Studying in the Netherlands Tilburg University. Ms. Zarrea Plaisier, M.Sc.

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1 Studying in the Netherlands Tilburg University Ms. Zarrea Plaisier, M.Sc.

2 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 2

3 The image of Holland... 3

4 World Famous Dutch Companies 4

5 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 5

6 Studying in the Netherlands 14 universities (3 specialised in engineering) 42 universities of professional education About 1,376 programmes in English 42,000 international students (50% EU) 6

7 About Tilburg University Founded in 1927 Six Faculties on one compact Campus 12,000 students 750 international students from 65 countries 1,700 staff members 170 full professors 1,500 Master's degrees each year 60 PhD degrees each year 2,000 scientific publications each year 7

8 Faculties Tilburg University has 6 faculties: Economics and Business Administration Law Social and Behavioral Sciences Humanities TiasNimbas Business School Theology 8

9 Rankings & Accreditations No. 11 in International Executive MBA in the world: TiasNimbas Business School, Tilburg University (Financial Times World Ranking 2007) No. 1 in Europe in Economics research according to the latest ranking of the European Economic Association No. 3 in Europe in Business Research according to a ranking of the School of Management, Univeristy of Texas at Dallas 2008 AACSB International accreditation Royal Dutch Academy of Science accreditation

10 Green Wireless Campus All faculties in one location Surrounded by a forest and gardens Welcoming and convenient 10

11 General Structure Year Program Title 1 st year 2 nd year 3 rd year Bachelor BSc/BA 4 th year Master PhD MSc/MA MPhil PhD/Dr. 11

12 Undergraduate Programmes BA Liberal Arts BSc International Business Administration (IBA) BSc Economics BSc Econometrics and Operations Research Taught fully in English with multi-cultural classroom of around 35 nationalities 12

13 Liberal Arts 3 year Bachelor programme 60 ECTS credits per year Interdisciplinary Study: Emphasis on the broad spectrum of social sciences and Humanities 4 Faculties involved: Law, Economics and Business, Humanities and Social Science 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

14 International Business Administration 3 year Bachelor programme 60 ECTS credits per year Courses in different fields of business: organisation and strategy, marketing, finance, accounting,operations management, cross cultural psychology, etc Courses in economics: microeconomics, macroeconomics Quantitative and skills courses: mathematics, statistics, business & academic skills Research courses: Methodology, Bachelor Thesis

15 Economics 3 year Bachelor s programme 60 ECTS credits per year Courses in different fields of economics: microeconomics, macroeconomics, financial economics,international economics, institutions & incentives, money, banking & financial markets,european economics, etc Courses in four main fields of business: organisation, marketing, accounting and finance Quantitative and skills courses: mathematics, statistics, econometrics, academic skills

16 Econometrics and Operations Research 3 year Bachelor s programme 60 ECTS credits per year Courses in different fields of econometrics: Mathematical analysis, linear algebra, probability theory etc Courses in economics and business: ICT, Macro, Micro, Modelling in Business, Accounting Quantitative and skills courses: mathematics, statistics, academic skills, Bachelor s thesis

17 Educational Characteristics Small Groups Interactive Lectures Case Studies Group Assignments Student-centered International orientation Study Abroad Honours Programme Excellence Scholarships 17

18 After the Bachelor Direct access to various Master s programmes at Tilburg University, depending on your Major Good chance to be admitted to top universities world-wide Possibility of focusing on research by choosing a two-year MPhil programme Internationally recognised degree, so excellent career prospects, especially in international organisations 18

19 Graduate Programmes In the fields of: Business and Economics Law Social Sciences Humanities 19

20 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 20

21 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

22 City of Tilburg Tilburg = famous student city 200,000 inhabitants (No. 6 in The Netherlands) Total of 25,000 students Centrally located in Europe, close to Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Cologne etc. Lively city centre with yearly events, such as Festival Mundial, the Tilburg fun fair and

23 Student Life 40 Student Associations (ICONN) Cultural Associations Organisation of exchanges, study trips, conferences, guest lectures etc. Well-equipped sports facilities Welcome Week for new international students Mentor system 750 international students from over 65 different countries, such as Germany, China, Indonesia, Russia, Spain etc. 23

24 Practical Issues Guaranteed accommodation for first year Insurance Visa > Health and liability insurance necessary > Applicable for ALL students except those with a nationality from EU, USA, Canada & Australia, Japan, South Korea, Switzerland 24

25 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 Cost of living: around 9,600 per year Part-time job (grant + free public transportation card) 25

26 Tuition Fees and Living Costs (2) Accommodation per month: Food, drinks, transportation: 300 Books and readers: 75 Health, liability and travel insurance: 45 TOTAL: Unique costs (if applicable): Second-hand bicycle and lock: 125 Sports Card: 83

27 Why Study at Tilburg University? Excellent rankings and accreditations Worldwide-recognised degrees Outstanding (ICT) facilities Personal service for all international students Low tuition fees compared to similar top universities Scholarships for graduate students Exchange programmes with top universities Gateway to Europe: close to Amsterdam, Brussels, Cologne, London, Paris, Increased career opportunities & international network 27

28 More Information Questions? 28