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NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

Leeuwarden, Friesland · University of Applied Sciences (HBO)

NL composite #16 27 English-taught programmes BRIN 31FR

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
102
Enrolments (2025)
22,033
English-taught programmes
27

Overview

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences is a university of applied sciences (hbo) in Leeuwarden, Friesland. The Dutch register (DUO) lists 102 recognised programmes at the institution — 61 bachelor’s, 21 master’s, 19 associate degree, 1 post-initial master’s — of which 27 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 NHL Stenden

102 programmes across 4 study levels, each with its CROHO code.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Accounting

Accountancy

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34406 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Mathematics

Applied Mathematics

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35168 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Arts Therapies

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34644 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Biology

Biology & Medical Laboratory Research

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34397 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Biotechnology

Biotechnology

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34331 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Business Administration (English)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34035 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Chemical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34275 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Chemistry

Chemistry (3 year, Fast track)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34396 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34279 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Communication & Media

Communication

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34405 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science

Computer Science

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34475 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Creative Business (3 year, Fast track)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35516 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Education in Primary Schools (age 4 - 12)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34808 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Educational Theory

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35158 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34267 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Area Studies

European Studies

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34419 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Finance

Finance & Control

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35520 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Finance

Finance, Tax and Advice

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35517 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Fine Art and Design in Education

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 39100 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Health

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 39308 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Human Resource Management

Human Resource Management (English)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34609 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Graphic Design

Hydrographic Surveyor

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34190 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Industrial Engineering

Industrial Engineering & Management

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34421 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Information & Communication Technology

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 30020 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Information Technology

Information Technology (English)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34479 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree International Business

International Business

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 30029 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Law (JD)

Law

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 39205 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Leisure & Events Management (English)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35521 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Supply Chain & Logistics

Logistics Management (English)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35522 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Maritime Officer

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34384 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Maritime Technology

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34276 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Marketing

Marketing Management

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34402 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34280 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Nursing

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34560 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Public Administration

Public Administration

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34464 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Safety and Security Management

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 39268 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Social Work

Social Work

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34116 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Development Studies

Spatial Development

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 30038 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Biology

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35301 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Chemics

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35199 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Dutch

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35198 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Economics

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35207 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in English

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35195 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in French

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35196 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Frisian

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35144 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Geography

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35201 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in German

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35193 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in History

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35197 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Mathematics

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35221 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Physics

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35261 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Social Skills

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35421 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Social Studies

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35411 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Theatre in Education

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 34745 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 240 ECTS
Bachelor's Degree Tourism Management

Tourism Management FT

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 35524 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 4 years (240 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English 240 ECTS

Associate Degree

Associate Degree Business & Management

Ad Leisure & Events Management (Duaal)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80040 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Business Administration

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80074 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Care and Technology

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80131 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Community Work

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80182 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Business & Management

Creative Media Professional (English)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80151 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Cybersecurity

Cyber Safety & Security

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80185 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Didactical Educational Professional

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80166 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship & Retail Management

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80010 · BRIN 31FR

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

Finance & Control

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80065 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Hospitality Management

Hotel Management

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80041 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English & Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Human Resource Management

Human Resource Management

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80073 · BRIN 31FR

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

IT Service Management

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80024 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Robotics Engineering

Industrial Automation and Robotics

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80157 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Supply Chain & Logistics

Logistiek

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80148 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Engineering

Marine Technology

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80067 · BRIN 31FR

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

Marketing

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80103 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Business & Management

Online Contentcreator

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80150 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Social Work

Social Work

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80140 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Associate Degree Tourism Management

Tourism Management

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 80009 · BRIN 31FR

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

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Data Science

Computer Vision & Data Science

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 49397 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Business & Management

Content & Media Strategy

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 45284 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Industrial Design

Design Driven Innovation

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 49302 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Educational Theory

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 44113 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Health Innovation

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 40120 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Education

Learning & Innovation

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 44136 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 English & Dutch 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Engineering

Maritime Innovations

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 49122 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 English & Dutch 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Master Educational Leadership

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 49295 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Engineering

Polymer Engineering (joint degree)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 49508 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 2 years (120 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 120 ECTS
Master's Degree Engineering

Serious Gaming

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 49126 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Social Work

Social Work (joint degree)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 49500 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Communication & Media

Strategic Communication (joint degree)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 49507 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 Dutch 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Hospitality Management

Sustainable Innovation in Hospitality

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 49158 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1 year (60 ECTS) 🎓 Full Time 🗣 English 60 ECTS
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Dutch

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 45269 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1.5 years (90 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 90 ECTS
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in English

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 45262 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1.5 years (90 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 90 ECTS
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Frisian

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 45276 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1.5 years (90 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 90 ECTS
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in General Economics

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 45275 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1.5 years (90 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 90 ECTS
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in German

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 45265 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1.5 years (90 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 90 ECTS
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Mathematics

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 45263 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1.5 years (90 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 90 ECTS
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Teacher Education in Physics

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 45272 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1.5 years (90 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 🗣 Dutch 90 ECTS

Professional / Post-initial Master

Professional / Post-initial Master Engineering

Polymer Engineering (joint degree)

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences

CROHO 70178 · BRIN 31FR

⏱ 1.5 years (75 ECTS) 🎓 Part Time 75 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 NHL Stenden. How Dutch tuition fees work.

Institution code (BRIN)

31FR

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: nhl.nl

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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.

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Scholarships for NHL Stenden students

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

Full Master's Degree

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A scholarship covering travel, visa and a living allowance, plus participation costs

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MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP)

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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 NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences a university?

NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences 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 NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences are taught in English?

27 of its 102 programmes in the register are taught fully or partly in English (language recorded for 99 of them). Open a programme page for its language of instruction.

What are the admission requirements for NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences?

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 NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences?

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 NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences’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.