If Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and speed skating go together in your mind, and you like mobility and open-minded people, then perhaps you were made for studying in the Netherlands. Students choose to do their degrees in the Netherlands for a multitude of reasons, starting with the fact that the Dutch are easy-going, as well as English-savvy. Add to that the laid-back, informal style of teaching, that’s focused on the student’s experience, and there’s no surprise the Netherlands is a top study destination in Europe. Those who are pickier choose the Netherlands because of its unique culture and its geographical position in the heart of Europe, which makes many neighbouring countries equally accessible. The quality of education is among the best in the world, universities offer various English-language programs and studying in the Netherlands is affordable compared to countries such as the UK and the US.
The Netherlands has the largest range of English language programs in Europe. Almost every university has an English version of any programs taught in Dutch. Lecturers are usually bilingual and can interact with English-speaking students easily. In addition, more than 70% of the Dutch population speak the English language and this makes international students feel at home while they study in the country.
The programs in the Netherlands are highly regarded at international level. In addition, the costs for school, lodging and ‘life’ are considerably lower than in lots of other European countries. Compared to countries like the U.S and the U.K, the costs of studying in the Netherlands is very low. For example, on average, the tuition fee in the Netherlands amounts to about € 2.000 – for students from the EU and less than € 7.000 for non-EU students (excluding feeding and accommodation costs).num.
The way Dutch people teach is different from other countries. It is interactive and the students are taught not just to think for themselves but to work together in groups. You develop skills such as analysis, practical problem solving, working in a team and creative thinking.
The 2018 Global University rankings show that universities in the Netherlands are among the best in the world. Universities like the Vrije University, University of Amsterdam, Erasmus University and the Delft University of Technology are among the most highly ranked universities in Europe and the world
The Netherlands is number 17 on the list of the largest economies in the world. Some of the country’s biggest brands are; Heineken, KLM, Shell, ING, Philips and Unilever. In addition, the Netherlands is a world leader in fields such as agriculture, water management, dyke building, dredging, banking and finance, art & design, logistics and sustainable energy, etc.
In the Netherlands, education is compulsory for children from the age of five to 16. However, most children begin their education at age four.
Two types of higher education
As part of the EU, the Netherlands practices different tuition fees for EU/EEA students and non-EU/EEA students. On average, tuition fees for EU students are about 2,000 EUR/year, while for non-EU students; they start at 6,000 EUR/year. Still, you should be mindful that the cost of studies is influenced by the type of degree and by the subject area. For example, Master’s programmes are typically more expensive then Bachelor’s programmes and can reach even 20,000 EUR/year.
While the admission process and eligibility criteria determine the selection of Netherlands as a study abroad destination, one question that every student asks is – Can I work while studying in Netherlands? Well, the answer is yes, you can. However, like any country, there are some rules which govern the eligibility and conditions of employment of international students. They would require a Work Permit to work while studying in a Dutch University. If you reside in the Netherlands on a student residence permit, you are allowed to work up to a maximum of 16 hours per week throughout the year, or fulltime in the summer months International students who have graduated from a Dutch university can now take one year to search for work upon graduation through the orientation year programme
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