Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences

• Location: Apeldoorn, Netherlands
• Accommodation type: residence, apartment.
• Language of instruction: English.
• Most popular specialties: business, tourism and hospitality, art and technology, education, health, social security.
• Total number of students: up to 400 people.

Wittenborg University is a private Dutch university: it was founded in 1987 in Deventer, and in 2010 moved to Apeldoorn and now occupies a modern, new and spacious building. The university has received accreditation of state bodies, and in the list of the best local universities takes an honorable 5th place. Annually, a lot of students come here: a total of about 400 people are studying there, representing 50 countries. The goal of the university is to develop creative approach to business, innovative thinking, readiness to perceive and introduce new technologies in students. All classes are conducted in English: the programs are harmoniously divided into theoretical and practical blocks (for 6 weeks each), which conclude with profile exams. Such an integrated approach gives an excellent result: the university produces experienced and qualified professionals valuable in the international labour market. Especially convenient is the fact that you can start studying for 6 dates throughout the year, the beginning of the course is not tied to one month (for example, by the beginning of September).

Separately it is worth noting the wide-ranging cooperation of the university with colleagues from Europe and Great Britain: for example, the master's program was developed together with the world-famous Brighton, which allows its graduates to receive a double diploma indicating both universities. The teaching staff of Wittenborg University consists of professional educators with direct experience in relevant fields: they represent 10 countries of the world, together with students develop and launch their own business projects directly during educational process.

Wittenborg University pupils can live in the most convenient housing option: there is an opportunity to occupy a student house (for 5-6 people) or a dorm room, rent an apartment. All the options are chosen in such a way that the travel time to the educational building is not too long, so that the accommodation is not far from the university.

• Spacebox. These are personal, fully equipped studios within walking distance from the educational building. The 18 square meters allocated for each student include a bedroom, a small living room, a working area, a bathroom and a kitchen.
• The general student house is designed for 5-6 people: there are cozy bedrooms, private bathroom and toilet, shared kitchen and living room.
• The total apartment is offered to 3-5 students: here you can also find a common kitchen, a drawing room and a bathroom, separate bedrooms for pupils.

Cost of living:

• Spacebox: the first 5 months of residence are included in the total price, then from 129 / month;
• Dormitory and common house: The first 5 months of living are included in the total cost, then from 290 (the cost can vary depending on the type of accommodation, comfort and distance from the academic building).

Subject list: business, Business and management, economics, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, logistics, marketing, Master in Education, MBA, Organization of events, sports management, tourism

Almost every week, the institution organizes thematic lectures with invited speakers-specialists in various fields. By visiting them, students will be able to broaden their horizons, learn new facts about the direction they are interested in and talk with experienced professionals. Educational excursions to partner organizations are also conducted on a regular basis, which help students learn more about their careers and provide an opportunity to receive an invitation to an internship.

Leisure on campus is completely subordinated to the interests of students - the main governing community organizes all events: from weekend parties and social activities to graduation parties and New Year's Eve celebrations. Throughout the academic year, students interact with each other, gaining positive experience of communicating with representatives of different countries, broadening their horizons and making useful acquaintances.

• Individual approach to teaching students,
• A research environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure and equipment,
• An international student environment consisting of representatives of 116 countries of the world,
• Dual accreditation: bachelor's and master's degrees,
• National and international accreditation of programs,
• Six admissions and six graduation stages throughout the year,
• There is no strict deadline for applying,
• The admission process takes only 8 weeks,
• Cooperation with the New European College in Germany,
• Two campuses in the Netherlands: in Amsterdam and Apeldoorn.

Dutch Apeldoorn is conveniently located in the heart of Europe, and the university is located near the city railway station: the road to Amsterdam is not more than an hour, and in 5 hours you can reach Berlin, Paris or London. On the basis of the university its own large research center is working: for example, very recently there were conducted large-scale studies on renewable energy sources, their introduction into small and medium-sized businesses.

The school year is divided into half-year. Programs can start in September, February, March. For more information, contact our operator.

Additional fees are specified:

• study materials - from € 350 per year (depending on the chosen program);
• medical Insurance - 250 euros for half a year, 500 euros for a year;
• visa fees and university transfer fee - 650 euro;
• deposit - 900-1500 euros (depending on the chosen program);
• registration of entry documents;
• air travel.

Submission of the application is organized in an online format - this will be the first step to admission. Applicants need to provide the required documents and pay administrative fees, and then confirm their desire to study by responding to an official letter from the admissions committee. Arriving on campus, the new student is accommodated (in the residence or outside it), takes an orientation day and begins training.

The alumni community of the institution has several thousand successful specialists. Most students continue their education or start their career path within six months of graduation.

For admission to undergraduate programs, an applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Diploma of complete secondary education with an evaluation transcript,
• Certificate of English proficiency: IELTS from 6.0 or equivalent TOEFL / TOEIC,
• Personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit.

Future masters for enrollment must provide:

• Bachelor's degree in a related specialization,
• Certificate confirming the level of English: IELTS from 6.5 or equivalent,
• Three years of work experience (only for Business Administration programs),
• Personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit.

Those wishing to study at the doctoral program must meet the requirements:

• Master's degree or MBA,
• At least five years of experience, including in a managerial position,
• Age - from 25 years,
• Proficiency in English is not lower than IELTS 6.5,
• Citizenship or residence permit in the EU.

The Summer School has compiled the following criteria for the selection of students:

• Registration letter of admission from the current school/university,
• High school/university transcript showing a minimum level of English of 6.0,
• A copy of the passport data page,
• Introductory letter (no more than 300 words),
• Parental consent form if the applicant is under 18 years old.

You need to apply for training during the summer holidays 6-8 weeks before the expected start of the course.

The university provides a variety of options for financial support and scholarship awards. Some of them are:

• Dutch scholarship: ten awards worth 5000 € for new potentially successful students,
• Orange Tulip Scholarships for students from China, Indonesia, Russia, Brazil, Vietnam, Korea, Mexico,
• Ten MBA scholarships (5000 € each) for students of the Business Administration program.

Financial support is provided to students in difficult life situations, it is a discount on tuition fees and is not paid in monetary terms.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision