University of Twente

Secondary education degree with high final grades in Mathematics and one of the Science subjects (preferably in Physics). Secondary education must be comparable to the Dutch Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) Diploma. Outside the Netherlands? Find out here if your Diploma is equivalent.
2. High level of English proficiency
If you have a Dutch VWO diploma1you can submit your final grade in English to prove your English language proficiency. This grade must be at least 75% of the maximum score. Additionally, your English language skills may be tested during the selection procedure. If your secondary education level is not the Dutch VWO Diploma or your final grade in English does not meet the required level, you must provide one of the English language test scores:IELTS (overall band score): 7.0- TOEFL internet-based test: 100- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): C- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): C
Native English speakers, as well as applicants with an International Baccalaureate or European Baccalaureate Diploma, are exempt from the English language proficiency requirement.

Ph.D studies in Holland generally consist of research activities and culminate in a dissertation (thesis), which should be written and defended in English. Some parts of thesis are usually published in international scientific magazines. When research work is finished the supervising professor evaluates it and decides, if the dissertation is ready for publication and oral defense. A commission will be assigned to approve the dissertation and to discuss it with the candidate during the traditional oral defense ceremony. The Ph.D programmes last 4 years. Admission requirements.
In order to be admitted for a doctorate studies, you shall have a solid background in theory and practice in the chosen field and provide:
A recognized research, Master degree Diploma which gained upon completion of 2 years Master's programme;
The required level of English: scores 600/250/100 for TOEFL or 7 for IELTS);
A research activities statement (a research proposal);
A CV (resume) and reference letter (s). Each university determines whether to admit the candidate on the individual grounds, based on motivation and reference letter provided during application.