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The Nuffic glossary for Dutch-English terms unfortunately has been taken offline.
| Dutch | English |
|---|---|
| aanbesteding | tender |
| aankomende student | prospective student |
| aanloopschaal | preliminary salary scale |
| aanmelding | application |
| aanmeldingscijfers | admission figures |
| aanmeldingsformulier | application form |
| aannemen van werknemers (zelfst. nw) | staff recruitment |
| aanschouwelijk onderwijs | resource-based learning |
| aansluiting | 1. (afstemming) alignment; 2. (overgang) transition |
| aanspraak hebben op | to be entitled to |
| aansprakelijkheidsverzekering | liability insurance; third-party insurance |
| aanspreektitel | title |
| aanstelling | appointment |
| aanstellingsbrief | letter of appointment |
| aanstellingsomvang | contract hours |
| aanstellingstermijn | period of appointment |
| aantekening | note |
| aanvangsmodule | initial module |
| aanvangsniveau | initial achievement level |
| aanvraag van ISBN en DOI | application for an ISBN and a DOI |
| aanvraag van TLS-certificaten | request TLS certificates |
| aanvraag | 1. (meest mondeling) request; 2. (meest schriftelijk) application |
| aanvraagformulier | application form |
| aanvragen | to request; to apply for |
| aanvullende opleiding | additional course |
| aanvullende studie | postgraduate additional course |
| aanvullende verzekering | additional insurance; supplementary insurance |
| aanwezig | present |
| ABP - Algemeen Burgerlijk Pensioenfonds | ABP pension fund |
| ABR - Algemene Bedrijfsreserve | general operating reserves |
| absentielijst | attendance register |
| academicus | 1. (afgestudeerde) graduate; 2. (werkzaam aan een universiteit) academic |
| academisch jaar | academic year |
| academisch onderwijs | academic education |
| academische graad | university degree |
| academische raad | university council |
| academische vorming | academic training |
| Acasa Studentenhuisvesting | Acasa student housing |
| accreditatie | accreditation |
| achternaam | last name; family name; surname |
| ACO - Adviescommissie Onderwijsaanbod | Advisory Committee on the Provision of Study Programmes |
| actieonderzoek | action research |
| activisme | student activism |
| activiteitenprogramma | programme of (extracurricular) activities |
| administrateur | administrator |
| administratiekosten | administration fees |
| adreswijziging | change of address |
| advanced technology (vakgroep) | advanced technology (department) |
| advertentie | advertisement |
| adviescommissie | advisory committee |
| adviesorgaan | advisory board |
| adviesorganisatie | consultancy organisation; advisory organisation |
| afdeling | department |
| afdelingshoofd | head of department |
| afgestudeerde | graduate |
| afhaken | to drop out |
| afhaker | dropout |
| afkijken | to cheat; to copy |
| afsluitend tentamen/examen | final examination; final exam |
| afsluitende toets | final test |
| afsluiting | completion |
| afstandsonderwijs | remote learning |
| afstudeerbegeleiding | supervision of a thesis; supervision of a final project |
| afstudeerdatum | date of graduation |
| afstudeeropdracht | thesis; final project |
| afstudeerproject | thesis; final project |
| afstudeerrichting | specialisation |
| afstudeerverzoek | graduation application |
| afstuderen | to graduate |
| afwezigheid | absence |
| afwijkende arbeidstijd | irregular working hours |
| afwijzen | to reject |
| AIO - Assistent in Opleiding | PhD candidate |
| AKI ArtEZ Academie voor Art & Design | AKI ArtEZ Academy of Art & Design |
| akte | certificate |
| AKW - Algemene Kinderbijslagwet | General Child Benefit Act |
| algebra, discrete wiskunde, analyse en meetkunde | algebra, discrete mathematics, analysis and geometry |
| algemeen verplicht deel | compulsory core subjects |
| allochtone studenten | international students |
| alumni | alumni |
| Alumnibureau | Alumni Office |
| alumnikring | alumni chapter |
| alumnus | alumnus |
| AM - Toegepaste Mechanica | AM - Applied Mechanics |
| amanuensis | laboratory assistant |
| ambtelijk secretaris | official secretary; administrative secretary |
| ambtsjubileum | service anniversary |
| amfitheater | amphitheatre |
| AMK - Anorganische Materiaalkunde | IMS - Inorganic Materials Science |
| anderstalige | non-native speaker; foreign speaker |
| andragogiek | andragogy; adult educational theory |
| antecendentenonderzoek | background check |
| antwoordblad | answer sheet |
| antwoordformulier | answer form; reply form |
| AO - Admissions Office (Bureau Inschrijvingen) | AO - Admissions Office |
| APM - Arbeidspatroon Medewerkers | APM - Employee working patterns |
| arbeidsbureau | employment service |
| arbeidsmarkt | labour market |
| arbeidsomstandigheden | working conditions |
| arbeidsongeschiktheid | incapacity to work |
| arbeidsovereenkomst | employment contract |
| arbeidsplaats | job; position |
| arbeidstijdverkorting | reduction of working hours |
| arbeidsveld | field of activity |
| arbeidsverleden | employment history |
| arbeidsverzuim | absenteeism |
| arbeidsvoorwaarden | terms of employment |
| arbo en bedrijfsgezondheid | occupational health and safety |
| Arbodienst | Occupational Health and Safety Service |
| Arbowet/Arbeidsomstandighedenwet | Occupational Health and Safety Act |
| archief | archive |
| ArtEZ Conservatorium | ArtEZ Academy of Music |
| artikel | article |
| audiovisuele groepsruimte | audiovisual common room |
| audiovisuele middelen (av-middelen) | audiovisual aids |
| auditor; toehoorder | non-matriculated student |
| auteur | author |
| auteursrechtenvoorbehoud | copyright notice |
| Auteurswet | Copyright Act |
| autochtoon | indigenous citizen |
| autodidactisch leren | independent learning |
| avondcursus | evening course |
| avondopleiding | evening classes |
| AW - Ambtenarenwet | Central and Local Government Personnel Act |
| baan | job; position |
| bachelor-/masteropdracht | final bachelor’s/master’s assignment |
| bachelor | 1. (algemeen) bachelor's degree (BSc; BE; BA); 2. (op UT-websites) bachelor's |
| bacheloropleiding | bachelor's study programme |
| bachelorstelsel | bachelor’s degree system |
| balie | front desk; reception |
| BaMa - bachelor-masterstelsel | BaMa - bachelor/master degree system |
| banenmarkt | careers fair; job fair |
| baret (bij toga) | cap |
| basisberoepsopleiding | basic vocational training; initial vocational training |
| basiscursus | basic course; elementary course |
| basisfase | initial phase |
| basisonderwijs | primary education |
| basisschool | primary school |
| basistoelage | basic allowance |
| basisvak | basic subject |
| BBR - Beheers- en bestuursreglement | executive and management regulations |
| BCS - Betaling collegegeld | payment of tuition fees |
| BE - Biomechanical Engineering | BE - Biomechanical Engineering |
| beamer | beamer; digital projector |
| becijferen | to mark; to grade |
| bedenking | objection |
| bedrijfsgerichte kinderopvang | company childcare scheme |
| bedrijfskunde | business administration |
| bedrijfsleven en overheden | local authorities and business communities |
| bedrijfsleven | corporate life |
| bedrijfsmaatschappelijk werker | social worker |
| bedrijfsplan | operational plan |
| bedrijfstak | industrial sector |
| bedrijfsvoering | operational management |
| bedrijfswetenschappen | business administration |
| beeldende kunst en vormgeving | visual arts and design |
| beeldscherm | screen |
| begaafd | talented |
| begane grond | ground floor |
| begeleid zelfstandig leren | guided independent learning |
| begeleiden | 1. ( leerlingen) to guide; 2. ( stagiaires) to supervise; 3. (in het hoger onderwijs) to supervise |
| begeleider | supervisor; adviser |
| beginnerscursus | introductory course |
| beginniveau | entry level |
| beginvoorwaarden | prerequisites; initial conditions |
| begrip | 1. (het begrijpen) understanding; 2. (concept) concept |
| begripsanalyse | concept analysis |
| begripsmatige kennis | conceptual knowledge |
| behandelen | (leerstof) to deal with; to teach |
| beheerder | 1. (bewindvoering) administrator; 2. (exploitatie) supervisor; manager |
| beheers- en bestuurstaak | administrative and managerial duty |
| beheerseenheid | administrative unit |
| beheersing | (leerstof) command; mastery |
| beheersingsleren | mastery learning; advanced learning |
| beheersingsniveau | mastery level; advanced level |
| beheertechnicus | operations engineer |
| behoeften | needs |
| bekostigen | to fund; to finance |
| bekostiging | funding |
| bekostigingsmodel | funding formula; funding model |
| bekostigingsstelsel | funding system |
| bekostigingsvoorwaarde | funding condition |
| bekwaamheid/-heden | competence(s); ability/-ies; skill(s) |
| Belastingdienst | Tax and Customs Administration |
| belastingvrije vergoeding | tax-free reimbursement |
| beleidsadviescommissie | policy advice committee |
| beleidsdirecteur | policy director |
| beleidsgericht onderzoek | policy-oriented research |
| beleidsmedewerker | policy officer |
| beleidsondersteuning | 1. (de ondersteuning) policy support; 2. (het ondersteunen) university management support |
| beleidsplan | policy plan |
| beleidsruimte | policy area; scope for policy planning |
| beloning | remuneration; incentive |
| beloningssysteem | remuneration system |
| Benelux Unie | Benelux Union |
| benoeming | appointment |
| beoordelaar | assessor; examiner |
| beoordelen | to assess; to mark |
| beoordeling | (algemeen) assessment; (cijfer) mark; grade |
| beoordelingsgesprek | assessment interview; performance appraisal |
| beoordelingsschaal | assessment scale |
| beoordelingsstelsel | assessment system |
| beperking (persoon met een) | disability (person with a) |
| beperkt | limited |
| berekenen | to calculate |
| beroep | 1. (functie) occupation; profession; 2. (verzoek) appeal |
| beroepenvoorlichting | career guidance |
| beroepsgang | appeals procedure |
| beroepsgroep | professional group; occupational group |
| beroepsmogelijkheid | 1. (functie) employment opportunities; 2. (verzoek) right of appeal |
| beroepsonderwijs (hoger) | higher vocational education; applied sciences |
| beroepsonderwijs (lager) | elementary vocational education |
| beroepsonderwijs (middelbaar) | secondary vocational education |
| beroepspraktijkovereenkomst | practical training agreement |
| beroepsprocedure | appeals procedure |
| beroepsprofiel | job profile |
| beschikbaar | available |
| bestand | 1. (computertechnisch) file; 2. (verzameling gegevens) database |
| bestelling | order; purchase order |
| bestelnummer | order number |
| bestuur en beleid | administration and policy |
| bestuurlijke agenda | administrative agenda |
| bestuurlijke organisatie | management organisation |
| bestuurskunde | public administration |
| Bestuursondersteuning van het College van Bestuur | Support Office of the Executive Board |
| bestuursorgaan | administrative body; management body |
| betaalwijze | payment method |
| betaling in termijnen | payment in instalments |
| betaling in één keer | single payment; lump sum payment |
| beurs | 1. (algemeen) grant; 2. (individueel) scholarship; 3. (evenement) education fair |
| beursgerechtigden | those entitled to a grant |
| bevoegdheid | 1. (kwalificatie) qualification; 2. (bevoegdheid) authorisation |
