Step 1: Preparing documents
Before you apply for a bachelor programme at the University of Twente, it is recommended to check whether you meet the following general criteria (can be different for some bachelor programmes, for example ATLAS and CREATE)
· |
The academic year starts 1 September. Are you applying before the application deadlines? |
· |
Did you provide us with a School Leaving Certificate equivalent to the Dutch vwo-diploma dated |
before 1 September ?
· |
Have you checked our information about tuition fees, scholarships and cost of living? |
· |
Do you meet the Language requirements ? |
· |
Have you send certified copies of the following documents: |
o |
School Leaving Certificate and grade list |
o |
Translation of the School Leaving Certificate in Dutch, English or German (if applicable) |
o |
IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge certificate (if applicable) |
o |
NT2-II or CNaVT certificate (if applicable) |
o |
Birth Certificate, Passport or International ID-card |
Step 2: Online application
Create an account and apply for a bachelor programme:
If you meet the criteria you can fill out the online application via www.utwente.studielink.nl During this online application you have to create an account. After filling out all your details, you will receive an email from Studielink to confirm your account. In this email your Student Number is given to you. This Student Number is very important, therefore we ask you to mention this number in all communication with the University of Twente. Please bear in mind that during the summer months activation of your account in Studielink might take up to 72 hours.
*All correspondence will go through Studielink or your private email. Please make sure to check your account and mailbox regularly.
Bachelor Entrance Acceptance Form
After you have been (provisionally) admitted to one of the bachelor programmes you will receive an email from the Admission Office with included the admission letter and the Bachelor Entrance Acceptance Form (BEAF). By filling out and returning this form (mandatory) you confirm that you intend to study at the University of Twente. As soon as the Admission Office has received the BEAF, all the registration procedures will start.
Certified* copies of your documents
For the enrollment at the University of Twente the Admission Office needs to have certified copies of your School Leaving Certificate/Diploma (Please note: the graduation date on the document needs to be before September 1), grade lists and, if applicable, a translation and the results of an English or Dutch Language certificate. You need to send these documents to the Admission Office by regular post to the following address:
University of Twente
Admission Office – Vrijhof 236
P.O. Box 217
7500 AE Enschede
The Netherlands
If you would like to send your documents by express or courier service, please send to:
University of Twente
Admission Office – Vrijhof 236
Drienerlolaan 5
7522 NB Enschede
The Netherlands
Please note: All documents submitted become property of the University of Twente and will not be returned to you.
Step 3: Visa & Housing
VISA and / residence permit application
Admitted UT students are assisted with arranging visa formalities by International Office. Students cannot apply for a visa themselves; all international Bachelor students requiring visa or residence permit will be contacted by International Office and assisted with all visa procedures.
For more information about visa requirements, visa procedures, deadlines and frequently asked questions please visit the webpage for international students.
Housing application
International Office assists international students in finding accommodation by coordinating supply and demand. For further information about housing application procedures , general conditions and types of accommodation please visit the webpage for international students.
If you have started all the steps above, you can also start the preparation for your arrival in the Netherlands. On the following website you can find information about;
Health insurance, Dutch bank account, pick-up services and more:
www.utwente.nl/internationalstudents
Flights:
www.worldticketcenter.nl/flighttickets
Public transport (train):
International student organization:
Step 4: Preparation
HEALTH & LIABILITY INSURANCE
All international students staying in the Netherlands are required by Dutch law to have health- and liability insurance. International Office can help you arrange a complete insurance package covering most health and liability costs during the introduction day for international students. For more information visit the webpage for international students.
Arranging Health and Liability insurance
|
PREPARING FOR STUDY AT THE UT
Many things in the Netherlands may be different from your home country, like climate, traffic, food, clothes and religion. To help you prepare for your UT study experience, we have created a website where you can find video-interviews with international UT students. These videos focus on the experiences of international students with Dutch (academic) culture. The website also contains practical tips that may help you form a better idea of what to expect from Dutch (academic) culture. When you think you are ready for the UT, we invite you to take our online quiz and find out! Follow the link below to find the video-interviews, practical tips and quiz.
Preparing for study at the UT (video-interviews, practical tips and quiz)
Join your fellow students on facebook!
|
ABOUT CAMPUS LIFE
· |
There are many International Student Associations at the UT of which Erasmus Student Network (ESN) Twente is dedicated especially to Exchange students. |
· |
For more information about sports, culture, and campus facilities please visit www.utwente.nl/internationalstudents/campuslife. |
|
Transportation: Flights & Trains
Flights:
· |
· |
· |
Public transport (train):
· |
· |
Step 5: Arrival and Final Registration
ARRIVAL AND KICK-IN INTRODUCTION PERIOD
You must arrive at the University of Twente in time for the start of your courses or project.
The UT organizes an introduction period for new (international) students before the start of every Fall and Spring semester called Kick-In. During these days you will meet your fellow students and get to know Enschede and the UT campus. The UT will also help you arrange formalities like formal university registration and first steps towards registration at the municipality of Enschede. You will be invited to participate in the introduction days for international students by email. For more information please visit the Kick-In website.
If you have not provided certified copies of your Bachelor Degree Certificate, final transcript, translation and English Certificate yet, please make sure you hand them in at the formality market.
Please note that your attendance to the introduction days is mandatory. Not attending the introduction days will delay the completion of formalities needed to properly start your studies. |
|
FORMALITIES UPON ARRIVAL
Students attending the introduction days for international students will be guided through all necessary formalities. If you did not participate in the introduction days you will have to arrange all formalities by yourself upon arrival. To make sure you complete all necessary formalities, please visit International Office to receive a checklist. This includes (but is not limited to):
· |
Did you already upload your picture in Osiris student for your student card? |
· |
Register at the municipality of Enschede/Hengelo |
· |
Arrange your residence permit (if applicable) |
|
CONTACT INFORMATION & LINKS
· |
International Students Home Page: for International Office contact information, questions about application procedures, registration, practical information, visa, housing and other facilities. |
