Colleges in Netherlands

International students need to provide the following set of documents at the time of application at UTwente:

Undergraduate Documents

• Academic transcripts  (original and English-translated)
• Letter of Motivation
• Student CV  (academic resume)
• Academic references
• English proficiency test score
• Proof of financial capability  (financial statement)
• Scanned copy of the biographical page of a valid passport
• Dutch language test*
• Portfolio (academic or audition based on course requirement)

*Required for bachelor's programmes in Biomedical Engineering, Health Science, Technical Medicine, and Applied Physics.

Note: The university may ask for additional requirements to support the applicant’s knowledge in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and/or Biology. Refer to the exact course requirements before applying to any programme.

Postgraduate Documents

• University transcripts (original and English-translated)
• Motivation letter
• Professional reference
• CV/Resume
• Proof of work experience (if applicable)
• English proficiency test score
• Standardised exam scores (GMAT/GRE for Mathematics score)
• Proof of financial capability (financial statement)
• Scanned copy of the biographical page of a valid passport
• Portfolio (academic or professional as per course requirement)
• Research proposal (abstract of a thesis)

Note: These are general requirements for applying to the University of Twente and may vary with different courses. It is recommended to check the exact requirements from the course page on the official website of the university.

The applicants with a Diploma from a Non-Dutch institute are recommended to apply directly for the Master’s program. The applications shall be considered for both Pre-Master’s as well as the Master’s programs. The application process for Tilburg University MSc Economics is given as follows:

• Firstly, prepare the application documents as they have to be uploaded in a pdf format. The documents required are copy of passport / id card, CV, motivation letter, transcripts of records, English language test results, etc.
• Then, register in Studielink, the Dutch national registration system for higher education
• Next, continue with the application in Tilburg University’s online application system
• Wait for the admission decision. If admitted into the program, complete the other steps of admission such as payment of the tuition fees, finding accommodation, arranging the insurances, etc.

Also Check: How to Write a Letter of Motivation with Samples

Students who have earned a Bachelor’s Diploma from a Non-Dutch educational institution have to follow the below-given application process:

• First of all, prepare the application materials as they have to be uploaded. The documents required are a copy of passport / id card, CV, motivation letter, transcripts of records, English language test results, etc.
• Then, register in Studielink, the Dutch national registration system for higher education
• Next, continue with the application in Tilburg University’s online application system
• Wait for the admission decision. If admitted into the program, complete the other steps of admission such as payment of the tuition fees, finding accommodation, arranging the insurances, etc.

Tilburg University admissions requirements vary as per the course-levels. The general requirements can be checked from below:

Bachelor’s Courses

Indian applicants willing to study at Tilburg University should meet the below-given entry requirements:

• Class 12 Diploma (Arts or Science streams; no Commerce stream), All India Senior School Certificate (by the CBSE), with 5 academic subjects with marks ranging from A (A1, A2) or B (B1) OR
• Class 12 Diploma (Arts or Science streams; no Commerce stream), Indian School Certificate (CISCE Board) with minimum 75% in each of the 5 academic subjects OR
• Migration cum Transfer certificate obtained at the Senior Secondary School Examination (NIOS) with grades A, B, or C in each of the academic exam subjects

What are the accepted academic subjects? Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Geography, Languages, History, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Political Science, Sociology

For some bachelor’s programs, the university wants students to submit a motivation letter, CV or essay, or take part in an interview. Do meet the Mathematics requirements as mentioned on the official website (needed for some courses)

Master’s Program: The applicants are required to check the official website to know the detailed admission requirements for Tilburg University master’s course