| bevoegdheidseisen | qualification requirements |
| bevoegdheidsgraad | seniority |
| bevordering | promotion |
| Bevrijdingsdag (5 mei) | Liberation Day (5 May) |
| bewaken | to monitor |
| bewaren | to save |
| bewijs van betaling | proof of payment |
| bewijs van inschrijving | proof of enrolment |
| bewijs van rechtmatig verblijf | residence permit; proof of lawful residence |
| bewijs van toelating | proof of admission |
| bewijsstuk | certificate; proof |
| bezoekadres | physical address; visitor address |
| bezwaar en beroep | objections and appeals |
| bezwaar | formal objection |
| bezwaarschrift | notice of objection |
| bezwarenregeling | objection procedure |
| beëindiging van inschrijving | termination of enrolment |
| BHV - bedrijfshulpverlening | emergency assistance |
| BHV'er - bedrijfshulpverlener | emergency response officer |
| bijbaan | side job |
| bijlage | 1. (bij een document) appendix; supplement; 2. (bij e-mail) attachment |
| bijles | extra lessons |
| bijvak | minor subject |
| bijvakstudent | 1. (UK) subsidiary student; 2. (USA) minor |
| bijverdiensten | additional income |
| bijzitter | (bij tentamens) external examiner |
| bijzonder hoogleraar | endowed professor |
| bijzondere functie | special position |
| bijzondere leerstoel | endowed chair |
| bindingspremie | staff retention bonus |
| bio-informatica | bioinformatics |
| biomedische materiaaltechnologie/-kunde | biomedical materials engineering |
| BIT - Bedrijfsinformatietechnologie | BIT - Business Information Technology |
| bloemlezing | anthology |
| blok; module | module |
| blokboek | course book |
| blokcoördinator | course co-ordinator |
| Blokhutten | Log Cabins |
| blokletters | block letters |
| blokperiode | course period |
| bloktoets | course examination |
| blokuur | double period |
| BMS - Faculteit voor Behavioural, Management en Social Sciences | BMS - Faculty of Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| BMT - Biomedische Technologie | BMT - Biomedical Technology |
| BMW - Biomedische Werktuigbouwkunde | BME - Biomedical Engineering |
| boekenkar | book trolley |
| boekenkast | bookcase |
| boekenkrat | book crate |
| boekenlijst | reading list |
| boekenplank | bookshelf |
| Boekhandel Broekhuis | Broekhuis Bookshop |
| boekjaar | financial year |
| boeknummer | call number |
| boete | fine; penalty |
| borrel | 1. (drankje) drink; 2. (gelegenheid) get-together |
| bouwaanvraag | building permit application |
| bovengemiddeld functioneren | above-average performance |
| BOZ - Bureau Onderwijszaken | Office for Educational Affairs |
| brevet | certificate; licence |
| BRP - Basisregistratie Personen | BRP - Personal Records Database |
| brugdag | compulsory holiday |
| bruto | gross |
| BSA - bindend studieadvies | binding education recommendation |
| BSN - burgerservicenummer | social security number |
| budgetnummer | code; reference number |
| buitengewoon hoogleraar | professor by special appointment |
| buitengewoon verlof | special leave |
| buitenlands diploma | foreign diploma |
| buitenlands verblijf | 1. (algemeen) stay abroad; 2 (studie) studies abroad |
| buitenlandse student | international student |
| buitenlandse vooropleiding | foreign pre-university education |
| buitenlandse werknemer | foreign employee |
| buitenuniversitaire activiteiten | extracurricular activities |
| bul | degree certificate |
| bulletin | announcement |
| buluitreiking | graduation ceremony |
| Burgerlijk Wetboek | Civil Code |
| burgerlijke staat | marital status |
| burgerlijke stand van de gemeente | 1. (UK) Registry Office; 2. (USA) Records Office |
| BZ - Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken | Ministry of Foreign Affairs |
| calamiteitenverlof | emergency leave |
| CAO - Collectieve ArbeidsOvereenkomst | CAO - Collective Labour Agreement |
| CAO-NU - Collectieve ArbeidsOvereenkomst Nederlandse Universiteiten | CAO - Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities |
| carrièreperspectief | career prospects |
| CAT - CongresAssociatie Twente | CAT - Conference Association of Twente |
| catalogus | catalogue |
| CBE - College van Beroep voor de Examens | Board of Appeal for Examinations |
| cd-rom | CD-ROM |
| CEF - Gemeenschappelijk Europees Referentiekader | CEF - Common European Framework |
| CELT - Centre of Expertise in Learning and Teaching | CELT - Centre of Expertise in Learning and Teaching |
| centraal afvalstoffendepot | central refuse storage |
| centrale directie | central management team |
| centrale goederenontvangst | main delivery address |
| centrale stimuleringsmiddelen | central incentive funds |
| certificaat | certificate |
| certificering | certification |
| cesuur | cut-off-point; cut-off-score |
| CFM - Campus and Facility Management (Facilitair Bedrijf) | CFM - Campus and Facility Management |
| CHE - Scheikundige Technologie | CHE - Chemical Engineering |
| chemische analyse | chemical analysis |
| chemische fysica | chemical physics |
chemische technologie | chemical engineering |
| CHEPS - Centrum voor Studies voor het Hoger-Onderwijsbeleid | CHEPS - Centre for Higher Education Policy Studies |
| cijfergemiddelde | mark average; grade average |
| cijfer | mark; grade |
| CIPV - Centrum voor Integrale Productievernieuwing | Centre for Integrated Manufacturing and Development |
| CiT - Civiele Techniek | Civil Engineering |
| classificatiesysteem | classification system |
| cleanroom | cleanroom |
| CME - Constructing Management & Engineering | CME - Constructing Management & Engineering |
| CMP - Condensed Matter Physics | CMP - Condensed Matter Physics |
| co-schappen | medical internships |
| cognitieve psychologie en ergonomie | cognitive psychology and ergonomics |
| cohort | cohort |
| collectieve sluitingsdagen | collective compulsory holidays |
| collectieve ziektekostenverzekering | collective health insurance |
| collega | colleague |
| College van Beroep voor het Hoger Onderwijs | Board of Appeal for Higher Education |
| college- en examengelden | tuition and examination fees |
| college/commissie van beroep | board of appeal for examinations |
| collegedictaat | lecture notes |
| collegegeldtarief (wettelijk) | statutory tution fees |
| collegegeld | tuition fees |
| collegejaar | academic year |
| collegekaart | student identity card; student ID |
| collegeldvergoeding | refund of tuition fees |
| college | lecture; class |
| collegevrij | no lectures |
| collegezaal | 1. (klein) lecture room; 2. (groot) lecture hall |
| collegiale toetsing | peer review |
| colloquium doctum | entrance examination |
| colloquium-doctumbeschikking | special entrance examination certificate |
| colloquium | 1. (algemeen) colloquium; 2. (UT) thesis presentation and defence |
| colofon | colophon |
| commerciële dienstverlening | commercial services |
| commissie voor geschillen | arbitration board |
| communicatie (public relations) | public relations |
| communicatiemedewerker | communications officer |
| communicatiewetenschap | communication studies |
| compendium | compendium |
| competentie | competence |
| computationele natuurkunde | computational physics |
| computerruimte | computer room |
| conciërge | caretaker |
| conferentie | conference |
| confessioneel | (onderwijs) denominational |
| conflictbemiddeling | conflict mediation |
| congres | conference; international congress |
| conservatorium | music conservatory |
| construction management and engineering | construction management and engineering |
| consulent | consultant |
| contactuur | contact hour |
| contractactiviteiten | contract activities |
| contract | contract |
| contractonderwijs | contract teaching |
| contractonderzoek | contract research |
| correctiesleutel | answer key |
| correctiewerk | marking |
| corrigeren | (tentamens) to correct; to mark; to grade |
| CPO - Commissie Persoonlijke Omstandigheden | Committee for Personal Circumstances |
| CROHO - Centraal Register Opleidingen in het Hoger Onderwijs | CROHO - Central Register of Higher Education Programmes |
| CSE - Chemical Science and Engineering | CSE - Chemical Science and Engineering |
| CSTM - Centrum voor Schone Technologie en Milieubeleid | CSTM - Department of Governance and Technology for Sustainability |
| CTW - Construerende Technische Wetenschappen | ET - Engineering Technology |
| Cultuurcentrum Vrijhof | Cultural Centre Vrijhof |
| cultuurfilosofie van de techniek | cultural philosophy of technology |
| cum laude | cum laude; with distinction; with honours |
| curriculum | curriculum |
| curriculumtechnologie | curriculum technology |
| cursist | course participant; student |
| cursorisch onderwijs | part-time educational programme |
| cursusaanbod | available courses |
| cursusboek | coursebook |
| cursus | course |
| cursusduur | course duration; length of course |
| cursusgeld | course fee |
| cursusinhoud | course content |
| cursusjaar | academic year |
| cursusmateriaal | course material |
| cursusontwerp | course design |
| cursusontwikkeling | course development |
| cursusopbouw | course structure |
| cursusruimte | classroom |
| CV - curriculum vitae | CV - curriculum vitae |
| CvB - College van Bestuur | Executive Board |
| CvD - College van Decanen | Board of Deans |
| dagelijks bestuur | executive board |
| dagen waarop werkzaam | work days |
| dagopvang | childcare |
| DANS - Data Archiving and Networked Services | DANS - Data Archiving and Networked Services |
| datum van publicatie | date of publication |
| decaan | 1. (hoofd faculteit) dean; 2. (raadgever) counsellor |
| decentrale bestuurseenheid | decentralised operational unit |
| declaratieformulier | expenses claim form |
| declaratie | statement of expenses |
| declaratiestelsel | reimbursement system |
| deelcertificaat | subject certificate |
| deelcursus | partial course |
| deelkwalificatie | partial qualification |
| deelrubriek | subcategory |
| deeltijdarbeid | part-time position |
| deeltijdcollegegeld | part-time tuition fee |
| deeltijdopleiding | part-time programme |
| deeltijd | part-time |
| deeltijdstudent | part-time student |
| deeltijdwerk | part-time work |
| deeltitel | (boek) volume |
| deelvaardigheid | component skill |
| deelvaardigheidstraining | training in component skills |
| deelvraag | sub-question |
| deficiënt diploma | inadequate qualification |
| depot | closed stacks |
| derde geldstroom | commercial funding |
| deregulering | deregulation |
| deskundigheidsbevordering | professional development |
| detachering | secondment |
| diagnosticerend onderwijs | diagnostic teaching |
| diagnostische toets | diagnostic test |
| dictaat | lecture notes |
| didactiek | teaching method; pedagogy |
| didactisch handelen (zelfst. nw) | teaching strategy |
| didactische werkvorm | teaching method |
| dienstensector | service industry |
| diensten | service departments |
| dienstjaren | years of service |
| dienstopdracht | practical assignment |
| dienstraad | service council |
| dienstreis | business trip |
| dienstverband | appointment; employment |
| digibeet | digitally illiterate |
| digitale bibliotheek | digital library |
| diploma | 1. (getuigschrift) certificate; 2. (bevoegdheid) qualification |
| diplomarendement | pass rate |
| diplomatermijn | degree period |
| diplomawaardering | evaluation of qualifications |
