Am I exempted from English language requirements?

Check here if you are exempted from taking an English language test for admission at UT.

It is important to understand that every case is assessed individually, and this information is not a guarantee. So, make sure to submit your application on time to find out if you are exempted or not. If you still need to take an additional English language test, you will need time to arrange it.

All officially recognised exemptions to the standard English language requirements are clearly outlined on the University's website. 

Please note that individual requests for waivers outside the stated exceptions cannot be considered, as the University of Twente does not offer English waivers.

Make sure to answer the follow-up questions after selecting your country. Selecting your country alone does not automatically entitle you to an exemption, as it forms only one part of the overall assessment.

Result: The Netherlands

If you have a relevant bachelor’s or master's degree from a Dutch accredited academic institution, you might be exempt. Make sure your programme is accredited via the NVAO register.

Note: Business Administration master’s students with a Dutch degree may have extra English requirements.

Result: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States of America

You might be exempt if you earned a three-year degree in one of the exempt countries and studied there physically for at least three years. But if your teaching institution was not in any of these countries, or you followed distance (online) education, you might not be exempt, and an additional language test is required.

Canadian degrees need at least 50% English instruction.

Result - Depends on your country

Exemption depends on your country. Check our country list to see if you need a test. Remember, not every master's programme allows this exemption. Apply and wait for confirmation on the English test.

Result - English test required

You will need to take an English test. Get your official certificate of the English language test before the application deadline, or your application will not be processed. Tests take time, so plan. See our English requirements.

Note: if you are applying for a bachelor's programme, check here the English requirements and the deadlines. 

Result - Depends on your country

Exemption depends on your country. Check our country list to see if you need a test. Remember, not every master's programme allows this exemption. Apply and wait for confirmation on the English test.

Result - English test required

You will need to take an English test. Get your official certificate of the English language test before the application deadline, or your application will not be processed. Tests take time, so plan. See our English requirements.

Note: if you are applying for a bachelor's programme, check here the English requirements and the deadlines. 

Result – Possible exemption

The language of instruction must be clearly stated on your degree certificate, official final transcript of records, or diploma supplement. If it is not, you will be required to submit an English language test. Please note that a statement or proficiency letter from your university is not sufficient.

Please note: having your transcript of records issued in English is not the same as having English officially stated as the language of instruction.

You might be exempt if you earned a three-year degree in one of the exempt countries and studied there physically for at least three years. But if your institution was not in any of these countries, or you followed distance (online) education, you might not be exempt.

Canadian degrees need at least 50% English instruction.

Result - Depends on your country

Exemption depends on your country. Check our country list to see if you need a test. Remember, not every master's programme allows this exemption. Apply and wait for confirmation on the English test.

Result - English test required

You will need to take an English test. Get your official certificate of the English language test before the application deadline, or your application will not be processed. Tests take time, so plan. See our English requirements.

Note: if you are applying for a bachelor's programme, check here the English requirements and the deadlines. 

Result - Depends on your country

Exemption depends on your country. Check our country list to see if you need a test. Remember, not every master's programme allows this exemption. Apply and wait for confirmation on the English test.

Result - English test required

You will need to take an English test. Get your official certificate of the English language test before the application deadline, or your application will not be processed. Tests take time, so plan. See our English requirements.

Note: if you are applying for a bachelor's programme, check here the English requirements and the deadlines.