Netherlands

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Overview

Study in Netherland, one of the wealthiest nations of the world which is home to many global brands. Netherland has a highly respected higher education system known for its scientific and engineering programs offered in English that churns out highly employable individuals. It is not that Netherland is all work and no play. For the ardent traveler in you, Netherland is gifted with picturesque countrysides and vibrant cities lined with strings of cafes, art galleries, and historic monuments one can cover on a bicycle. To boot, excellent transport links to other European countries make it affordable to visit popular destinations such as Germany and France during your time of stay there.

Cost Of Study

6000 Euro to 8000 Euro per year.

Intakes

February /September.

Cost of Living

800 – 1,100 Euros Per Month

Entry requirements

IELTS & TOEFL

Quick Facts

  • Language: Dutch (official), Frisian (official).
  • GDP per capital: $42,300 (2012 EST.)
  • Germany Population: 16,805,037 (2013 EST.)
  • Name: Netherlands.
  • Capital City: Amsterdam (780,152 pop).
  • Currency: Euro.
  • Surface area: 41,528 km² (18.41% water).

Why Study In Netherland

  • Pioneers in many areas.
  • Excellent quality of life.
  • Hub of international business.
  • One of the wealthiest nations of the world.
  • Education offered at highly subsidized rate.
  • In the forefront of creativity and innovation.
  • Excellent student cities with best of infrastructure.
  • Offers safe environment for international students.
  • Highly liberal mind set and accommodating population.
  • Multicultural society with highly accommodating nature.
  • All most all courses offered in English for International students.
  • Easy access to surrounding countries of Europe for employment.
  • More than 4 Dutch universities placed among 100 best universities of the world.

Education System

The higher education system in the Netherlands is made up primarily three different types of institution, each with a unique offering to an international student. They are:

  • Research Universities.
  • Universities of Applied Science.
  • Institutes for International Education.

Work Rights & Stay Back

  • English Requirement: IELTS not mandatory.
  • Permitted to take up full-time work from June to August, or work part time for a maximum of 10 hours a week.
  • International students who obtain a bachelor's or master's degree can spend a period of up to 12 months to find a job as a highly skilled migrant. Called the 'search year', this is the time given to graduates to look for a suitable job in the Dutch market.

Economy

  • Ranks 7th in GDP (nominal) per capita.
  • The Netherlands has the 16th largest economy in the world..
  • The Netherlands is one of the world's 10 leading exporting countries.
  • One of the leading European nations for attracting FDIs and is one of the 5 largest investors in the United States.
  • The Netherlands has a very strong economy and has been playing a special role in the European economy for many centuries.
  • The Netherlands' location gives it prime access to markets in the UK and Germany, with the port of Rotterdam being the largest port in Europe.
  • Amsterdam is the financial and business capital of the Netherlands and is the 5th busiest tourist destination in Europe with more than 4.2 million international visitors.
  • Due to its central position, the Netherlands has been described as the Gateway to Europe. All famous European capitals are within easy reach: Paris, Berlin, Brussels and London are all situated within an hour flight from the Dutch capital - Amsterdam.
  • Major industries include chemicals, metallurgy, machinery, electrical, goods and tourism. Examples include Unilever, Heineken, financial services (ING), chemicals (DSM), petroleum refining (Shell), electronic machinery (Philips, ASML) and car navigation Tom-tom.