Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA) Full Time

Business Administration (English)

at NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences · Leeuwarden, Friesland

CROHO programme code

34035

Institution code (BRIN)

31FR

This programme is recognised in the Dutch register of higher-education programmes (CROHO / RIO), published by DUO. Verify it yourself at Studiekeuze123 or in the DUO register before you apply.

Language of instruction

English & Dutch

Study load

240 ECTS

Duration

4 years (240 ECTS)

Study forms

Full-time, Part-time

Degree awarded

Bachelor of Science

Location(s)

Leeuwarden

Start

September (main intake); some programmes also start in February

Tuition

Ask the institution

Enrolments (2025)

551

About this programme

Business Administration (English) is a bachelor’s programme at a university of applied sciences recognised in the Dutch register at NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences (Leeuwarden). It awards the degree of Bachelor of Science. The study load is 240 ECTS credits (4 academic years full-time). The register records the language of instruction as English & Dutch. Study forms offered: full-time, part-time. Figures are as published by DUO — confirm intake dates, admission requirements and the institutional tuition fee with the institution before applying.

Entry requirements

Language: Programmes taught in English require proof of English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is a common standard for bachelor’s programmes and 6.5–7.0 for many master’s programmes; TOEFL iBT and Cambridge C1 Advanced are widely accepted as equivalents. Programmes taught in Dutch require proof of Dutch, usually the NT2 exam, Programme II. Each institution publishes its own thresholds.

International students: Apply through Studielink. Non-EU/EEA students usually need a residence permit arranged by the institution with the IND — check the programme page for the exact route and deadline.

Frequently asked questions

In which language is the Business Administration (English) taught?

The register records the language of instruction as English & Dutch. Confirm with NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences before you apply.

How long is the Business Administration (English) at NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences?

It typically takes 4 years (240 ECTS), with intakes in September (main intake); some programmes also start in February.

How much is the tuition?

The DUO register publishes no fee. EU/EEA students pay the statutory tuition fee; students from outside the EU/EEA pay an institutional fee set by NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences. Check the programme page on its own website.

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