| directeur bedrijfsvoering | director of operations; managing director |
| directeur | 1. (onderwijs) principal; 2. (elders) director; manager |
| directie | management team |
| directiestatuut | management regulations |
| DISC - Dutch Institute of Systems and Control | DISC - Dutch Institute of Systems and Control |
| dissertatie | doctoral thesis |
| doceerstijl | teaching style |
| docentonafhankelijk leren (zelfst nw) | independent learning |
| docentprofessionalisering | professional development for teaching staff |
| docent | teacher; lecturer |
| docerend personeel | teaching staff |
| doceren | to teach |
| doctoraal (tot en met het academisch jaar 2005-2006) | master’s degree |
| doctoraalbul (tot en met het academisch jaar 2005-2006) | master’s diploma |
| doctoraalexamen (tot en met het academisch jaar 2005-2006) | master’s examination |
| doctoraalprogramma (tot en met het academisch jaar 2005-2006) | master’s programme |
| doctoraalscriptie (tot en met het academisch jaar 2005-2006) | master’s thesis |
| doctoraat | doctorate (PhD) |
| doctorandus (tot en met het academisch jaar 2005-2006) | master graduate (MSc; MA; MBA) |
| doctorsgraad | doctoral degree (PhD) |
| doelopdracht | practical assignment |
| doelstelling | objective |
| doeltreffendheid | effectiveness |
| doeluitkering | special-purpose grant |
| doorbetaling van salaris | continued payment of salary |
| doorleren | to continue one's education |
| doorstromingsprobleem | transfer problem; transfer issue |
| doorstroming | transfer |
| doorstroomeis | transfer requirement |
| doorstroomminor | transfer minor |
| doorstroommogelijkheid | transfer opportunity |
| doorstroomprofiel | education profile |
| doorstroomprogramma | transfer programme |
| dossiervorming | documentation |
| doubleren | to repeat a year |
| DPM - Design, Production and Management | DPM - Design, Production and Management |
| draagvlak | support |
| draaideur | revolving door |
| Drebbel Institute for Mechatronics | Drebbel Institute for Mechatronics |
| drs (Achternaam) | 1. (exact/sociaal) Last name MSc; 2. (letteren) Last name MA; 3. (bedrijfskunde) Last name MBA |
| DSI - Digital Society Institute | DSI - Digital Society Institute |
| duaal collegegeld | tuition fee for conjoint degree course |
| dubbelklikken | to double-click |
| DUO - Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs (voorheen IBG) | DUO - Education Executive Agency |
| duobaan | job sharing |
| dyslectisch | dyslexic |
| dyslexie | dyslexia |
| e-mailadres | email address |
| ECTS - Europees puntenoverdrachtsysteem | ECTS - European Credit Transfer System |
| ECTS-punten | ECTS credits |
| ECVET - Europees puntenoverdrachtsysteem voor beroepsonderwijs en training | ECVET - European Credit system for Vocational Education and Training |
| EDE - Educational Design and Effectiveness | EDE - Educational Design and Effectiveness |
| educatief bestel | education system |
| educatief verlof | study leave |
| educatief | educational |
| educatieve programmatuur | educational software |
| eenheid | unit |
| eenmalig | one-off |
| eentalig | monolingual |
| EER - Europese Economische Ruimte | EEA - European Economic Area |
| eerste fase | undergraduate level |
| eerste geldstroom | direct government funding |
| eerste inschrijving | first-year enrolment |
| Eerste Kerstdag | Christmas Day |
| Eerste Paasdag | Easter Sunday |
| Eerste Pinksterdag | Whit Sunday |
| eerste taal | first language |
| eerstegraads lerarenopleiding | postgraduate teacher training |
| eerstejaarsstudent | first-year student |
| EFD - Technische Stromingsleer | EFD - Engineering Fluid Dynamics |
| effectonderzoek | impact research |
| EFSM - Engineering of Fibrous Smart Materials | EFSM - Engineering of Fibrous Smart Materials |
| EG - Europese Gemeenschappen | EC - European Communities |
| eigen inkomen | personal income |
| eindcijfer | final mark/grade |
| einddatum | termination date |
| eindejaarsuitkering | end-of-year bonus |
| eindexamencijferlijst | transcript of final exam results |
| eindfunctie | final position |
| eindschaal | final salary scale |
| eindtermen | attainment targets; programme aims |
| eindtoets | final test |
| eisen van bekwaamheid | competency standards for staff |
| ELAN-instituut - vakgroep docentontwikkeling | ELAN institute - department of teacher development |
| elektronisch naslagwerk | electronic reference material |
| elektronisch tijdschrift | electronic journal |
| elektronische verkiezingen | electronic elections |
| elektrotechniek | electrical engineering |
| EM - Onderzoeksschool Engineering Mechanics | EM - Research School for Engineering Mechanics |
| emancipatie | equal opportunities |
| en | and (never use & in formal texts) |
| entreevoorwaarden | entry requirements |
| EQF - Europees Kwalificatieraamwerk | EQF- European Qualifications Framework |
| Erasmus Universiteit Rottedam | Erasmus University Rotterdam |
| eredoctoraat | honorary doctorate; honorary doctoral degree |
| ergonomie | ergonomics |
| ergonomisch ontwerpen (zelfst. nw) | ergonomic design |
| ERK - Gemeenschappelijk Europees Referentiekader voor moderne Vreemde Talen | CEF - Common European Framework of Reference for Languages |
| erkende instelling | accredited institution |
| erkend | recognised; accredited |
| erkenningsprocedure | accreditation procedure |
| ervaringsgericht leren (zelfst. nw) | experiential learning |
| EU - Europese Unie | EU - European Union |
| European Studies | European Studies |
| Europese Bestuurskunde | European Public Administration and Policy |
| evaluatie van onderwijsgevenden | teacher appraisal |
| evaluatie | evaluation |
| evaluatieonderzoek | evaluation research |
| EWI - Faculteit voor Elektrotechniek, Wiskunde en Informatica | EEMCS - Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science |
| ex libris | ex-libris |
| examencommissie | examination board |
| exameneisen | examination requirements |
| examen | examination |
| examengeld | examination fee |
| examenprogramma | study programme |
| examinandus | examination candidate |
| examinator | examiner |
| exemplaar | a copy |
| exploitatie-uitkomsten | operational results |
| exploitatiekosten | running costs |
| extraneuscollegegeld | tuition fee for external students |
| extraneus | external student |
| ezelsbrug | mnemonic |
| Facilitair Bedrijf | CFM - Campus and Facility Management |
| Faculteit | Faculty |
| Faculteitsbestuur | Faculty Board |
| Faculteitsbureau | Faculty Office |
| Faculteitsraad | Faculty Council |
| Faculty Club | Faculty Club |
| feestdagen | public holidays |
| FEZ - Financiele en Economische Zaken | FEA - Financial and Economic Affairs |
| FFNT - Female Faculty Network Twente | FFNT - Female Faculty Network Twente |
| fietspad | 1. (stad) cycle lane; 2. (elders) cycle track |
| Fietsregeling | Bicycle Scheme |
| filosofie van wetenschap en techniek | philosophy of sciences and technology |
| FIN - Financiële Afdeling | FIN - Finance Department |
| financiële ondersteuning | financial support |
| financiële steun | sponsorship |
| financiële vaste activa | financial fixed assets |
| financiële wiskunde | financial mathematics |
| financiën | finance |
| fiscaal belastbaar inkomen | taxable income |
| fiscale bijtelling | additional tax |
| FJUT - Formulier Jaargesprek | FJUT - Form for Annual Performance Appraisal |
| flankerend onderwijs | supplementary education |
| flaptekst | blurb |
| flexibele werkduur | flexible work hours |
| forfaitair | fixed |
| formatiebeleid | staff establishment policy |
| formatiecommissie | staffing committee |
| formatieplaats | full-time position |
| formatieplanning | staffing establishment planning |
| formeel leren (zelfst. nw) | formal learning |
| foutenanalyse | error analysis |
| FPU - Flexibel Pensioen en Uittreding | Flexible Pension and Retirement |
| FTE - Full-Time Equivalent | FTE - Full-Time Equivalent |
| functie-eis | job requirement |
| functiebeperking | disability |
| functiebeschrijving | job description |
| functiefamilie | job family |
| functieniveau | job level |
| functieniveaumatrix | job level matrix |
| functieordenen | job classification |
| functieordeningsysteem | job classification system |
| functie | position; job |
| functieprofiel | job profile |
| functieschaal | job scale |
| functietitel | job title |
| functietype | job type |
| functionaris | official |
| functioneringsgesprek | annual performance appraisal |
| functioneringstoelage | bonus |
| fundamenteel onderzoek; zuiver wetenschappelijk onderzoek | basic research; fundamental research |
| fuseren | to merge; to amalgamate |
| fusie | merger |
| fysisch-technische wiskunde | mathematics of physics and technology |
| fysische scheidingen | separation technology |
| gammawetenschappen | social sciences |
| gastcollege | guest lecture |
| gastdocent | guest lecturer |
| gasthoogleraar | visiting professor |
| gastouderopvangbureau | childcare facility |
| gastuniversiteit | host university |
| GBA - Gemeentelijke Basisadministratie | Municipal Administration |
| gebied (wetenschap) | field |
| gebruiker | user |
| gediplomeerd | qualified |
| gedragscode; gedragsregels | code of conduct |
| geen doorgang | no entrance |
| geheimhoudingsplicht | confidentiality |
| gekwalificeerd | qualified |
| geldarrangementen | financial arrangements |
| geldigheidsduur | period of validity |
| geldig | valid |
| gelijke kansen | equal opportunities |
| gemeenschappelijk deel | common core of subjects |
| gemeenschapsonderwijs | community education |
| gemeente | 1. (bestuurlijk) local government; municipality; 2. (grondgebied) city; town |
| geneeskunde en management | medicine and management |
| Geslaagdverklaring | Proof of Graduation Statement |
| geslacht | gender |
| getuigschrift | certificate |
| gevorderdencursus | advanced course |
| gewaarmerkte kopie | certified copy |
| gezondheidswetenschappen | health sciences |
| gezondheidszorg | healthcare |
| GGD - Gemeentelijke Gezondheidsdienst | GGD - Municipal Health Service |
| glossarium | glossary |
| Goede Vrijdag | Good Friday |
| graad | degree |
| gratificatie | bonus |
| HAN - Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen | HAN - University of Applied Sciences in Arnhem and Nijmegen |
| handboek | handbook |
| handelsadresboek | commercial directory |
| handelseditie | commercial edition |
| harde knip | bachelor-before-master rule |
| hardheidsclausule | hardship clause |
| havo - hoger algemeen voortgezet onderwijs | HAVO - senior general secondary education |
| hbo - hoger beroepsonderwijs | HBO - higher professional education |
| HEF - Hoge-EnergieFysica | HEP - High-Energy Physics |
| Hemelvaartsdag | Ascension Day |
| herdruk | reprint |
| herexamen; herkansing | resit |
| herinnering | 1. (algemeen) reminder; 2. (bibliotheek) overdue notice |
| herinschrijfpakket | enrolment package |
| herinschrijving | re-enrolment |
| heroverweging | review |
| herplaatsingskandidaat | transfer candidate |
| herplaatsingsonderzoek | transfer investigation |
| herscholing | retraining |
| herstelmelding | reporting fit for work |
| herstructurering | reorganisation |
| ho - hoger onderwijs | higher education; tertiary education |
| ho-instelling; hoger-onderwijsinstelling | higher education institution; tertiary institution |
| hoge-druklab | high pressure laboratory |
