Your Complete Guide to Applying to Hanze

All the key info – deadlines, requirements, preparation and practical tips

Applying to university is a big step, perhaps the first truly significant one as we began to enter the adult world. I can imagine how confusing at times that can fell, especially after spending a long deciding what and where to study. That's why it's essential to make sure you've submitted the right documents to the right place and met all the deadline sounds. This article is here to guide you through the process, helping you navigate important deadlines, requirements and offering practical tips to prepare you along the way. 

The process

Starting with the basics. A few important things to bear in mind: the application process is completely free and fully online. In the Netherlands, you can apply up to four programmes - where that's up to you. You start by registering via Studielink.nl, after which you will be redirected to the Hanze Apply portal. To make things easier. you can find helpful video tutorials here: hanze.nl/application 

Honestly, at first, I couldn’t quite understand why the deadlines for non-EU/EEA students were earlier than for EU/EEA applicants. Do the pigeons carrying the application letters to Hanze need more time to fly from further away? Ahah! Jokes aside, when you step into a Hanze classroom, you’ll see people from literally all over the world, so I guess those pigeons are doing a great job delivering applications from every corner of the globe. 

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At Hanze, some programmes have special selection procedures, which means there are two type of deadlines - general and specific. 

General

The general deadline for most programmes for: 

  • EU/EEA - 15 August

  • non-EU/EEA students - 1 June 

However, for students from Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Iran, Ghana, Afghanistan, and Nigeria, the deadline is 1 May due to stricter immigration procedures. 

Specific 

For special deadlines, it is best to check the programme webpage. Every programme has their deadlines explained. Link 🔗  hanze.nl/programmes 

Admission requirements

Academic Requirements 

The requirements can be also divided into general and specific. The general requirements apply to all applicants, while the specific ones are for programmes with special selection procedures. In summary, to apply to Hanze you’ll need:  

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General requirements: 

  • For a Bachelor - secondary school diploma equivalent to the required level

  • For Master’s programmes: a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. 

  • Proof of English proficiency  

Specific requirements: 

It depends on the programme but some of the additional requirements could be for example: 

  • CV

  • Motivation letter or video 

  • Portfolio (for art programmes) 

  • Entrance exam (physiotherapy)

  • Sports Medical Fit Test (Sports Studies) 

  • Audition (music programmes) 

Good to know: Once when you choose your desired programme, make sure you read all the requirements and deadlines carefully since every programme can have their own exceptions/specifics.

Language requirements

As you're planning of studying full time in English sounds logical to prove your English sufficiency if you're not coming from a country where English, is official language. Studying in English is very different form watching your favourite Netflix show in English. Having a good command is needed and required. 

Certificates  

Hanze accepts different certificates and also there are some exemptions. You can find the complete information about this on 🔗 https://hanze.nl/languagerequirements

Good to know:  If you don’t have all the required documents at the time of application, you can still apply and receive a letter of provisional acceptance. If your high school or undergraduate diploma has not yet been issued, you may submit your academic transcript instead. This allows our admissions office to assess whether you are a good fit for the programme. Please keep in mind that all remaining documents must be submitted before the application deadline. 

What to expect after graduation?

After hitting the 'submit application’ button you can expect and answer usually a month, it can be shorter or a bit longer. I remember I got my letter of provisional acceptance after two weeks.

Need more tips or somebody to talk to?

Our Hanze International Student Team is always available to help you out  if you have questions. You can contact them for questions about studying at Hanze and living in Groningen. Behind HIS team there are many people both student ambassadors and Hanze employees that can answer any question you may have or at least point you to the right person who will better help you. 

Hanze International Student Team - 📧  [email protected]

Other useful contacts at Hanze: 

  • For questions about immigration procedures: Immigration Office - 📧 [email protected] 
  • For questions about scholarships at Hanze UAS: Scholarships - 📧 [email protected] 
  • For questions about applications and admissions: Student Administration - 📧 [email protected] 
  • For help choosing a study programme that best fits your strengths, talents, and interests: Hanze Study Choice Support - 📧 [email protected] 
  • For questions about finding accommodation. In the Netherlands universities do not provide student accommodation: Housing Office - 📧 [email protected] 

Link 🔗 https://www.hanze.nl/en/study/contact-and-locations 

Step-by-step application process

  1. Choose your programme via Hanze’s website or StudieLink. 

  2. Apply through Studielink.nl (the Dutch national application system). 

  3. Upload your required documents to the Hanze portal (passport copy, diploma, transcripts, language certificate, motivation letter, CV, etc.). 

  4. Receive your admission decision. 

  5. Accept your offer and prepare visa documents. 

  6. Pay your tuition fees and arrange housing. 

Good to know: Don’t underestimate the time it takes to find housing! Our best advice is to start looking well in advance, at least 3-5 months before arriving in the Netherlands. 🔗 www.hanze.nl/housing  

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