The Hague University of Applied Sciences (HUAS) is a relatively new university, founded in 1987. The university campus is surrounded by water and resembles a city within a city. It ranks 36th in the country. The university follows the motto “Look at the world with open eyes,” and in keeping with it, places itself at the center of society. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for a confident start in a global society that changes every day. The university offers highly qualified education, combining theory and practice through the work of its research centers. Since 2012, HUAS research has focused on 6 categories – global citizenship, public administration and the urban environment; economics, leadership and entrepreneurship; quality of life; from educational institutions to knowledge institutions; the new world; and technology. The university has a highly international character, welcoming students from 143 countries and maintaining partnerships with companies, public bodies and other organizations at both the regional and international level. This gives students the opportunity to spend half a year or a full year in another country through an Erasmus program, as well as the opportunity for an internship in a given industry. The city of The Hague itself is an international center and hosts many large companies such as Shell, Unilever and DSM, to name just a few. All of them offer internship opportunities to students and take part as guest lecturers at the university.
The Hague is the administrative capital of the Netherlands, located in the south of the country, and is its third largest city. Known as the city of “peace, justice and security,” The Hague is a metropolitan cultural center rich in interesting attractions and monuments – the municipal art museum, the Mauritshuis royal gallery, the Peace Palace and many others. The city hosts a number of music events such as the Parkpop festival, held every year in June. It is the second largest tourist destination after Amsterdam, welcoming about 1.2 million tourists a year, who contribute about €2 billion annually to the country's economy.
Bachelor's programs in English (For a detailed list of programs taught in Dutch, ask one of our consultants)
- Communication and Multimedia Design
- European Studies
- Industrial Design Engineering
- International Business and Management Studies
- International Communication Management
- International Financial Management and Control
- International and European Law
- Process and Food Technology
- Public Management
- Safety and Security Management
The university also offers several master's programs taught in English. For a detailed list, ask our consultants.
Key information
Program length:
3-4 years for bachelor's programs
1-2 years for master's programs
Academic year:
2 semesters - September and February
Start of the year:
September for bachelor's and master's programs
Application deadline:
For bachelor's programs, deadlines are up to May 1.
For master's programs the deadline is August 20, but the university advises applying as early as possible.
Admission requirements:
High school diploma, depending on the major.
IELTS
For bachelor's and master's programs, a minimum of 6.0, depending on the major.
TOEFL
For bachelor's and master's programs, a minimum of 80, depending on the major.
For Dutch language qualifications, ask one of our consultants.
Cambridge English: Advanced/Proficiency
For bachelor's and master's programs, Advanced or Proficiency with a minimum of C, depending on the major.
Scholarships and loans
The tuition fee for bachelor's programs is €1951. MBA - €17750; Master of Financial Management and Control and Master in International Communication Management – €15200.
Accommodation:
The university does not have its own residence halls as in the UK, but it works with external companies that provide student housing. Rent ranges between €300 and €600, depending on the residence. Living in The Hague costs about €500-€600 per month. Textbooks, however, cost about €800.