Netherlands
We welcome applicants from around the world and often accept local country qualifications in line with the course entry requirements. If you have qualifications from Netherlands, we can review your eligibility for your programme of interest. Just send in copies of your academic transcripts and awards when you make your application. Our UK team can assist you with your application.
Regional qualifications and entry requirements
For the majority of our programmes, we typically accept the following qualifications from Netherlands:
| Point of entry | Academic requirements* | Language requirements* |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) with an average of below 7. | IELTS 4.5 with no less than 4.0 in each band . |
| Undergraduate (year 1) |
Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) with an average of between 7 - 8 depending on course. Maths can be accepted at passing grade. | VWO English grade 8. IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent. |
| Undergraduate (year 2/3) | Applications will be assessed individually. | VWO English grade 8. IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent. |
| Postgraduate taught | Bachelor degree with an average of between 6 - 7 depending on course. | IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent. |
*Some courses may vary and/or have specific requirements – for details of the entry requirements for your course, please see our course pages or contact us to check your qualifications. Please note that all applications are assessed on an individual basis.