When you sign up, you have to upload several documents during the application process.
Below you will find a complete list of example documents that are often required to complete your application. Our application systems will also specify which documents you need to upload. If a document is not required, you will not get a question about it. The documents you need to upload during the application process depend on your nationality, your country of prior education, your personal circumstances, and the (pre-)master’s programme you have chosen.
Still need to graduate? Even if you have not yet graduated, you can still apply at any time. However, you need to graduate before the start of the academic year.
Your application will only be reviewed once all requested documents are uploaded and submitted before the application deadline. Incomplete applications cannot be reviewed. For instance, if you have not yet taken your English language test, your application will not be considered.
Please upload a valid and legible copy of:
Note: If you hold multiple nationalities and wish to have them registered, please also upload valid identity documents for each nationality. The University of Twente will only register nationalities for which valid identity documents have been submitted.
Your uploaded document will be used to verify your personal details. In addition, the information will be used to ensure that your name and date of birth match those stated on your official educational documents.
If your personal details differ between your passport/ID-card and your educational documents (for example, if you have undergone a name change), please also upload an official document confirming this change.
During your application, information regarding the application fee will be provided within the application form. You will find a link to the website aanmelder.nl, a platform through which you can make the payment.
Payment can be made using a credit card, PayPal, iDEAL, or bank transfer. Once the payment has been completed, you will receive an invoice. Please upload this invoice as part of your application.
The University of Twente has introduced an application fee for some (pre-)master’s programmes.
The image on the left shows an example of a correct final invoice, which can be recognised by the text: "The invoice has already been paid via (…)".
The image on the right shows an example of an incorrect provisional invoice. This can be identified by the bold text: "Your payment will only be processed if the invoice number is in the description. Do not combine multiple invoices in one payment" as well as the bottom-right column displaying the payment deadline and the text: "To be paid before: (…)".
Do not make any changes to the invoice yourself under any circumstances. Any modifications will be regarded by the University of Twente as fraudulent, and this will result in your application being rejected. Please wait for the final invoice before proceeding.
Within your application, you will be asked to provide information regarding your previous education. In this section, you may list up to four academic degrees. If you have obtained more than four degrees, you can upload additional documents under the final question, titled ‘additional educational documents’.
Please note that a course is not considered an academic degree, as it typically lasts less than a year. Additionally, a high school diploma is not required. The academic degrees you should include are:
You may apply even if you have not yet completed your degree(s). You will be asked to provide an estimated date of completion, which must be before the start of the academic year.
If you have already graduated, please upload either an official graduation statement or an official (provisional) degree certificate in both:
If the original document is in English, Dutch, or German, no translation is required. Please ensure your certificate includes your full name, date of birth, the official name of your diploma, and the institution’s name and logo.
Please note that a graduation statement or provisional degree certificate is valid for one year from the date of completion of your studies. If you are applying after this period, the final certificate is required.
Your upload(s) will be used to verify that your degree(s) were obtained from a recognised and accredited higher education institution. Additionally, your diploma('s) will be used to assess the level of your education, as educational systems vary between countries.
Within the application process, you will be asked to provide your academic records. The documents listed below are accepted formats, and you are free to choose which ones to upload. If you have multiple documents in these formats, you are welcome to upload all relevant files.
Graduated:
Not yet graduated:
Other conditions:
Your upload will be used to assess the grades you have obtained during your studies. Additionally, it will provide insight into the courses you completed and the duration of your previous degree programme.
After a Chinese higher educational degree, students obtain a 'graduation certificate (毕业证书)', 'degree certificate (学位证书)', and official final transcript of records. For admission, each of these three documents are required, each document in the original language (Chinese) and translated into English.
Additional (not mandatory), the University of Twente prefers to see the (online) verification reports besides the document(s) as mentioned above:
You can arrange the following documents via the CHESSIC website, please make sure to request them in both Chinese and English, then upload them (in a PDF format) within your application, together with a copy of your Chinese ID card. The English (online) verification report(s) does not count as translation to the documents mentioned on in the first paragraph.
The verification reports will enable to us check the authenticity of your documents, which will be done via the China Higher Education Student Information and Career Center (CHESICC) website.
During the application process, you may be asked to provide the International Credential Evaluation (IDW) document. Uploading an IDW statement is not mandatory. If you have such a document, please upload it. If you do not have one, simply skip the IDW question in the application form without uploading anything.
An IDW statement is an official document that assesses an applicant’s previous education completed outside the Netherlands and and compares it to Dutch education levels. It helps determine whether the obtained diploma meets the required level for admission. International students can, but are not required to, apply for an IDW statement through the IDW website.
Please make sure to upload a clear copy of the official test result; your ‘test report form number’ must be clearly readable. The University of Twente does not accept a screenshot of the online result. Please be aware that the University will use this information to access your data through the IELTS database.
