International Business
Hanze University of Applied Sciences • Groningen • Economics, commerce, management and accounting
Admissions & requirements
- 1. Language Test
A minimum level of English language proficiency is required. The English language proficiency must be proven by submitting a test score (not older than two years) from IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge ESOL or TOEIC. For the International Business bachelor's programme an average IELTS score of 6.0 is required with no subscore below 5.5.
- 2. Previous Education
You will need a secondary school diploma comparable to a Dutch HAVO (General Secondary Education) or MBO-4 (Secondary Vocational Education) diploma and proof of English language proficiency. The diploma should be NLQF/EQF level 4 or higher.
Language requirements
- IELTS overall band (6)
- IELTS listening (5.5)
- IELTS reading (5.5)
- IELTS writing (5.5)
- IELTS speaking (5.5)
- TOEFL internet based (80)
- Cambridge First Certificate in English (C)
- Pearson Test of English Academic (61)
- TOEIC (865)
Estimated Monthly Expenses

Hanze University of Applied Sciences
GroningenApplied Sciences
Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen is one of the largest HBO institutions in the Netherlands with about 30,000 students. Sharing the student city with University of Groningen, it offers practical education in business, healthcare, arts, and technology with strong emphasis on sustainable energy.
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Scholarships
International students may be eligible for the Holland Scholarship (€5,000). Check your eligibility in our guide.
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