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Here's everything that needs to be done befiore starting a study at HZ!

(non-EU and EU)

1 Admission requirements

There are three different requirements for admission:

  1. General requirements
  2. Specific study programme requirements
  3. Language requirements
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2 Apply via Studielink

Students need to create an account on Studielink. From there they can log in and apply to HZ University of Applied Sciences and the study programme(s) of choice.

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3

HZ International Application System

Once they have applied via Studielink, HZ will send them an e-mail with a link to the HZ International Application System. Here they can complete their application by attaching the required documents to your file and submit.

If you meet the requirements you will receive a letter of acceptance.

4 Study costs

In order to be able to study in the Netherlands it is important to make sure that students have sufficient financial means to support themselves throughout the entire study programme. The cost of living in the Netherlands is comparable to other western European countries.

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5 Student accommodation

There are possibilities to find good and affordable student accommodation in Vlissingen or Middelburg.

It is important to book a room in time, so to have the best chances to book the room that suits the student's wishes.

Student accommodation in Zeeland

6 HZ Introduction

Prior to the start of your study programme, students will have a general introduction week in August. They will get all the practical information they need to settle in. Students will also discover what HZ Community has to offer. Later on, the Kickoff Festival Zeeland will take place.

7 Visa

Whether a student needs a visa depends on their nationality. EU-students don’t need a visa. The same applies if they hold the nationality of one of the following countries: Switzerland, USA, Canada, Australia, New-Zealand, South-Korea or Japan.

The HZ student office will apply for this document on the student's behalf after having completed the application process. They will receive a residence permit for the full duration of your studies (with a maximum of 5 years).

8 Insurance

Everyone in the Netherlands must have an insurance for medical expenses. As a foreign student they might need to get a healthcare insurance and a third-party liability insurance. Also make sure they have a travel insurance.

9 Registration with town hall

All foreign students staying in the Netherlands for a period longer than four months have to register with the municipality (Basisregistratie Personen) where they are living.