Every international student applying for a (pre-)master’s programme must provide the University of Twente with proof of sufficient English language proficiency. You can find the specific language requirements and options for meeting this requirement here.
You will be asked to enter the test date of your IELTS certificate. Please use the date shown at the top of the certificate (between ‘Centre Number’ and ‘Candidate Number’), as this is the actual test date. Do not use the date at the bottom of the certificate, as that is the result announcement date.
Please make sure to upload a clear copy of the ‘TOEFL iBT Test Taker Score Report’ certificate. We do not accept a print screen from the online result.
In addition to that, please order the official score report at ETS using our institutional code 7025 (TOEFL) and choose for the department ‘undergraduate schools’ (this also applies if you are applying for a master's programme). In that way, we can verify your result online.
Please be aware that we will use this information to access your data using the ETS database.
Please ensure you upload a clear copy of the official Cambridge certificate (both front and back). Screenshots of the online result or the downloaded ‘statement of results’ are not accepted. Additionally, please provide your Candidate ID number, which consists of three letters followed by six numbers (e.g., EPA123456).
Furthermore, please share your results through the Cambridge Candidate Results Website. You will need to log in with your personal account on the website. After logging in, select the option ‘send my results’ to submit your results digitally to the University, allowing us to verify your results via the University’s account.
Please be aware that the University of Twente will use this information to access your data via the CIE Direct Site (database). As stated on the Cambridge website: “Candidates receive their ID number and secret number with their confirmation of entry for the exam. If candidates do not know these details, they should contact their centre.”
Please make sure to upload a clear copy of the PTE Academic test score report. Your Score Report Code (SRC) and your Registration ID number must be clearly readable.
In addition to that, please share the results in your personal account via the myPTE website from Pearson. After you have logged in, go to “My Activity” and click on “Share Results”. Search for ‘University of Twente – Admissions SAS’, and follow the steps to confirm. Please be aware that we will use this information to access your data using the Pearson database.
INSTRUCTIONS
Please make sure to upload a clear copy of the LANGUAGECERT Academic test score certificate. Your certificate number and candidate number must be clearly readable. After you have received your results, please share them with the University of Twente through your LANGUAGECERT account. Please be aware that we will access your data using the LANGUAGECERT Score Verification System.
REASON WHY
Every international student applying for a master’s programme must provide the University of Twente with proof of sufficient English language proficiency. You can find the specific language requirements and options for meeting this requirement here.
EXAMPLE
Please upload your official GMAT/GRE score report (only for the master's programme in Business Administration and master's programme in Industrial Engineering and Management).
In order for us to verify your result, we request you to complete the following steps:
Some programmes have additional Mathematics admission requirements. The results of the GRE and GMAT are used to assess specific skills and knowledge, such as integrated reasoning and analytical writing.
As part of your application, you will need to indicate whether your study programme includes a thesis, academic paper, or project work.
Your abstract or summary will help us gain a clearer understanding of the specific field in which you have worked or are currently working, as well as provide insight into your research skills and approach.
Please upload your motivation letter in English. Your letter may cover several topics, such as a clear explanation of your goals and your reasons for choosing the master’s programme.
Your upload will be used to assess your motivation and specific goals for applying to the University of Twente.
Please upload your CV in English. You may use the Europass format if you find it helpful, but it is not mandatory—you are free to create your own CV in any format you prefer.
Your CV will be used to gain further insight into your education, professional experience, and extracurricular activities.
Please upload course descriptions for your previous degree programme(s). If you have completed multiple degrees, please provide relevant course descriptions for all degrees, clearly distinguishing which courses belong to which degree. Do not include any high school courses. This request applies only to courses relevant to your chosen master’s programme at the University of Twente.
The course descriptions can be official documents from your institution, but you may also prepare the document yourself. The document should be in English; you may translate the course descriptions yourself if necessary. Please note that transcripts of records are not accepted as a substitute for course descriptions.
Each course description should include:
Please also state the official nominal duration of your study programme, if this is not indicated on your degree, transcript of records, or diploma supplement. This refers to the official length of the programme (curriculum structure), not your personal study duration. This information can be provided as an official document from your institution, a student handbook, or a document containing a website link to the official institution’s website where the nominal duration is stated (in English).
The admission committee seeks greater insight into your specific knowledge and skills.
The master’s programme in Industrial Design and Engineering requires a portfolio to be uploaded.
Information about your referees is neither required nor mandatory. Uploading reference letters is entirely optional and at your discretion. Furthermore, the University of Twente cannot provide any information regarding whether or not your referee(s) will be contacted if you have provided their details. Email enquiries on this matter will receive the same general response as stated above. Reference letters sent by email will not be processed; they must be uploaded through the application system.