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Holland International Study Centre
Develop your entrepreneurial spirit with
a degree from the University of Twente
Renowned for pioneering new approaches in education, research and business, Holland offers a warm
welcome to international students looking for an education with real-world relevance. Gain an inspiring
education from the University of Twente and put yourself on the path to career success.
University of Twente
High tech, human touch
The University of Twente is a research
university which focuses on the
development of technology and its impact
on people and society. This can be seen in
the range of Bachelor’s degree programmes
which the university offers 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.
Your route to a degree
at Twente University
The International Foundation Year at the
Holland International Study Centre provides
a route to the following degrees, taught in
English, at the University of Twente.
Business degrees
BSc International Business Administration
(3 years) This programme gives you the
practical and theoretical knowledge of
business strategies you’ll need for a
successful career in our complex and
demanding globalised world. There are
opportunities to broaden your knowledge
through various study-related activities
including the International Business
Administration excellence programme
for highly motivated and very talented
students, guest lectures within the
modules and company visits, study tour,
and job fairs, as well as the University
of Twente honours programme.
Engineering degrees
BSc Advanced Technology (3 years) This is a
broad technical programme with an eye for
societal needs. It is unique as it gives
students the opportunity to follow several
fields of study at the same time. Study
options include electrical engineering,
mechanical engineering, applied physics,
chemical engineering, mathematics, and
business administration.
BSc Creative Technology (3 years) How can
you use cutting-edge technology or new
media to create user interaction? This
programme challenges you to develop
innovative applications using the latest
technology. You will learn to adapt
state-of-the-art technology or new media
in an original and appealing way to create
interaction with or between users. You will
work on applications that make life healthier,
easier and more fun. Think of a staircase
that is so inviting that people would prefer
taking it rather than using the escalator!
Engineering in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is extremely attractive to
global industries and investors. The Dutch
are experts in hydraulic engineering, have
an innovative chemical industry – with
chemical companies such as AkzoNobel,
Shell, DSM and Purac based here – and are
at the forefront of renewable energy. If you
have ambitions in the field of engineering,
then the Netherlands is the ideal place for
you to study and then have the opportunity
to stay on after your studies when you
secure a job.
BSc Electrical Engineering (3 years) This
programme focuses on developing and
improving electronics-based systems.
Electrical Engineering teaches you how
modern technology works and how to use it
to improve, accelerate or scale down
electronics-based systems. Your work and
commitment will result in high-tech
applications that are based on
nanotechnology, device physics, robotics,
electronics and communication technology.
The specific developments we work on
include lab-on-a-chip technology, methods
for producing faster and better computers,
more energy-efficient cars and batteries, a
chip-based pregnancy test and state-of-theart communication sensors.
In today’s global market, it is essential that your education equips you with a
broad range of skills. This is the principle which underpins the Twente Education
Model, where you will receive an innovative education that will help you to
fulfill your full potential in an interesting learning environment.
Holland International Study Centre
Welcome to the Holland
International Study Centre
Situated at the heart of Europe, in Amsterdam, the Holland International Study Centre
puts you in the best place to prepare for a respected degree at University of Twente,
while allowing you to gain a broad perspective on European culture.
Support in making your
university application
The dedicated Holland International Study
Centre team will support you in applying
for a place at University of Twente, which
you’ll need to do before you enrol on one
of the International Study Centre’s degree
preparation programmes.
Guidance at every step of the way
With small classes and continuous
monitoring of your progress, you’ll receive
expert guidance at every step of your
journey towards an internationallyrenowned undergraduate qualification
from the University of Twente.
Essential academic and English
language skills
Benefit from an introduction to the same
teaching styles as those in place on your
University of Twente degree course. By
improving your English skills, you’ll gain
the confidence you need to realise your
true potential, while academic skills
training provides the tools to help you
succeed at a top European university.
A community of
international students
Meet students from all over the world
embarking on a study abroad adventure
just like you. With over 87,000 international
students choosing to study in Holland each
year, you’ll be living and learning as part of
a young culturally diverse community.
Holland ISC course options
Raise your English language skills to
the required level and gain essential
academic skills, while you settle into the
Dutch education system and European
culture. Whichever undergraduate
degree you are aiming for, Holland
International Study Centre offers access
programmes to help you succeed at the
University of Twente.
International Foundation Year
Choose between Holland ISC’s International
Foundation Year programmes in Business
and Management or Science and
Engineering, each preparing you thoroughly
for the first year of an undergraduate
degree at University of Twente.
Key facts
Entry dates: September 2015
English entry requirements: IELTS 5.0
(overall score)
Academic entry requirements:
Good high school graduation grades.
For country-specific requirements, visit
hollandisc.com/entry-requirements
Minimum age on entry to the ISC: 17
Tuition fee: €16,350
Accommodation
Location Next to the main public station
(Jan van Galen) in Amsterdam
Type The Student Hotel is a brand new
residence offering a range of en-suite
private rooms for individual use. Facilities
include furniture and bedding, as well as
use of a private gym, study rooms, a library,
lounges, and entertainment and games
rooms. 24-hr security, WiFi and high speed
internet and bicycles are also available
for residents.
For more information on
University of Twente, visit
utwente.nl/en/education/bachelor
Applying to the
Holland ISC
Contact our Admissions Coordinator who will help you with your
application every step of the way. Please follow the two steps below
to secure your place at the Holland ISC:
Step 1: Complete the Holland ISC application form and attach
the following copies of your documents.
• the relevant pages of your passport
• your IELTS or TOEFL score
• your academic transcripts (originals and English translations)
• your diploma (if available)
• if you have already received a conditional offer of a place on your intended
degree programme at the University of Twente, please include this too.
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Send it by email to [email protected] or to:
Holland ISC, Keizersgracht 285, 1016 ED Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Step 2: If you meet the entry requirements for the International Foundation Year
programme, our Admissions Coordinator will arrange:
• a conditional offer of a place on your intended degree programme at
University of Twente (if you do not already hold an offer)
• the offer of a place at the Holland ISC.
The conditional offer from the university is a visa requirement for any student
following a degree preparation programme in Holland.
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For more information on applying, visit
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All programmes at the Holland International Study Centre are run
by Study Group, in partnership with Nyenrode Business Universiteit.
Study Group is a global leader in private higher education, language and career
education, in the United States, Canada, the UK and Europe, Australia and New
Zealand. Study Group provides the highest quality educational opportunities for
50,000 students from more than 130 countries in over 48 campuses across the world.
Study in Holland is an initiative of 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.
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