We accept a range of qualifications from across the world. In addition to having achieved - or expecting to obtain - one of the qualifications listed below, you'll also need to complete the Study Check. Please note: the diplomas listed below do not automatically grant you admission. Inholland needs to formally validate your documents to make sure you meet all the requirements.
International Baccalaureate
High school diploma
General Certificate of Secondary Education
Abitur or Fachhochschulreife
Equivalent international diploma
Havo-diploma (all profiles, but N&T requires Economie or M&O)
Vwo-diploma
Mbo-diploma level 4
Propedeuse or diploma without the right profile in case you don't miss required subjects.
IELTS: 6.0 or higher
TOEFL internet-based: overall score of 80
Cambridge certificate: CEA, CPE or FCE overall score C (169-172
Havo/vwo: pass for English
Mbo-4: pass English intake test
Inholland needs to formally validate your documents to make sure you meet all the requirements set out by the study programme. To apply, please send in copies of your diploma and final transcript. These can be in Dutch, English, German, French or Spanish. If your diploma is written in another language, please enclose a certified translation to one of these languages. Send your documents as early as possible, because it takes time to evaluate them.
Questions? Please contact the Student Administration.
Compare your international qualification to the Dutch degree standard
If English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of your English proficiency. Students from countries other than the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand need one of the following qualifications:
IELTS: average score of 6
TOEFL internet-based: overall score of 80
Cambridge certificate: CEA, CPE or FCE overall score C (169-172)
Dutch diploma: pass for English on final havo or vwo exam, or the mbo-4 intake test English.
As an inclusive university we recognise that applicants who have been out of education for some time may not have the formal qualifications required for entry to a programme.
By passing the 21+ test, you can still be admitted if you do not meet the minimum entrance requirements and are ages 21 or above. The test is designed to verify that you do have the adequate knowledge and skills to complete bachelor's programme.
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