecues. There’s always something exciting going on at the Student Hotel, and it’s easy for you to meet some great new friends from around the world.
Feel safe and well looked after
Live in convenient locations Choose from Amsterdam City or Amsterdam West – both are excellent locations within the city. Whichever location you choose, you’ll find metro, tram, and bus lines at your doorstep. And, within minutes of hopping on your free bike, you’ll be at local universities and colleges. Just down the street from both locations, you’ll also find shops and restaurants for your convenience.
You won’t need to worry about a thing at the Student Hotel – whether it’s your safety or how to use the washing machine. There’s 24-hour security as well as on-site staff to answer any of your questions or concerns. You can feel safe living somewhere with the best security technology and fire safety measures in place, and you can also feel comfortable knowing there’s always someone available to help with anything you may need. You’ll always feel safe and well looked after at the Student Hotel.
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If you receive an offer you will be guided through the next steps Contact us Confirm
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•O nce we have received payment (details will be provided in your Offer Letter) your Agent or Student Enrolment Adviser can assist you through the VISA process*.
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• Your passport* * • Conditional offer letter of progressing university** • Offer of a place Holland ISC**
•Y ou have a legal right to cancel your place up to 14 days after acceptance of our offer of a place.
• Diplomas and Transcripts (original and notarised translation
Before you arrive
• Your qualification certificates
•P lease notify us or your agent when you receive your visa. •W e will then inform you / your agent about accommodation and any additional payments required. •P lease ensure you have requested all original academic records to bring with you. •P lease complete the online pre-arrival form.
• Accommodation documents* * • Notarised copy of your birth certificate • IELTS or TOEFL test results • A sponsor letter if you are being sponsored) • Passport sized photographs • Essential toiletries and medications. We send a pre-arrival document to all students, so you should have everything you need to know. This can also be found on our website. We look forward to welcoming you.
Via your agent Your agent representative will help you with any queries you may have and can guide you through our process or talk to our Admissions Department on your behalf. Direct How to contact the International Study Centre directly: hollandisc.com/enquire By telephone United Kingdom – Student Enrolment Adviser + 44 (0) 1273 339333 (Please omit the zero if dialling from outside the UK) Our Student Enrolment Advisers speak a variety of languages, and understand several more. We will do our best to contact you in your preferred language. Social Media Why not join our social media community and see what life is like at Holland ISC before you arrive? facebook.com/hollandisc youtube.com/user/hollandisc
* Your chosen university will apply for your visa once you have been accepted onto the programme. You will receive more details when you have confirmed your place **These items should be packed in your hand luggage
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You must have Personal Insurance
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A It is essential that international 10 students have the protection of personal insurance whilst in the Netherlands. To cover you as a student at the International Study Centre (ISC), you may purchase our “Study Care” insurance cover. This policy will cover you for loss of personal possessions, travel delay, as well as providing medical insurance until the end of your ISC academic programme. You can purchase Study Care Insurance as part of your application process. If you prefer not to take out Study Care insurance, you must provide proof of alternative adequate insurance cover. For more information, visit: hollandisc.com
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The Holland ISC is part of Study Group, a global leader in preparing students for international academic success and rewarding careers through a life-changing learning experience. We offer customised programmes across higher, language and online education starting from high school to life-long learning. Study Group taught more than 73,000 students from 145 countries across the UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand in 2015.
Study in Holland is an initiative of EP-Nuffic to promote and inform students about Dutch higher education worldwide. Study in Holland is the starting point for all international students who are considering Holland as a study destination. To learn more, visit studyinholland.nl
Disclaimer This brochure is issued for the general guidance of students considering entry to the Holland International Study Centre from September 2016. The information is correct at the time of going to press and the programmes and services described herein are those which Study Group is planning to offer. We make every effort to ensure that the content of our prospectus, website and other materials is accurate. However, on occasion it may be necessary to alter certain aspects of a module or programme, for example if changes are required to meet external requirements; or if programmes are over-subscribed and the quality of teaching would be adversely affected as a result. In such circumstances we may have to alter the timetable, change the teaching location of the programme or, in extreme cases, cancel or substantially amend the content of the programme. Should any of these changes become necessary, we will give you as much notice as possible before they come into effect and ensure that any disruption to your studies is minimised. If your programme is cancelled, we will work in consultation with you to offer a suitable alternative, subject to meeting the admission requirements for that programme or the opportunity to obtain a refund of any advance payments you have made for the programme. The alternative programme may not be at the same ISC as the original offer. Courses offered in this prospectus are validated by the universities. The universities (where applicable) also reserve the right to amend the regulations governing those programmes without prior notice. Study Group therefore strongly recommends that immediately prior to making any application to / or accepting any offer from, Study Group you should refer to the most up-to-date version of the programme descriptions and specifications and the regulations on the Holland International Study Centre website. Neither the universities in this prospectus nor Study Group shall be liable for any errors or omissions that may be contained in this prospectus. *
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