Spatial Planning and Design
University of Groningen • Groningen • Engineering
Admissions & requirements
- 1. Additional Knowledge
If you are interested in taking the Colloquium Doctum (21+) entrance test, please contact the Study Advisor ([email protected]).
- 2. Language Test
Students without English on a VWO level have to take a language test: * IELTS International English Language Testing System (Academic version) 6.0, with a minimum score of 6.0 on each section * TOEFL: minimum overall score 80 (reading: 18, listening: 18, speaking: 20, writing: 21) * Cambridge English C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency See the international tab if you have an international degree. A prospective student can always apply for an exemption from the English language test. The stude
- 3. Math Test
You should have at least Mathematics A. If this is not the case, you will be asked to prove your level of mathematics by obtaining one of the accepted mathematics certificates. List of accepted mathematics tests: https://www.rug.nl/education/application-enrolment-tuition-fees/admission/procedures/application-informatie/with-non-dutch-diploma/entry-requirements/bachelor-entry-requirements/ See the international tab if you have an international degree.
Language requirements
Standard requirement for HBO/WO programs: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80. Note: Specific scores for this program are being verified.
Estimated Monthly Expenses

University of Groningen
GroningenResearch University
Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen is the second oldest university in the Netherlands with over 33,000 students. Known for its vibrant student city atmosphere (1 in 4 residents is a student), excellent research output, and 4 Nobel Prize laureates including Ben Feringa (Chemistry 2016).
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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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