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Studying in the Netherlands
Tilburg University
Ms. Zarrea Plaisier, M.Sc.
Overview
About the Netherlands
Image of “Holland”
Studying in the Netherlands
Tilburg University
About Tilburg University
Faculties
Campus
Undergraduate Programmes
General Structure
Educational Characteristics
Admission Requirements
General Information
City of Tilburg
Student Life
Practical Issues
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The image of “Holland”...
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World Famous Dutch Companies
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About the Netherlands
• Open-minded, multi-cultural society
• Advanced industries and trade
• Extensive and modern public
transportation system
• Most Dutch people speak English
• Safe and hospitable environment
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Studying in the Netherlands
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14 universities (3 specialised in engineering)
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42 universities of professional education
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About 1,376 programmes in English
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42,000 international students (50% EU)
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About Tilburg University
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Founded in 1927
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Six Faculties on one compact Campus
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12,000 students
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750 international students from 65 countries
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1,700 staff members
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170 full professors
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1,500 Master's degrees each year
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60 PhD degrees each year
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2,000 scientific publications each year
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Faculties
Tilburg University has 6 faculties:
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Economics and Business Administration
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Law
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Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Humanities
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TiasNimbas Business School
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Theology
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Rankings & Accreditations
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No. 11 in International Executive MBA in the world:
TiasNimbas Business School, Tilburg University
(Financial Times World Ranking 2007)
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No. 1 in Europe in Economics research according
to the latest ranking of the European Economic
Association
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No. 3 in Europe in Business Research according to
a ranking of the School of Management, Univeristy
of Texas at Dallas 2008
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AACSB International accreditation
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Royal Dutch Academy of Science accreditation
Green Wireless Campus
• All faculties in one location
• Surrounded by a forest and gardens
• Welcoming and convenient
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General Structure
Year
Program
Title
1st year
2nd year
Bachelor
BSc/BA
3rd year
4th year
Master
MSc/MA
MPhil
PhD
PhD/Dr.
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Undergraduate Programmes
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BA Liberal Arts
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BSc International Business Administration (IBA)
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BSc Economics
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BSc Econometrics and Operations Research
Taught fully in English with multi-cultural classroom
of around 35 nationalities
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Liberal Arts
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3 year Bachelor programme
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60 ECTS credits per year
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Interdisciplinary Study: Emphasis on the broad spectrum
of social sciences and Humanities
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4 Faculties involved: Law, Economics and Business,
Humanities and Social Science
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Curriculum:
> General part (courses: Language, Mind and Brain;
European History, Politics and Culture; Society, Culture
and Economy; Current European Problems)
> Major (Law, Humanities, Business, Social Sciences)
> Minor (Thematic, disciplinary, Venice International
University, Nexus, Babylon, Abroad)
> Bachelor Thesis
International Business Administration
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3 year Bachelor programme
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60 ECTS credits per year
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Courses in different fields of business:
organisation and strategy, marketing, finance,
accounting,operations management, cross cultural
psychology, etc
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Courses in economics:
microeconomics, macroeconomics
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Quantitative and skills courses:
mathematics, statistics, business & academic skills
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Research courses:
Methodology, Bachelor Thesis
Economics
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3 year Bachelor’s programme
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60 ECTS credits per year
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Courses in different fields of economics:
microeconomics, macroeconomics, financial
economics,international economics, institutions & incentives,
money, banking & financial markets,european economics, etc
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Courses in four main fields of business:
organisation, marketing, accounting and finance
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Quantitative and skills courses:
mathematics, statistics, econometrics, academic skills
Econometrics and Operations Research
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3 year Bachelor’s programme
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60 ECTS credits per year
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Courses in different fields of econometrics:
Mathematical analysis, linear algebra, probability theory etc
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Courses in economics and business:
ICT, Macro, Micro, Modelling in Business, Accounting
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Quantitative and skills courses:
mathematics, statistics, academic skills, Bachelor’s thesis
Educational Characteristics
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Small Groups
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Interactive Lectures
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Case Studies
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Group Assignments
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Student-centered
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International orientation
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Study Abroad
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Honours Programme
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Excellence Scholarships
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After the Bachelor
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Direct access to various Master’s programmes at
Tilburg University, depending on your Major
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Good chance to be admitted to top universities
world-wide
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Possibility of focusing on research by choosing a
two-year MPhil programme
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Internationally recognised degree, so excellent
career prospects, especially in international
organisations
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Graduate Programmes
In the fields of:
• Business and Economics
• Law
• Social Sciences
• Humanities
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Admission Requirements
All Bachelor’s programmes:
• Equivalent of Dutch pre-university diploma:
Abitur
• European / International Baccalaureate
• English Language Proficiency Test
(TOEFL/IELTS) – not for Abitur
Additional requirements for BSc programmes:
Mathematics
For BSc Economics and IBA: decentralised
selection
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Decentralised selection
Limited number of places available:
BSc IBA: 375
BSc Economics: 75
50% of all places assigned based on international
background, motivation and ambition.
Send your motivation letter no later than 15 May 2009
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City of Tilburg
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Tilburg = famous student city
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200,000 inhabitants (No. 6 in The Netherlands)
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Total of 25,000 students
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Centrally located in Europe, close to Amsterdam,
Brussels, Paris, Cologne etc.
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Lively city centre with yearly events, such as
Festival Mundial, the Tilburg fun fair and 013
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Student Life
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40 Student Associations (ICONN)
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Cultural Associations
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Organisation of exchanges, study trips,
conferences, guest lectures etc.
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Well-equipped sports facilities
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Welcome Week for new international students
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Mentor system
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750 international students from over 65 different
countries, such as Germany, China, Indonesia,
Russia, Spain etc.
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Practical Issues
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Guaranteed accommodation for first year
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Insurance
> Health and liability insurance necessary
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Visa
> Applicable for ALL students except those with a
nationality from EU, USA, Canada & Australia,
Japan, South Korea, Switzerland
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Tuition Fees and Living Costs
Tuition fee for 2009/2010 (Bachelor):
Non-EU: € 6,312 per year
EU students: € 1,620 per year*
*Dutch government offers tuition fee loan
www.ib-groep.nl
Cost of living: around € 9,600 per year
Part-time job (grant + free public
transportation card)
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Tuition Fees and Living Costs (2)
Accommodation per month:
€ 350 - € 450
Food, drinks, transportation:
€ 300
Books and readers:
€ 75
Health, liability and travel insurance:
€ 45
TOTAL:
€ 720 - € 870
Unique costs (if applicable):
Second-hand bicycle and lock:
€ 125
Sports Card:
€ 83
Why Study at Tilburg University?
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Excellent rankings and accreditations
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Worldwide-recognised degrees
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Outstanding (ICT) facilities
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Personal service for all international students
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Low tuition fees compared to similar top
universities
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Scholarships for graduate students
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Exchange programmes with top universities
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Gateway to Europe: close to Amsterdam, Brussels,
Cologne, London, Paris, …
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Increased career opportunities & international
network
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More Information
www.tilburguniversity.nl/prospectivestudents
Questions?
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