| Hoger Onderwijs Beleid | Higher Education Policy |
| hogeropgeleid | higher educated; tertiary educated |
| hogeschool | university of applied sciences (translation preferred by the Dutch Ministry of Education) |
| hoofd opleidingen | programme director |
| hoofdingang | main entrance |
| hoofdvak | main subject |
| hoogleraar | professor |
| hoorcollege | lecture |
| Housing Office | Housing Office |
| HR - Human Resources | HR - Human Resources |
| Huisartsenpraktijk UT Campus | UT Campus General Practitioners Office |
| huisarts | general practitioner |
| huismeester | caretaker |
| huisnummer | house number |
| huisregels | internal regulations |
| huisvesting | accommodation; housing |
| huisvestingsbeleid | accommodation policy |
| huisvestingskosten | accommodation costs |
| huiswerk | homework |
| hulpverlening | assistance |
| IBL - Interbibliothecair Leenverkeer | ILL - Interlibrary Loan |
| IC-technologie en elektronica | IC Technology and Electronics |
| ICT-profiel (mail-alias) | ICT profile (mail alias) |
| IDE - Industrial Design Engineering | IDE - Industrial Design Engineering |
| identiteitsbewijs | identification |
| IGS - Institute for Governance Studies | IGS - Institute for Governance Studies |
| in werking treden | to take effect |
| inaugurele rede | inaugural speech |
| inburgering | integration of new immigrants |
| indelingscriteria | classification criteria |
| indelingsinstrument | classification tool |
| indelingsregels | classification rules |
| indiensttreding | commencement of employment |
| individueel | individual; one-to-one |
| individuele trajectbegeleiding | individual supervision |
| industriële processen en producten | industrial processes and products |
| industriële vormgeving | industrial design |
| informatica | computer science; information technology |
| informatiebalie | information desk |
| informatiekunde | information science |
| informatiemaatschappij | information society |
| informatiespecialist | information specialist |
| informatiesysteem | information system |
| informatietechnologie en bedrijfskunde | information technology and management |
| informatietechnologie en gezondheidszorg | information technology and health care |
| informeel leren (zelfst. nw) | informal learning |
| infrastructuur | infrastructure |
| ing. (Achternaam) | ir (Last name); (Last name) BSc or BE |
ingang | entrance |
| ingangsdatum | starting date |
| ingenieur (ing.) | Bachelor of Engineering (BE); Bachelor of Science (BSc) |
| ingenieur (ir) | Master of Engineering (ME); Master of Science (MSc) |
| inhoud van het onderwijs | content of education |
| inhoudelijke kennis | subject knowledge |
| inhoudsvaliditeit | content validity |
| initialen | initials |
| inkomensafhankelijke beurs | means-tested student grant |
| inkomsten en uitgaven | income and expenditure |
| inkoop | purchasing |
| inleidende cursus | introductory course |
| inleveren | to return |
| inlichtingen | information |
| inloopuur (spreekuur) | open office hours (no appointment required) |
| inrichting van opleiding | programme design |
| inschaling | grading; salary grade |
| inschrijven | to enrol for a study programme; to register for a course |
| inschrijving | enrolment; registration |
| inschrijvingsbesluit | certificate of enrolment |
| inschrijvingsformulier | 1. (studie) enrolment form ; 2. (cursus) registration form |
| inschrijvingsgeld | 1. (studie) enrolment fee; 2. (cursus) registration fee |
| inschrijvingsregeling | enrolment regulation |
| inspraak | participation |
| instelling | institute |
| instellingsbestuur | institutional administration |
| instellingscollegegeld | institutional tuition fee |
| instemmingsrecht | right of approval |
| instroom in de postpropedeutische fase | intake of second- and third-year students |
| instroom van eerstejaarsstudenten | intake of first-year students |
| instroom | intake |
| instructiemethode | instruction technique |
| instructiestrategie | teaching strategy |
| instructietaal | language of instruction |
| instructietechnologie | instructional technology |
| instrumentatietechnologie | instrumentational technology |
| integrale kwaliteitszorg | total quality management |
| intekenen voor een examen | to register for an examination |
| interdisciplinair | interdisciplinary |
| interfacultair | interfaculty |
| internationale studenten | international students |
| internationalisering | internationalisation |
| internationaliseringsfondsen | internationalisation funds |
| interne kwaliteitszorg | internal quality management |
| intervisie | peer support; one-to-one peer review |
| introductiedag | introduction day |
| invaller | (docent) substitute |
| inventaris en apparatuur | inventory and equipment |
| invoeren | to enter |
| invullen | (formulieren) to fill in; to fill out; to complete |
| inwerkingtreding | 1. (algemeen) ratification; implementation; 2. (EU) commencement |
| ir (Achternaam) | ir (Last name); (Last name) MSc or ME |
| ITC - informatie- en communicatietechnologie | ICT - information and communication technology |
| ITCID - ITC Interne Dienst | ITC Service Desk |
| ITO - IT Infra and Operations | ITO - IT Infra and Operations |
| ITS - Industriële Toepassingen van Supergeleiders | ITS - Industrial Application of Superconductivity |
| jaargesprek | annual performance appraisal |
| jaaropgave afgenomen kinderopvang | annual statement of childcare used |
| jaarplan | annual plan |
| jaarrooster | academic calendar |
| jaarverslag | annual report |
| journalistiek en voorlichting | journalism and public relations |
| jubileum | jubilee |
| kader | framework |
| kaderwet | framework law |
| kalenderjaar | calendar year |
| kalibreren | 1. (technologisch) to calibrate; 2. (bij onderwijsbeoordeling) to moderate |
| kandidaat | candidate |
| kansarm | disadvantaged |
| KAT - keuzemodel arbeidsvoorwaarden | selection model for employment conditions |
| katalytische processen en materialen | catalytic processes and materials |
| kennis van de taal | command of the language |
| kennisgebied | discipline; subject area; field |
| kennismaatschappij | knowledge society |
| kennismakingsprogramma | introductory programme |
| kennismigrant | knowledge migrant |
| Kennisnet | Knowledge Network |
| Kennispark Twente | Kennispark Twente Science and Business |
| kennisvak | subject; discipline |
| kernactiviteit | core activity |
| kerncurriculum | core curriculum |
| kerndeel | core component |
| kerninhoud | core content |
| kerstvakantie | Christmas holiday |
| keuzecursus | optional course |
| keuzedeel | optional subjects |
| keuzemogelijkheid | course option |
| keuzepakket | optional subjects |
| keuzevak | optional subject; elective |
| kinderbijslag | child benefits |
| kinderdagverblijf ‘De Vlinder’ | ‘De Vlinder’ child day-care facility |
| kinderdagverblijf | child day-care facility |
| kinderopvang | childcare |
| klachtencommissie | complaints committee |
| klachtenregeling | complaints procedure |
| klachtrecht | right of complaint |
| klas | class |
| klaslokaal | classroom |
| kluisje | locker |
| KNAW - Koninklijke Nederlandse Academie van Wetenschappen | KNAW - Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences |
| koepelorganisatie | umbrella organisation |
| Koninginnedag (30 april) | Queen's Day (30 April) |
| Koningsdag (27 april) | King’s Day (27 April) |
| koop- en behoudtoelage | staff recruitment and retainment bonus |
| kostenplaats | budget code |
| KPM - Katalytische Processen en Materialen | CPM - Catalytic Processes and Materials |
| KPMG-gebouw | KPMG building |
| krachtige leeromgeving | powerful learning environment |
| kritische zin | critical sense |
| kwalificatie-eisen | qualification requirements |
| kwalificatie | qualification |
| kwalificatiestructuur | qualification system |
| kwaliteitsbeoordeling | quality assessment |
| kwaliteitsbewaking | quality control |
| kwaliteitsstelsel | quality management system |
| kwaliteitszorginstrumenten | quality management tools |
| kwaliteitszorg | quality assurance; quality management |
| kwartiel | quarter; quartile |
| laatste jaar | final year |
| laboratoriumwerk | laboratory work |
| LAC - LaserApplicatieCentrum | LAC - Laser Application Centre |
| land | country |
| landelijke commissie | national committee |
| langstudeerdersmaatregel | study duration reduction |
| laseronderzoek | laser research |
| leeninformatie | loan status |
| leenrecht | loan entitlement |
| leerbedrijf | workplace training company |
| leerbehoeften | learning needs |
| leerboek | textbook |
| leerdoel | 1. (algemeen) learning goal 2. (specifiek) learning objective |
| leerdoelstelling | learning objective |
| leergang | 1. (cursus) course; programme; 2. (lesmethode) teaching method |
| leerinhoud | subject matter |
| leerjaar | academic year |
| leerlijn | course of learning; curricular course |
| leerlingbegeleiding | educational guidance |
| leermiddelen | teaching materials |
| leeropdracht | teaching and research remit |
| leerplancommissie | curriculum committee |
| leerplan | curriculum |
| leerplicht | compulsory education |
| leerprobleem | learning difficulty |
| leerstijl | learning style |
| leerstoel bekleden | to hold a chair |
| leerstoel | chair |
| leerstof | subject matter |
| leerstoornis | learning disability |
| leerstrategie | learning strategy |
| leertechnologie | learning technology |
| leeruitkomst | learning outcome; learning result |
| leervak | academic subject |
| leeshoek | reading corner |
| leeszaal | reading room |
| leiding capaciteitsgroep | head of department |
| leidinggevende functie | management position |
| lenen aan | to lend to |
| lenen van | to borrow from |
| lening | loan |
| leraarskamer | staffroom |
| leraar | teacher |
| lesinhoud | course content |
| leslokaal | classroom |
| lesmateriaal | teaching aids; learning resources |
| lesrooster | timetable |
| lessenaar; lezenaar | lectern |
| lestijdenpakket | teaching period |
| lesuitval | cancellation of lessons |
| lesuur | teaching period |
| levenslang leren | lifelong learning |
| levensloopregeling | life course savings scheme |
| levensvisie | view of life |
| lezing | lecture |
| LF - LaserFysica | LPNO - Laser Physics and Nonlinear Optics |
| lichamelijk beperkt | physically disabled |
| lidmaatschap | membership |
| lift | elevator; lift |
| LISA - Bibliotheek, ICT-services en Archief | LISA - Library, ICT Services and Archive |
| locatie | location |
| logistiek en management | logistics and management |
| lokaal | classroom |
| loonbelasting | wage tax; income tax |
| loonheffing | payroll tax |
| loonkosten | labour costs; wage costs |
| loopbaanadviseur | career adviser |
| loopbaan | career |
| lopende jaargang | current year |
| losbladige publicaties | loose-leaf publications |
| loting | draw |
| lyceum | pre-university secondary school |
| maandsalaris | monthly salary |
| maatwerkcursus | tailor-made course |
| machtiging | authorisation |
| magazijnaanvraag | closed stacks request |
| magazijn | closed stacks |
| magneetstrip | security strip |
| major/minormodel | major/minor model |
| management and media | management and media |
| management van civieltechnische processen | management of civil engineering processes |
| managementteam | management team |
