Study in Holland - The Netherlands Institute in Athens

Why Study in Holland? 1,391 international study -programmes Holland was the first non-English-speaking country to offer courses taught in English. Dutch higher education institutions together offer a combined total of 1,391 international study programmes and courses of which 1,376 are taught entirely in English. This makes -Holland the frontrunner in continental Europe.- International study programmes and courses cover a broad range of fields. Curricula are intensive, taught at an advanced level, practice-oriented and designed to meet the expectations- of students seeking specialized knowledge. The courses alternate theory with- practice in real or simulated work situations.- Most programmes and courses lead to a -bachelor?s, master?s or PhD degree, a diploma or certificate. Excellent education and research The Dutch system of higher education enjoys a worldwide reputation for high quality. This quality is achieved through a national system of regulation and quality assurance. The Times Higher Education Supplement even ranks 11 universities in Holland among the top 200 in the world. Holland has also received inter-national acclaim for its groundbreaking- Problem-Based Learning system, which trains students to analyze and solve practical problems- -independently through emphasis on -self-study and self-discipline. International study environment For a small country like Holland, an inter-national orientation ? including in education and training ? is a must for survival in our -increasingly internationalized world. The Dutch education system is interactive and focuses on teamwork, which makes it easy to meet other international students. Studying in Holland means developing an open mind and increasing your international orientation. The Dutch way of teaching Respect for each individual?s opinions and -convictions is a national virtue that gives strength to the fabric of Holland?s diverse and plural society. This is the foundation of the teaching method used at Dutch educational institutions. This teaching style can be described- as inter-active and student-centred, providing students with the attention and -freedom they need to develop their own opinions and creativity in applying their new knowledge. All programmes place a significant- emphasis on writing papers, working in groups to analyze and solve specific problems, -acquiring -practical work experience through internships and conducting laboratory -experiments. Tuition fees Education in Holland is not free, but tuition- fees are reasonable compared to other -countries. Annual tuition fees for enrolment- in a degree programme or course at a Dutch -higher education institution start at -approximately 1,500 Euros for EU students. Dutch higher education system Holland has two main types of higher -education. Research universities focus on the independent practice of research-oriented work in an academic or professional setting, while universities of applied sciences are more practically-oriented, preparing students for specific careers. A third, smaller branch of higher education is provided by institutes- of -international education, which offer programmes designed especially for inter-national students. An overview of all research -universities, universities of applied sciences and institutes of international education can be found at www.internationalstudy.nl. Research Universities There are 14 government-funded research -universities in Holland, three of which -specialize in engineering, one in agriculture and one that is an open university. These institutions essentially train students in academic study and research, although many study -programmes also have a professional -component, and most graduates actually find work outside the research community. The -universities vary in size, with enrolments ranging from 6,000 to 30,000. All together they enrol some 206,000 students. www.vsnu.nl the Association of Universities in the Netherlands Universities of Applied Sciences Programmes offered by universities of -applied sciences (hogescholen) focus on the -practical application of knowledge. Acquiring -practical work experience through internships- is an -integral part of professional study -programmes. Holland has 41 government--funded----- universities of applied sciences. The largest of these enrol 20,000 to 39,000 students. All together some 370,000 students are enrolled in professional programmes. www.hbo-raad.nl The Netherlands Association of Universities of Applied Sciences Institutes of International Education Holland has been offering another form of higher education for more than 50 years, in the form of ?International Education? (IE), -comprising advanced courses taught in English. There are five large IE institutes and a number of smaller ones, all of which focus on development-oriented courses conducted in small, intercultural groups, and on the -exchange of knowledge as facilitated by -teachers with extensive experience of working in developing countries. www.pieonline.nl Platform for...