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Hogeschool KPZ

Zwolle, Overijssel · University of Applied Sciences (HBO)

NL composite #48 BRIN 00IC

Publicly funded institution recognised by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science (OCW); programmes accredited by the NVAO

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Type
University of Applied Sciences (HBO)
Programmes in the register
3
Enrolments (2025)
771
English-taught programmes
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Overview

Hogeschool KPZ is a university of applied sciences (hbo) in Zwolle, Overijssel. The Dutch register (DUO) lists 3 recognised programmes at the institution — 1 bachelor’s, 1 associate degree, 1 post-initial master’s — of which none are taught in English.

“Enrolments” is DUO’s count of enrolments in this institution’s registered programmes — one student enrolled in two programmes counts twice, so it is not a count of students.

Programmes at Hogeschool KPZ

3 programmes across 3 study levels, each with its CROHO code.

Bachelor's Degree

Professional / Post-initial Master

Associate Degree

Associate Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Pedagogisch Educatief Professional

Hogeschool KPZ

CROHO 80142 · BRIN 00IC

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS

Tuition fees & register data

Tuition

Not published in the register

EU/EEA students pay the statutory tuition fee set by the Dutch government; students from outside the EU/EEA pay an institutional fee set by each university. Neither is part of the DUO register, so confirm the fee for your programme with Hogeschool KPZ. How Dutch tuition fees work.

Institution code (BRIN)

00IC

Verify this institution and its programmes at Studiekeuze123 or in the DUO register of recognised programmes. Look programmes up by code on our CROHO lookup.

Official website: kpz.nl

Guides for applying to Dutch universities

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Application Guides How to Apply to a Dutch University: Studielink, Deadlines and What Comes After Most applications run through Studielink, with 1 May as the general deadline and 15 January for numerus fixus programmes. Rankings & Comparisons Research University or University of Applied Sciences? WO and HBO Explained Dutch higher education has two main routes, WO and HBO, and the difference is in how the degree is taught, not in how good it is. Application Guides Numerus Fixus: How Selection Works When a Dutch Programme Has a Fixed Number of Places You can apply to at most two numerus fixus programmes a year, and the ranking numbers come out on 15 April.

Admission requirements

Bachelor’s programmes at research universities (WO) require a VWO diploma or a recognised equivalent; universities of applied sciences (HBO) accept HAVO, VWO or MBO level 4 diplomas or equivalents. International applicants are assessed on the equivalent of their own secondary qualification, and some programmes ask for specific subjects such as mathematics. Programmes with a fixed number of places (numerus fixus) select applicants by their own procedure and deadline. Master’s programmes normally require a relevant bachelor’s degree and often a motivation letter, CV and sometimes a test or interview.

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.

How to apply

  1. 1Choose a programme from the register and check its language of instruction, study form (full-time, part-time or dual) and start month — most programmes start in September, some also in February.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: Bachelor’s programmes at research universities (WO) require a VWO diploma or a recognised equivalent; universities of applied sciences (HBO) accept HAVO, VWO or MBO level 4 diplomas or equivalents. International applicants are assessed on the equivalent of their own secondary qualification, and some programmes ask for specific subjects such as mathematics. Programmes with a fixed number of places (numerus fixus) select applicants by their own procedure and deadline. Master’s programmes normally require a relevant bachelor’s degree and often a motivation letter, CV and sometimes a test or interview.
  3. 3Meet the language requirement: 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.
  4. 4Apply through Studielink, the national enrolment system, plus any application the programme requires directly — deadlines differ by programme and many are earlier for students from outside the EU/EEA.
  5. 5Students from outside the EU/EEA normally need a residence permit (and an MVV entry visa where required) that the institution arranges with the IND. Arrange Dutch health insurance and housing as early as you can.

For international students

Applications go through Studielink, the national enrolment system, alongside any application the institution itself requires. Students from outside the EU/EEA normally need a residence permit, which the institution arranges with the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND), and must show sufficient means of support; EU/EEA students need no permit but must register with the municipality. A Dutch basic health insurance is compulsory for most students. Non-EU students may work limited hours during term time with an employer-held work permit, and graduates can apply for a residence permit as a highly educated person (orientation year) to look for work in the Netherlands.

Read the residence permit guide →

Scholarships for Hogeschool KPZ students

National and foundation scholarships that may be open to students at Hogeschool KPZ. Check each award’s eligibility on its official page.

Full

MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP)

Nuffic

Funding for a short course or tailor-made training in the Netherlands

Professionals working in Algeria, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Tunisia (Syria conditionally) Rolling
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Frequently asked questions

Is Hogeschool KPZ a university?

Hogeschool KPZ is a publicly funded Dutch institution (a university of applied sciences, HBO) recognised by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science (OCW) and listed in the DUO register.

Which programmes at Hogeschool KPZ are taught in English?

No programme at Hogeschool KPZ is recorded as taught in English in the register. Language is not recorded for every programme, so check the institution.

What are the admission requirements for Hogeschool KPZ?

Bachelor’s programmes at research universities (WO) require a VWO diploma or a recognised equivalent; universities of applied sciences (HBO) accept HAVO, VWO or MBO level 4 diplomas or equivalents. International applicants are assessed on the equivalent of their own secondary qua...

How much is tuition at Hogeschool KPZ?

The DUO register publishes no fee. EU/EEA students pay the statutory tuition fee set by the government; students from outside the EU/EEA pay an institutional fee set by the university, so check the programme page on Hogeschool KPZ’s own website.

What are the English requirements?

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 Advanc...

Last updated 05 Oct 2026. Programme data: DUO — Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs, Overzicht Erkenningen ho, CC BY 4.0. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.