Society, Sustainability and Planning
University of Groningen • Groningen • Agriculture and environment
Admissions & requirements
- 1. Previous Education
Access with research university, bachelor degree: Human Geography and Regional and Urban Planning, Spatial Planning and Design, Urban studies, Land Use Planning and Management, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration and Cultural Geography. You might also have access with Urban/Rural Sociology (with a focus on place-space theories and governance), Environmental Management (with a focus on governance/policy/public administration). Environmental Psychology (with a focus on governance/policy/
- 2. Additional Subject
In order to asses you previous education the Admissions Board requires course descriptions.
- 3. Language Test
English on VWO level or one of the following equivalents: * IELTS overall band 6.5, no less than 6.0 on each section * TOEFL internet based: Overall: 90 Reading: 18 Listening: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing: 21 * Cambridge English: Cambridge certificate C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (formerly known as CAE/CPE) * European Baccalaureate, English level L1 or L2 * Please note that TOEFL MyBest Scores are not considered in the Admissions procedure A prospective student can always appl
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).
Accreditations
Scholarships
International students may be eligible for the Holland Scholarship (€5,000). Check your eligibility in our guide.
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