| Marketing & Communicatie | Marketing and Communication |
| marketingcommunicatie en reclame | marketing communication and advertising |
| marktconsultatie | market consultation |
| master | 1. (algemeen) master’s degree (Msc; MA; MBA); 2. (op UT-websites) master's |
| masterclass | masterclass |
| masteropleiding | master's programme |
| masterstelsel | master’s degree structure |
| Materiaalkunde en Technologie van Polymeren | Materials Science and Technology of Polymers (MTP) |
| materiaalkunde | materials science |
| materiaaltechnologie | materials engineering |
| materiële vaste activa | tangible fixed assets |
| mbo - middelbaar beroepsonderwijs | MBO - senior secondary vocational education |
| MCBF - Medische Celbiofysica | MCBP - Medical Cell Biophysics |
| medebeslissingsrecht | right of co-determination |
| mededelingen | proceedings; reports |
| medestudent | fellow student |
| medewerker | employee |
| medewerkers | staff |
| medewerkerswoning | staff accommodation; staff housing |
| medezeggenschap | participation |
| medische verklaring | medical certificate |
| meeloopdag | individual orientation day |
| meerjarenplan | long-term plan |
| meertalig | multilingual |
| meet- en regeltechniek | process engineering |
| membraantechnologie | membrane technology |
| mentor | 1. (van aio) supervisor; 2. (van eerstejaars studenten) adviser |
| MESA+ Instituut voor Nanotechnologie | MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology |
| met lof | cum laude; with distinction; with honours |
| methoden en technieken van sociaalwetenschappelijk onderzoek | social science research methods |
| micro-elektronica, sensoren en actuatoren | micro-electronics, sensors and actuators |
| microsysteem | microsystem |
| middelbare school | secondary school |
| milieugevaarlijke stof | environmentally hazardous substance |
| milieutechnologie | environmental engineering |
| milieuzorg | environmental care |
| MNF - Moleculaire Nanofabricage | MNF - Molecular Nanofabrication |
| mo - middelbaar onderwijs | MO - secondary education |
| mobiliteit (doorstroming ) | mobility |
| Mobility Online | Mobility Online |
| modellering van integrale civiel-technische systemen | integrated modelling |
| modellering | modelling |
| mondeling tentamen/examen | oral examination |
| mondelinge mededeling | verbal announcement |
| mondhygiënist | dental hygienist |
| motivatiebrief | covering letter; letter of application (not: motivation letter) |
| MTO - Membraantechnologie | MST - Membrane Science and Technology |
| multidisciplinair | multidisciplinary |
| multimediaruimte | multimedia room |
| MVV - Machtiging tot Voorlopig Verblijf | Provisional Residence Permit |
| nabestaandenpensioen | surviving dependants pension |
| nanotechnologie | nanotechnology |
| nascholingsplan | professional development plan |
| naschoolse opvang | after-school care |
| naslagwerk | reference material |
| nationaliteit | nationality |
| natuurkunde | physics |
| NCC - Nederlandse Centrale Catalogus | NCC - Netherlands Central Catalogue |
| Nederlands als tweede taal | Dutch as a second language |
| Nederlandse Taalunie | Union for the Dutch Language |
| Nederland | the Netherlands (not: Holland) |
| neveninkomsten | additional income |
| nevenwerkzaamheden | ancillary activities |
| niet aanwezig | not available |
| niet toegestaan | not allowed |
| niet uitleenbaar | (bibliotheekboek) reference-only |
| nieuwbouwlocatie | development location |
| Nieuwjaarsdag | New Year’s Day |
| niveau | level |
| niveauomschrijving | description of level |
| NOB - Nederlandse Onderzoeksschool voor Bestuurskunde | NIG - Netherlands Institute of Government |
| nominale cursusduur | official length of a course |
| noodfonds | emergency fund |
| noodzakelijke voorkennis | required prescience |
| normatieve evaluatie | norm-referenced evaluation |
| normbetrekking | full-time appointment |
| normblad | standard specification |
| nota | memorandum |
| notulen | minutes |
| Novel-T SMART - wetenschapswinkel | Novel-T SMART - science shop |
| numerus fixus | numerus clausus |
| nummer (van een tijdschrift) | issue |
| nummer, oud (van een tijdschrift) | back issue |
| NVAO - Nederlands-Vlaamse accreditatieorganisatie | NVAO - Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders |
| NWO - Nederlandse Organisatie voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek | NWO - Dutch Research Council |
| O&O-plein | O&O Square |
| OBP - Ondersteunend en BeheersPersoneel | OBP - Administrative and Support Staff |
| octrooischrift | patent specification |
| OCW - Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap | OCW - Ministry of Education, Culture and Science |
| oefenen | to practise |
| oefening | exercise |
| OER - Onderwijs- en ExamenRegeling | OER - Education and Examination Regulations |
| offerte | quotation |
| OLC - opleidingscommissie | OLC - study programme committee |
| ombudsfunctionaris | ombudsperson |
| omslag | cover |
| omvang van de aanstelling | (formeel) work hours per week |
| omzettingstabel | conversion table |
| onbetaald verlof | unpaid leave |
| ondergetekende | undersigned |
| onderhoud | maintenance |
| ondernemende universiteit | entrepreneurial university |
| ondernemend | entrepreneurial |
| ondersteunend personeel | support staff |
| ondersteuning | support |
| onderwerpscode | subject code |
| onderwerpsregister | subject index |
| onderwerpsrubrieken | subject categories |
| onderwijs en onderzoek | education and research |
| onderwijs- en onderzoeksondersteuning | education and research support |
| onderwijsassistent | teaching assistant |
| onderwijsblok | course; module |
| onderwijscommissie | education committee |
| onderwijscoördinator | education co-ordinator |
| onderwijs | education |
| onderwijseenheid | study unit |
| onderwijsgroep | tutorial group |
| onderwijskunde | educational science |
| onderwijskundig ontwerpen | educational design |
| onderwijskundige medewerker | educational consultant |
| onderwijskundige meetmethoden en data-analyse | educational measurement and data analysis |
| onderwijskundige | educationalist |
| onderwijsmodel | educational model; teaching model |
| onderwijsondersteuning | educational support |
| onderwijsontwikkeling | educational development |
| onderwijsorganisatie en -management | educational organisation and management |
| onderwijspeil | education level |
| onderwijsrendement | pass rate |
| onderwijssecretariaat | education office |
| onderwijssector | education sector |
| onderwijsstelsel | education system |
| onderwijsstijl | teaching style |
| onderwijstaken | teaching duties |
| onderwijsvernieuwing | educational innovation |
| onderwijsverslag | education report |
| onderwijsvoertaal | language of instruction |
| onderwijsvorm | teaching method |
| onderwijsvraag | demand for education |
| onderzoek | 1. (wetenschappelijk) research; 2. (niet-wetenschappelijk) investigation; inquiry |
| onderzoeker | researcher; research scientist |
| onderzoekprogramma | research programme |
| onderzoeksassistent | research assistant |
| onderzoeksinstelling | research institute |
| onderzoeksmethode | research method |
| onderzoeksplan | research plan |
| onderzoeksschool | research school |
| onderzoeksverlof | sabbatical leave |
| onderzoeksvraag | research question |
| ongehuwd | single |
| ongewenst gedrag | unwanted behaviour |
| ontheffing | exemption |
| ontslaan | 1. (formeel) to dismiss; to terminate employment; 2. (informeel) to fire |
| ontslag | 1. (formeel) dismissal; termination of employment; 2. (informeel) fired |
| ontslaguitkering | redundancy payment; severance payment |
| ontsluiting van de collectie | subject indexing |
| ontwerp en analyse van mechanische structuren | design and analysis of mechanical systems |
| ontwerpen | to design |
| ontwikkeling | development |
| onvoldoende | 1. (zelfst. nw) fail; 2. (bijv. nw) unsatisfactory |
| op maat | tailor-made |
| opdracht | assignment |
| opdrachtbevestiging | order confirmation |
| open opstelling | open stacks |
| open vraag; opstelvraag | essay question |
| openingstijden | opening hours |
| opfriscursus | refresher course |
| opgaaf tegemoetkoming kinderopvang (formulier) | childcare allowance specification form |
| opleider | instructor |
| opleiding van drie jaar | a three-year course |
| opleiding | 1. (instelling) institute; school; 2. (programma) educational programme; degree programme |
| opleidingsbestuur | programme board |
| opleidingscoördinator | programme co-ordinator |
| opleidingsdirecteur | programme director; director of education |
| opleidingsgegevens | educational qualifications |
| opleidingsspecifiek | programme-specific |
| opleidingsvarianten | educational specialisations |
| opnieuw bekijken | to review |
| opnieuw bestuderen | to revise |
| optische technieken | optical sciences |
| OPUT - Overlegorgaan Personeel Universiteit Twente | OPUT - employee participation body at the UT |
| opzeggen | to terminate; to resign; to give notice |
| opzegtermijn | period of notice |
| opzoeken | to look up |
| oratie | inaugural lecture |
| ordemaatregel | disciplinary measure |
| ordernummer | order number |
| OS - Optical Science | OS - Optical Science |
| OSPT - OnderzoeksSchool ProcesTechnologie | OSPT - Process Technology Research School |
| OU - Open Universiteit | OU - Open University |
| ouderdomspensioen | pension |
| oudere jaargang | back volumes |
| ouderschapsverlof | parental leave |
| OV-reisverklaring | public transport travel declaration |
| overgangscursus | bridging course |
| overgangsproblematiek | transitional problems |
| overgangsregeling | transitional arrangement |
| overheidsbesluiten | government decrees |
| overheidspublicatie | government publication |
| overige bijdragen | other contributions |
| overige lasten | other charges |
| overlegcommissie | consultative committee |
| overlegorgaan | consultative body |
| overlegvergadering | discussion-meeting |
| overplaatsing | transfer |
| overschotvak | surplus subject |
| overstappen | to transfer |
| overwerk | overtime |
| Overwerkregistratie | Overtime Registration |
| overwerktoelage | overtime allowance |
| overzicht | digest; overview; summary |
| overzichtsartikel | review article |
| P&O - Personeel en Organisatie | HR - Human Resources Management |
| P&O-adviseur | human resources adviser; human resources officer |
| paginanummer | page number |
| paginaverwijzing | page reference |
| paperback | paperback |
| papieren abonnement | hardcopy subscription |
| papierstoring | paper jam |
| parkeerplaats | car park |
| pauze | break |
| PBM - Polymeerchemie en Biomaterialen | PBM - Polymer Chemistry and Biomaterials |
| pc/pc's | PC/PCs |
| PCF - Fysica van Complexe Vloeistoffen | PCF - Physics of Complex Fluids |
| pedagogiek | pedagogy; educational theory |
| peildatum | reference date |
| peilingonderzoek | survey |
| pensioenpremies | pension contributions |
| penvoerder | chair |
| periodieke salarisverhoging | incremental salary increase |
| personeel | personnel |
| personeelsafdeling | human resources department |
| personeelsbeleid | human resources policy |
| personeelsbeoordeling | assessment interview |
| personeelsconsulent | human resources adviser; human resources officer |
| personeelsraad | staff council |
| personeelsvergadering | staff meeting |
