Programs/Bachelor/Humanities, social sciences, communication and arts
Bachelor

International Development Management

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Tuition · Intl
€9,950
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
4 years
240 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Aug 26
Language
English
IELTS 6+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2019
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
33
DUO ↓35% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
14:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6
IELTS required
Entry route
Any VWO
profile required ↗
Satisfaction
3.9/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
?
no data yet
Median salary
€2,986
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
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About this program
Do you want to make a real difference in the world? With International Development Management, you learn how to tackle global challenges such as climate change, inequality, fair trade and food security. You work on real-life projects and gain international experience during your internships. You explore topics like climate justice, human rights, sustainable food systems, project management and ethical entrepreneurship. Interested in nature? Choose the International Nature Conservation specialisation and learn how to restore ecosystems, protect biodiversity and find solutions to environmental challenges. After graduation, you could work for international organisations like the United Nations or WWF, coordinate emergency aid, develop fair-trade supply chains or advise on climate policy. You can also work with local communities to protect nature and help them adapt to climate change. Or advise fast fashion companies on how to transition to sustainable products and supply chains. Whether you become a project manager, sustainability advisor, entrepreneur or lobbyist, you'll gain the skills, experience and international network to take action and help build a fairer, greener future.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English240 ECTSBachelor of ScienceField area: Agriculture & EnvironmentSector: Aarde en MilieuCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
Teaching formats
Case studyComputer assignmentsGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentation
About VHL University of Applied Sciences
VHL University of Applied Sciences (Van Hall Larenstein) specializes in life sciences with campuses in Velp and Leeuwarden. Known for programs in agriculture, food, nature management, and animal care. Strong connections with the Dutch agri-food sector.
Living in Velp
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€450/mo
Monthly total
€650–€1,100
Cost of living
Low
Population
23k

Rural, green, and specialized. Velp is essentially a small town focused on agricultural education, surrounded by forests and natural areas. The atmosphere is peaceful and study-focused.

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Specializations
Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
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Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: land(akker)bouw algemeen
Median starting salary (field)€2,986/mo gross
Months to a substantial job12
Permanent contract17%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 280%
Complete this degree32%
Continue studying after graduating29%
Women among first-years75%
Say workload is “just right”61%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.9/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 111 respondents
Content & set-up3.7
Teachers4
Atmosphere4.5
Involvement & contact3.9
Study guidance4
Testing & assessment3.5
Facilities3.8
Career preparation3.9
Teachers' English3.9
Would choose again3.7
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-08-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-06-01
Application deadline
2027-08-01
Non-EU deadline
2027-06-01
Upcoming open days
Open day
20 Nov 2026
Open day
21 Nov 2026
Open day
5 Feb 2027
Open day
6 Feb 2027
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C2
  • Cambridge First Certificate in English: B2
  • IELTS overall band: 6
Scholarships
Erasmus+Scholarship support for a semester abroad; availability depends on exchange eligibility.
Internships
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