| personeelswerving | staff recruitment |
| persoonsgegevens | personal details |
| perspectiefgarantie (in context over salaris) | guaranteed salary development perspective |
| pgo - Probleemgestuurd Onderwijs | PGO - Problem-Based Learning |
| pinetum | pinery |
| plaats van uitgave | place of publication |
| plaatsing | admission |
| plaatsingscontract | placement contract |
| plaatsvervangend voorzitter | deputy chairperson |
| plagiaat | plagiarism |
| plank | shelf |
| Planning en Controle | Planning and Control |
| plattegrond | 1. (binnenshuis) plan; 2. (buitenshuis) map |
| po - primair onderwijs | PO - primary education |
| POP - Persoonlijk OntwikkelingsPlan | PDP - Personal Development Plan |
| portefeuillehouder bedrijfsvoering | portfolio manager for operations |
| portefeuillehouder onderwijs | portfolio manager for education |
| portefeuillehouder onderzoek | portfolio manager for research |
| portefeuillehouder | portfolio manager |
| portiersloge | reception desk |
| post-academisch onderwijs; postdoctoraal onderwijs | postgraduate education |
| postadres | postal address |
| postcode | 1. (UK) postcode; 2. (USA) zip code |
| postkamer | post room |
| postvak | mailbox |
| practicum | practical |
| praktijkexamen | practical examination |
| premies volksverzekeringen | social security contributions |
| presentiebibliotheek | reference library |
| presentielijst | attendance roll |
| prestatiebeurs | performance-related grant |
| prestatieniveau | achievement level |
| prestatienorm | performance standard |
| pro - praktijkonderwijs | PRO - practical training |
| procescoördinator | process co-ordinator |
| Procesdynamica en -beheersing | Process Dynamics and Control |
| proceskunde | process science |
| procestechnologie en management | process engineering and management |
| procestechnologie | process engineering |
| productie- en ontwerptechniek | production and design engineering |
| productie- en operationeel management | production and operations management |
| proefcollege | trial lecture |
| proefperiode; proeftijd | probationary period; trial period |
| proefproject | pilot project |
| proefschrift | doctoral thesis; PhD thesis; dissertation |
| prof. dr (Achternaam) | Prof. Dr (Last Name) |
| prof. dr ir (Achternaam) | Prof. Dr ir (Last Name) |
| professionalisering | professional development |
| profiel | profile |
| programma | 1. (algemeen) programme; 2. (computerprogramma) program |
| Project- en Bedrijfsbureau | Project and Corporate Office |
| projectleider | project leader |
| projectmanager | project manager |
| projectmatige aanpak | project-based approach |
| projectonderwijs; projectgestuurd onderwijs | project-based education |
| promotie-eis | prerequisite for a doctoral degree |
| promotiecommissie | doctoral degree committee |
| promotie | PhD thesis defence and ceremony; doctoral degree defence and ceremony |
| promotiepremie | governmental bonus for a completed doctorate |
| promovendi | PhD candidates |
| promovendus | PhD candidate |
| promoveren | to obtain a doctoral degree; to obtain a PhD |
| propedeuse | first year/foundation year of a bachelor degree programme |
| propedeutisch hbo-getuigschrift | first-year certificate of higher vocational education |
| propedeutisch mbo-getuigschrift | first-year certificate of senior secondary vocational education |
| propedeutisch wo-getuigschrift | first-year certificate of academic education |
| psychologie | psychology |
| psychologische-testassistent | psychological testing assistant |
| public relations | public relations |
| publicatiebord | notice board |
| quantumelektronica | quantum electronics |
| raad van advies | board of trustees |
| raad van toezicht | supervisory board |
| raadplegen | to read a file; to consult a book |
| reader | course material; syllabus |
| recht van beklag | right of appeal |
| rechtspositie | legal status |
| rector magnificus | rector magnificus; vice-chancellor |
| redacteur | editor |
| regel | (in tekst) line |
| regeling derde-tentamenpoging | third examination rule |
| Regeling Ziekte- en Arbeidsongeschiktheid Nederlandse Universiteiten | Sickness and Disability Regulations of the Dutch Universities |
| register | index |
| Registratie buitenland en reisverzekeringen | International registration and travel insurance |
| registreren (zich) | to register |
| reguliere student | regular student |
| relatiebeheer | external relations |
| remediërend onderwijs | remedial teaching |
| reologie | rheology |
| reserveren | to reserve |
| Reserveringsbureau UT | UT Booking Office |
| restitutie van collegegeld | refund of tuition fees |
| restitutie | refund; reimbursement |
| richtlijn | guideline |
| rijbewijs | driver's licence |
| robotica en mechatronica | robotics and mechatronics |
| Roessingh, het | rehabilitation centre The Roessingh |
| rondleiding | guided tour |
| roostermaker | timetabling officer |
| rooster | timetable |
| rouwverlof | bereavement leave |
| RRVD - registratie reis- en verblijfkosten en overige declaraties | RRVD - registration of travel and subsistence expenses within the Netherlands |
| RSI - repetitive strain Injury | RSI - repetitive strain Injury |
| RU - Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen | RU - Radboud University Nijmegen |
| RuG - Rijksuniversiteit Groningen | RuG - University of Groningen |
| sabbatverlof | sabbatical leave |
| salarisgarantie | salary guarantee |
| salarisindicatie | salary scale |
| salarisinschaling | salary scaling |
| salarisoverzicht | payslip |
| salaris | salary |
| salarisschaal | salary scale |
| salaristabel | salary table |
| salaristechnische dienstverlening | salary department |
| salaristrede | salary step |
| salarisverhoging | salary increase; increment |
| samenvatting | abstract |
| samenwonend | living together |
| SC - Systeem- en Regeltechniek | SC - Systems and Control |
| schaal | scale |
| schaaltrede | pay scale level |
| schaalvergroting | increase in scale; expansion |
| schadevergoeding | compensation |
| schakelprogramma | transfer programme |
| schema | 1. (voorstelling) diagram; 2. (tijdsplan) plan; schedule |
| schoonmaakmedewerker | cleaner |
| schriftelijk examen | written examination |
| schuifbalk | scroll bar |
| scriptie | bachelor's thesis; master's thesis |
| secretariaat | secretary's office; secretariat |
| secretaris; secretaresse | secretary |
| seksuele intimidatie | sexual harassment |
| selectiecommissie | selection committee |
| semester | semester |
| SEP - Standaard Evaluatieprotocol 2021 | SEP - Standard Evaluation protocol 2015-2021 |
| servicecentrum | service centre |
| signatuur | (op een bibliotheekboek) call number |
| Sinterklaas (5 December) | Saint Nicholas’s Day (5 December) |
| slagingspercentage | pass rate |
| slotbepaling | final clause |
| SMCT - Supramoleculaire Chemie en Technologie | SMCT - Supramolecular Chemistry and Technology |
| sociale verzekering | social insurance |
| sociale wetenschappen | social sciences |
| software engineering en theoretische informatica | software engineering and theoretical computer science |
| SOIR - Scholarship Office and International Relations & Partnerships | SOIR - Scholarship Office and International Relations & Partnerships |
| sollicitant | applicant |
| sollicitatie | application |
| sollicitatiebrief | letter of application |
| sollicitatiegesprek | job interview |
| solliciteren | to apply for a job |
| spaarloonregeling | salary savings scheme |
| spaarverlof | accumulated leave |
| spatiebalk | space bar |
| SPE - StudentenPastoraat Enschede | SPE - Student Chaplaincy Enschede |
| specialisatie | specialisation |
| speerpuntinstituten | main research institutes |
| Sportcentrum | Sports Centre |
| sportdocent | sports instructor |
| SPT - Sustainable Process Technology | SPT - Sustainable Process Technology |
| SSC - Student Services Contact Centre | SSC - Student Services Contact Centre |
| SST - Stochastische Systeem- en Signaaltheorie | SST - Stochastic Systems and Signals |
| stage lopen | to do an internship |
| stagecoördinator | internship co-ordinator |
| stage | internship |
| stageperiode | internship period |
| stageplaats | work placement |
| stagevergoeding | internship compensation |
| stagiaire | student on an internship; intern |
| standplaatsgebied | work location area |
| standplaats | work location |
| Stichting Faculty Club | Faculty Club |
| Stichting Uitvoeringsinstelling Sociale Zekerheid voor Overheid en Onderwijs (USZO) | Benefits Agency for the Public Service and Education Sector |
| stichting | foundation |
| stille studieruimte | silent study area |
| stiltelokaal | quiet room |
| stimuleren | to encourage; to promote |
| stimuleringsfonds | promotion fund |
| stochastiek en operationeel research | stochastic operations research |
| stoomcursus | crash course |
| storing | malfunction |
| strategische communicatie in en tussen organisaties | strategic communication for government, trade and industry |
| Strategy and Policy | Strategy and Policy Department |
| structuurplan | restructuring plan |
| structuurrapport | structure report |
| studeerbaarheid | feasibility of an education programme |
| student-assistent | 1. (algemeen) student assistant; 2. (onderwijs) teaching assistant; 3. (onderzoek) research assistant |
| student | 1. (vóór het afstuderen) undergraduate; 2. (na het afstuderen) graduate |
| studentendecaan | student counsellor |
| studentenflat | hall of residence |
| studentenfractie | (bestuurlijk) student party |
| studentenhuisvesting | student accommodation |
| studentenpopulatie | student body |
| studentenpsycholoog | student psychologist |
| studentenraad | student council |
| studentenstatuut | student charter |
| studentenstop | admission quota; intake restriction |
| studentenuitwisselingsprogramma | student exchange programme |
| studentenuitwisseling | student exchange |
| studentenvakbond | student union |
| studentenvereniging | student association |
| studentenvertegenwoordiging | student representation |
| studentenvoorzieningen | student facilities |
| studentenwerkplek | student workplace |
| studentenwoningen | student residences |
| studentgerichte ondersteuning | student support |
| studeren | to study |
| studie (vóór een bachelor degree) | undergraduate studies |
| Studie-informatiecentrum | Study Information Centre |
| studieadres | term-time address |
| studieadvies | study advice |
| studieadviseur | student adviser; academic adviser |
| studiebegeleider | 1. (algemeen) student counsellor; 2. (inhoudelijk) tutor |
| studiebegeleiding op maat | custom tutoring |
| studiebegeleiding | 1. (algemeen) student guidance, student counselling; 2. (inhoudelijk) tutoring |
| studiebelastingpunt | course credit |
| studiebeurs | 1. (voor alle studenten) grant; 2. (toegekend op grond van talent) scholarship |
| studiebeurzenstelsel | (voor alle studenten) student financial aid system |
| studiebijeenkomst | workshop; seminar |
| studieboek | textbook |
| studiecel | study room |
| studiecentrum | study centre |
| studiedag | one-day seminar |
| studieduur | course duration |
| studiefaciliteiten | study facilities |
| studiefinanciering | study grant; financial assistance for students |
| studiegids | programme guide; prospectus (not a study guide) |
| studiehouding | attitude towards studying |
| studiejaar | academic year |
| studiekeuze | study choice |
| studiekiezers | prospective students |
| studiekosten | study costs |
| studielast | study workload |
| studielening | student loan |
| studiemethode | method of study |
| studieonderdeel | unit of study |
| studieoverzicht | study report |
| studieplek | study area |
| studieprofiel | student record |
| studiepunt | 1. (algemeen) course credit; 2. (Europa-breed) ECTS credit |
| studiepuntsysteem | course credit system |
| studiereis | study trip |
| studieresultaat | course result |
| studierichting | 1. (opleiding) discipline; subject; 2. (afdeling van onderwijsinstelling) department |
| studierichtingscommissie | subject committee; education committee |
| studierichtingsleider | head of department |
| studieruimte | study area |
| studiestaker | drop-out |
| studie | studies |
| studietempo | pace of study |
| studievaardigheid | study skill |
| studieverlof | 1. (dagen/weken) study leave; 2. (maanden/jaren) sabbatical |
| studievertraging | study delay |
| studievoorlichting | study information |
| studievoortgangscontrole | monitoring students’ progress |
| studievoortgangsnorm | study progress standard |
| studievoortgangsregistratie | registration of students’ progress |
| studievoortgang | study progress |
| subsidies | 1. (algemeent) subsidies; 2. (onderwijs) grants |
| supergeleiders | super conductors |
| surveillant | examination supervisor |
| sustainable energy technology | sustainable energy technology |
| syllabus | 1. (verdeling van leerstof) curriculum; 2. (materiaal bij cursus) course material |
| systeem- en besturingstheorie | systems and control theory |
| systeembeheer | systems management |
| systeemprogrammatuur en -architectuur | systems programming and architecture |
| systematische catalogus | classified catalogue |
| systematische code | classification code |
| systematische wijsbegeerte | systematic philosophy |
| taakgericht | task-based (methode) |
| taal van het onderwijs | language of tuition |
| taalbeheersing | language proficiency |
| taaleis | language requirement |
| taalondersteuning | language support |
| taalvaardigheden | language skills |
| taalvaardigheid | language proficiency |
| taalvaardigheidsdoel | target language skills |
| taalvaardigheidsniveau | language proficiency level |
| TAS - Time Accounting System (project- en urenregistratie) | TAS - Time Accounting System (project and time registration) |
| TE - Thermische Werktuigbouwkunde | TE - Thermal Engineering |
| te laat | (van bibliotheekboeken) overdue |
| teamleider | team leader |
| techniek | engineering and technology |
| technisch bedrijfskunde | industrial engineering and management |
| technisch personeel | technicians |
| technische bestuurskunde | public administration and technology |
| technische geneeskunde | technical medicine |
| technische informatica | computer science |
| technische mechanica en tribologie | applied mechanics and tribology |
| technische natuurkunde | applied physics |
| technische optica | applied optics |
| technische universiteit | technical university |
| technische wetenschappen | engineering sciences |
| technische wiskunde | applied mathematics |
| technologie en management | technology and management |
| technologisch ontwerper | design engineer |
| tegemoetkoming in studiekosten | financial aid for tuition fees |
| tegemoetkoming | compensation |
| Tel.; telefoonnummer | Tel.; telephone number |
| tele-educatie | distance education |
| tele-informatica en open systemen | teleinformatics and open systems |
| telefonisch spreekuur | available by telephone |
| telefonist | operator |
| telematica | telematics |
| Tennispark | Tennis Park |
| tentamen/examen/toets afleggen | to sit an examination |
| tentamen/examen/toets afnemen | to hold an examination |
| tentamen/examen/toets opstellen | 1. (ontwerpen) to write an examination; 2. (een plaats geven) to set an examination |
| tentamenbriefje | result notification |
| Tentamenbureau | examinations office |
| tentamen | exam |
| tentamenperiode | exam period |
| ter inzage | reference only |
| termijn (m.b.t. betaling) | instalment |
| terrein (wetenschappelijk) | field |
| tertiair onderwijs | tertiary education |
| terugbrengen | to return |
| terugkoppeling | feedback |
| test | test |
| TFE - Warmte- en Stromingsleer | TFE - Thermal and Fluid Engineering |
| Theologische Universiteit Kampen | Theological University Kampen |
| theorie van de vaste-stoffysica | theoretical physics |
| theorie van de vloeistoffysica | theoretical physics of fluid systems |
| theoriecomponent | theoretical component |
| theoriemodule | theoretical module |
| thuisadres | home address |
| thuisstudie | distance learning |
| tijdelijke aanstelling | temporary position |
| tijdschrift | 1. journal; 2. periodical; 3. magazine |
| tijdschrijven | time-recording |
| titel | 1. (academisch) title; degree; 2. (boek) title |
| titelpagina | title page |
| titulatuur | titles |
| TNO - Nederlandse Organisatie voor Toegepast Natuurwetenschappelijk Onderzoek | TNO - Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research |
| TNW- Faculteit der Technische Natuurwetenschappen | TNW - Faculty of Science and Technology |
| toegepast onderzoek der materie/materiaalkunde | materials research |
| toegepast onderzoek | applied research |
| toegepaste analyse | applied analysis |
| toegepaste communicatiewetenschap | applied communication science |
| toegepaste taalkunde | applied linguistics |
| toegepaste wiskunde | applied mathematics |
| toelage | 1. (studiebeurs) grant; 2. (toeslag) bonus |
| toelating | admission |
| toelatingsbeleid | admission policy |
| toelatingscommissie | admission board |
| toelatingseis | admission requirement |
| toelatingsexamen | entrance examination |
| toelatingsprocedure | admission procedure |
| toelatingsselectie | selective admission |
| toelatingsvoorwaarden | admission requirements |
| toelichting | explanatory notes |
| toepassingsvraag | application question |
| toestaan | to allow; to permit |
| toestel(-nummer) | extension |
| toets | 1. (examen) test 2. (computer) key |
| toetsing | assessment |
| toetsingsvorm | test format |
| toetsinstrument | test instrument |
| toetsprestatie | test score |
| toetsresultaat | test results |
| toezichthouder | supervisor |
| toezicht | supervision |
| toezwaaier | transfer student |
| toga | gown |
| tolk | interpreter |
| tonen | to show; to display |
| TOP - Tijdelijke OndernemersPlaats | TOP - Twente fund for innovative startup businesses |
| toponderzoeksschool | top research institute |
| tourniquet | turnstile |
| TRA - tijdelijke registratie accounts | TRA - temporary registration of internet access |
| trainingsaanbod | courses on offer |
| trainingsopbouw | course structure |
| trajectbegeleiding | individual guidance |
| traject | specialisation track |
| transductietechniek en materiaalkunde | transduction technology and materials science |
| Treasury - dienst bij FEZ | Treasury - service at FEZ |
| trefwoordencatalogus | subject catalogue; keyword catalogue |
| trefwoordenregister | subject index; keyword index |
| trefwoord | keyword |
| tropenrooster | work hours in hot weather conditions |
| TSM Business School | TSM Business School |
| TTI - Technologische Topinstituten in Nederland | TTI - Technical Top Institutes |
| TU Delft - Technische Universiteit Delft | TU Delft - Delft University of Technology |
| TU Eindhoven - Technische Universiteit Eindhoven | TU Eindhoven - Eindhoven University of Technology |
| tussendoel | intermediate target |
| tussentijds examen | interim examination |
| tussenuur | free period |
| tweede fase | postgraduate |
| tweede geldstroom | indirect government funding |
| Tweede Kerstdag | Boxing Day |
| Tweede Paasdag | Easter Monday |
| Tweede Pinksterdag | Whit Monday |
| tweede taal | second language |
| tweede-taalverwerving | second-language acquisition |
| tweetalig | bilingual |
| TWV - tewerkstellingsvergunning | TWV - work permit |
| U-Parkhotel | U Park Hotel |
| U-Raad - Universiteitsraad | University Council |
| UB - Universiteitsbibliotheek | UL - University Library |
| UB-acquisities | UL acquisitions |
| UB-trefwoorden | UL keywords |
| UD - universitair docent | 1. (UK) lecturer; 2. (USA) assistant professor |
| UFO - universitair systeem van functieordenen | UFO - university system for job classification |
| UFO-herwaardering | revaluation of university job classifications |
| UHD - universitair hoofddocent | 1. (UK) senior lecturer; 2. (USA) associate professor |
| uitgang | exit |
| uitgeleend | on loan |
| uitgever | publisher |
| uitleenbaar | (bibliotheekboek) circulating; in circulation |
| uitleenbalie | lending desk |
| uitleenbeleid | lending policy |
| uitleensysteem | lending system |
| uitleentermijn | loan period |
| uitleenvoorwaarden | lending conditions |
| uitleggen | to explain |
| uitlenen | to lend |
| uitreiken | to award |
| uitschrijven (zich) | to withdraw; to terminate registration |
| uitstromer | 1. (basis- en voortgezet onderwijs) school-leaver; 2. (universiteit) graduate |
| uitstroom | number of graduates |
| uittesten | to run a pilot; to run a trial |
| uittreksel uit de GBA | extract from the Municipal Administration |
| uitvallen | (opleiding) to drop out |
uitvaller | dropout |
| uitvoering binnen werktijd | complete during working hours |
| uitvoering buiten werktijd | complete outside working hours |
| uitwisselingsprogramma | exchange programme |
| uitwisselingsstudent | exchange student |
| uitzonderlijke prestatie | exceptional achievement |
| UL - Universiteit Leiden | UL - Leiden University |
| UM - Universiteit Maastricht | UM - Maastricht University |
| Unionbar | Union Bar |
| UnionCard | UnionCard |
| Unionshop | Union Shop |
| universitair onderwijs | university education |
| universitaire lerarenopleiding | 1. (opleiding) postgraduate teacher training; 2. (afdeling) postgraduate teacher training department |
| Universiteiten van Nederland | Universities of the Netherlands |
| universiteitsbestuur | university authorities |
| universiteit | university |
| UT - Universiteit Twente | UT - University of Twente |
| UT'er | 1. (medewerker) UT employee; 2. (student) UT student |
| UT-adresboek | UT People Pages |
| UT-Flex - virtueel uitzendbureau voor studenten | UT-Flex - flexible job agency for students |
| UT-onderzoeksscholen | UT research institutes |
| UT-Telefoongids | UT Phone Book |
| UTLC - UT-Talencentrum | UTLC - UT Language Centre |
| UToday - universiteitsblad | UToday - university newspaper |
| UU - Universiteit Utrecht | UU - Utrecht University |
| uurrooster | timetable |
| uurtarief | hourly rate |
| UvA - Universiteit van Amsterdam | UvA - University of Amsterdam |
| UvT - Universiteit van Tilburg | UvT - Tilburg University |
| UWV WERKbedrijf | Public Employment Service |
| V&G - Veiligheids- en Gezondheidsdienst | V&G - Health and Safety Service |
| vaardigheid | skill; competence |
| vacature | vacancy |
| vak | 1. (beroep) occupation; 2. (schoolvak) subject |
| vakantiegeld; vakantietoeslag | holiday bonus |
vakantieverlof | holiday leave |
| vakbondsafvaardiging | union delegation |
| vakbond | trade union |
| vakcentrale | federation of trade unions |
| vakdidactiek | teaching methodology |
| vakgebied | 1. (wetenschap) discipline; field of study; 2. (schoolvak) subject area |
| vakgebonden | subject-related |
| vakgroepcoördinator | department co-ordinator |
| vakgroep | department |
| vakgroepvoorzitter | department chair |
| vakgroepwerking | department collaboration |
| vakinhoud | subject matter; curriculum |
| vakkenaanbod | programmes available; courses available |
| vakkenintegratie | subject integration |
| vakkennis | expertise |
| vakkenpakketeisen | subject combination requirements |
| vakkeuze | choice of course options |
| vakliteratuur | professional literature |
| vakopleiding | vocational training |
| valorisatie | commercial knowledge transfer |
| variabele werktijden | flexible working hours |
| vaste aanstelling/benoeming | permanent appointment |
| vaste-stoffysica | solid state physics |
| vastgoed | real estate |
| vbo - voorbereidend beroepsonderwijs | VBO - pre-vocational education |
| veelomvattend | comprehensive |
| veeltaligheid | multilingualism |
| veiligheidsbeleid | safety policy |
| veiligheidsplan | safety plan |
| veiligheidsstudies | public safety studies |
| verantwoordelijkheid | responsibility |
| verantwoordingsplicht | accountability |
| verblijfadres | residential address |
| verblijfsdocument | residence document |
| verblijfsduur | 1. (algemeen) duration of stay; 2. (studie) duration of study |
| verblijfsvergunning | residence permit |
| verborgen curriculum | hidden curriculum |
| verdediging van een proefschrift | PhD thesis defence |
| verdieping | floor |
| Vereniging Hogescholen (voorheen HBO-raad) | Netherlands Association of Universities of Applied Sciences |
| vereniging | association |
| vergelijkende pedagogiek | comparative education |
| vergoedingsregeling | reimbursement regulation |
| verhuiskosten | relocation expenses |
| verhuiskostenvergoeding | reimbursement of relocation expenses |
| verhuisplicht | compulsory relocation |
| verkorte leerroute | fast-track programme |
| verkorte procedure | fast-track procedure |
| verlengde brugperiode | extended transition period |
| verlengen | 1. (boeken) to renew; 2. (contracten en deadlines) to extend |
| verlof | leave |
| verlofregeling | leave arrangements |
| verlofregistratie | leave registration |
| verlofuren | hours of leave |
| verplicht blok | compulsory module |
| verplicht onderwijsblok | compulsory education module |
| verplicht vak | compulsory subject |
| verplichte buitenlandregistratie en reisverzekering | mandatory registration of mobility and travel insurance |
| verplichte literatuur | compulsory reading |
| verplichte voorkennis | prior knowledge required |
| verplichte ziektekostenverzekering | compulsory health insurance |
| versnelde opleiding | fast-track programme |
| vertakt programma | branched programme |
| vertaler | translator |
| vertraging | delay |
| vertrouwenspersoon | confidential adviser |
| vervanger | substitute teacher |
| vervangingskosten | replacement costs |
| vervolgcursus | follow-up course |
| vervolgonderwijs | 1. (algemeen) continuing education; 2. (academisch) postgraduate education |
| vervolgopleiding | 1. (algemeen) continuing education; 2. (academisch) postgraduate course |
| vervolgstudie | postgraduate studies |
| vervroegd pensioen | early retirement |
| verwijderen | (studenten) to expel; to exclude permanently |
| verwijzing | reference |
| verzorgingsverlof | parental leave |
| verzuim | absence |
| Vestingbar | Vesting Bar |
| VF - voorwaardelijke financiering van onderzoek | VF - conditional financing of research |
| VH - Vereniging Hogescholen | Netherlands Association of Universities of Applied Sciences |
| vhbo - voorbereidend hoger beroepsonderwijs | VHBO - pre-vocational tertiary education |
| vho - voorbereidend hoger onderwijs | VHO - pre-tertiary education |
| vice-voorzitter | vice-president |
| virtuele balie | virtual desk |
| Visa Office | Visa Office |
| visitatie | 1. review; 2. external review |
| visitatiecommissie | review committee |
| VIST - VakInformatieSysteem Twente | VIST - Course Information System Twente |
| visum | visa |
| VLF - Vloeistoffysica | POF - Physics of Fluids |
| vmbo - voorbereidend middelbaar beroepsonderwijs | VMBO - pre-vocational secondary education |
| vo - voortgezet onderwijs | VO - secondary education |
| vo-school | secondary school |
| voetnoot | footnote |
| voetpad | 1. (stad) pavement; 2. (elders) footpath |
| voldoende | 1. (algemeen) pass; 2. (oordeel) sufficient |
| Volksuniversiteit | Volksuniversiteit (institute for non-formal adult education) |
| voltijdopleiding | full-time study programme |
| voltijds | full-time |
| voltijdstudent | full-time student |
| vooraanmelding | preliminary enrolment |
| vooraanmeldingscijfers | preliminary enrolment figures |
| voorbereidend jaar | preparatory year |
| voorgenomen besluit | proposed decision |
| voorgeschreven vak | compulsory subject |
| voorjaarsvakantie | spring holiday |
| voorletters | initials |
| voorlichting | information |
| voorlichtingsdag | information day |
| voornaam | first name |
| vooropleiding | previous education |
| vooropleidingseisen | admission requirements; prerequisites |
| voortgang | progress |
| voortgangstoets | progress test |
| voortgezette opleiding | 1. (algemeen) advanced course; 2. (na het afstuderen) postgraduate course |
| voortijdig ontslag | premature dismissal |
| voortoets | pre-test |
| vooruitstrevend | progressive |
| voorvoegsel | prefix |
| voorwaardelijke toelating | conditional admission |
| voorzitter van de capaciteitsgroep | (binnen faculteiten) department chair |
| voorzitter van de Universiteitsraad | Chair of the University Council; President of the University Council |
| voorzitter van het College van Bestuur | Chair of Executive Board; President of Executive Board |
| voorzitter | chair; president |
| VOR - Vereniging voor Onderwijsresearch | VOR - Netherlands Educational Research Association |
| vormingsaanbod | available training; training supply |
| vraag naar onderwijs | demand for education |
| vragen stellen | to ask questions; to pose questions |
| vrij deel | optional courses |
| vrijaf | time off |
| vrije dag | day off |
| vrije tijd | leisure time |
| vrijekeuzevak | optional subject; elective |
| Vrijhof Cultuurcentrum | Vrijhof Cultural Centre |
| vrijstelling | exemption |
| vrijstellingsbesluit | exemption decision |
| vrijwillige verzekering | voluntary insurance |
| VSLPC - Vereniging van Samenwerkende Landelijke Pedagogische Centra | VSLPC - Association of National Educational Advisory Centres |
| VU - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam | VU Amsterdam - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam |
| VUT-regeling | VRS - voluntary retirement scheme |
| VVR - Verkeer, Vervoer en Ruimte | TEM - Transport, Engineering and Management |
| vwo - voorbereidend wetenschappelijk onderwijs | VWO - pre-university secondary education |
| WA - Werktuigbouwkundige Automatisering en Mechatronica | MA - Mechanical Automation and Mechatronics |
| waardering en beloning | compensation and remuneration |
| waardering van diploma's | evaluation of qualifications |
| wachtgeld | redundancy pay |
| wachtwoord | password |
| WAO - Wet op de Arbeidsongeschiktheid | WAO - Occupational Disability Act |
| WAO-uitkering | occupational disability benefits |
| WB - Werktuigbouwkunde | ME - Mechanical Engineering |
| WBP - Wet Bescherming Persoonsgegevens | WBP - Personal Data Protection Act |
| welzijn | well-being |
| WEM - Waterbeheer | WEM - Water Engineering and Management |
| werkcollege | tutorial |
| werkdruk | workload |
| werkervaring | work experience; professional experience |
| werkgever | employer |
| werkgeversbijdrage | (voor zorg- en/of sociale verzekering) employer's contribution |
| werknemer | employee |
| werkplek | workplace |
| werkstuk | assignment |
| werktijd | work hours |
| werktuigbouwkundige automatisering | mechanical automation |
| werkvorm | (onderwijs) teaching method |
| werving | recruitment |
| wervingsbeleid | recruitment policy |
| Wet Arbeid en Zorg | Work and Care Act |
| Wet Kinderopvang | Childcare Act |
| Wet Modernisering Universitaire Bestuursorganisatie | University Government (Modernisation) Act |
| Wet op de Studiefinanciering | Student Finance Act |
| Wet Tegemoetkoming Studiekosten | Study Cost Allowances Act |
| wetenschap en technologie in de samenleving | science and technology in society |
| wetenschappelijk directeur | scientific director |
| wetenschappelijk medewerker | member of academic staff |
| wetenschappelijk onderzoek | 1. (exact) scientific research; 2. (algemeen) academic research |
| wetenschappelijk ontwerper | design engineer |
| wetenschappelijk personeel; wetenschappelijke staf | academic staff |
| wetenschappelijk tijdschrift | academic journal |
| wetenschappelijke opleiding | academic training |
| wetenschapper | 1. (algemeen) academic; 2. (exact) scientist; 3. (onderzoeker) researcher |
| wetenschaps- en techniekgeschiedenis | history of science and technology |
| wetenschapscommissie | academic committee |
| wettelijk collegegeld | statutory tuition fee |
| WHOO - Wet op het Hoger Onderwijs en Onderzoek | WHOO - Higher Education and Research Act |
| WHW - Wet op het Hoger Onderwijs en Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek | WHW - Higher Education and Scientific Research Act |
| wijsbegeerte en maatschappijwetenschappen | philosophy and social sciences |
| wijsbegeerte en moraalwetenschappen | philosophy and ethics |
| wijsbegeerte van wetenschap, techniek en samenleving | philosophy of science, technology and society |
| wijsbegeerte | philosophy |
| windpark | wind park |
| winkelcentrum | shopping centre |
| wiskunde | mathematics |
| wisselen | to change |
| wisselwerking | interaction |
| wo - wetenschappelijk onderwijs | WO - academic education |
| wo-getuigschrift | (diploma) academic degree |
| woon-werkverkeer | commute |
| woonplaats | 1. (algemeen) city; town; 2. (formeel) residence |
| woordblind | dyslexic |
| WRS - Waterhuishouding en Milieu | WRS - Water Resources and Environmental Management |
| WSB - Wiskundige Systeem- en Besturingstheorie | MSCT - Mathematical System and Control Theory |
| WUR - Wageningen Universiteit en Research | WUR - Wageningen University and Research |
| WW - Werkloosheidswet | WW - Unemployment Act |
| zakpercentage | failure rate |
| zelfanalyse; zelfevaluatie | self-evaluation; internal evaluation |
| zelfontdekkend leren | discovery-based learning |
| zelfstandig leren (zelfst. nw) | independent learning |
| zelfstudie | independent study |
| zelfstudiemateriaal | independent learning material |
| zich ziek melden | to report sick; to call in sick |
| ziektekosten | medical expenses |
| ziektekostenverzekering; zorgverzekering | health insurance |
| ziekteverlof | sick leave |
| ziekteverzuim | absenteeism; sick leave |
| zittenblijven | (opleiding) to repeat a year |
| zoekactie | (internet) search |
| zoeksleutel | search key |
| zoekterm | search query; search term |
| zomercursus | summer course |
| zorgtoeslag | health care allowance |
| zorgverlof | compassionate leave; filial leave |
| Zorgverzekeringswet | Health Insurance Act |
| ZPW - Zelfstandige Publieke Werkgevers | ZPW - Independent Public Sector Employers |
| zwangerschapsverlof | maternity leave |
| zwembad | swimming pool |