FIRST. COME STUDIES STAY CURIOUS. INTERNATIONAL 13/14 AVANS UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES. Avans getting you ahead

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1 THE NUMBER 1 UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES. Avans has been proclaimed the best multi-stream University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. Source: Full-time Higher Professional Education Options Guide /14 AVANS UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES COME STAY CURIOUS. Avans getting you ahead INTERNATIONAL STUDIES FIRST.

2 Step into the world. Discover. Learn. Be surprised. Let go of the familiar. Embrace the new. Grow. In the most international country in the world. The Netherlands. DON T LIMIT YOURSELF. GOOD ENOUGH NEVER IS. Avans has a great deal to offer you. But we also ask a lot. We expect you to start your education with the strong intention of finishing it. You must have thought carefully about your choice of a specific course. You have decided what fits in best with your talents. With whom you are. With what you want to become. These are no easy considerations. So take your time to decide. Once you have a clear vision of where you want to go, odds are you will get there. WORLD CLASS STORIES. Check in at and meet some of the international students who have come to the Netherlands. Students from all over the world introduce themselves. And they share their experiences with you. It is the next best thing to being there.

3 CONTENTS COLOPHON This brochure is published by Avans University of Applied Sciences. The photographs have been produced in collaboration with former students of the School of Fine Art and Design St.Joost: Simone Mudde, Peter de Krom and Bob van der Vlist. BACHELOR S PROGRAMMES (4 YEARS) 06 Environmental Science for Sustainable Energy and Technology Finance and Control International Business and Management Studies International Maintenance Management BACHELOR S PROGRAMMES (SHORT) 12 Business Information Technology 13 Environmental Science short track 14 Information Technology 15 Medical Research and Biotechnology 18 Town Planning This pocket guide has been compiled with the greatest possible care. The information was demonstrably correct at the time of publication, however it may be amended or withdrawn without prior notice. No rights may therefore be derived from this pocket guide. For the latest information visit Preparatory Course Summer Course Sustainability in Commerce and Industry Avans Scholarship Programme for best-performing non-eea students Need to know 3

4 THE NETHERLANDS BY NUMBERS million inhabitants 19 million bicycles 190 nationalities 41,526 km² Longest distance border to border 300 km 67 multinational corporations 4th happiest population in the world Tallest people in the world Distance to Paris 426 km Distance to London 410 km Distance to Berlin 683 km Highest point: meters Lowest point: 6.7 meters below sea level Average temperatures: low 3 high 18 C 4 5

5 INTERNATIONAL STUDIES ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE FOR SUSTAINABLE ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY This course is aimed at solving environmental issues. Due to world developments there is a growing demand for young internationally-oriented environmental specialists. You could be one of them. Setting up an Environmental Energy Plan for a multinational. Investigating new sustainable energy sources. Improving air, water or soil quality. EACH YEAR A DIFFERENT FOCUS In the first year we focus on maths, chemistry, physics, biology and on basic language and communication skills. We also introduce the main environmental problems in projects and courses. In the second year, you will be assigned more advanced coursework and work on more advanced projects. New environmental areas of interest will be introduced. The third year begins with a 5-month individual work placement. These work placements range from working for an environmental consultancy to performing research with a research organisation or university. In the second half of the third year, you will follow the compulsory minor in Environmental Consultancy. In your fourth year, you can study the minor in Sustainable Energy. Or alternatively a minor in another programme or at another university. In the second half of the fourth year, you will complete your graduation assignment. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Environmental Science for Sustainable Energy and Technology offers excellent job opportunities. Government agencies offer jobs in the development and implementation of environmental policies. The industry has Environmental Health and Safety positions on offer. There is also a high demand for our graduates from consultancies. FINANCE AND CONTROL INTERNATIONAL STUDIES You are interested in international business and money flows. You like to work with figures as well as with people from different countries. The Finance and Control (F&C) programme teaches you to efficiently organise, implement and monitor all financial activities of international businesses. And you will learn to gather crucial information for managerial decisionmaking. Get ready for an international financial career! THE STUDY PROGRAMME During the 4-year programme you will learn about management and cost accounting, economics, fiscal law and intercultural management. You will also be trained in skills such as statistics, Excel and financial mathematics. The programme is entirely taught in English. International companies are involved in the development of the study programme. This guarantees that the standards of the professional field are met. You will spend 1.5 years of your study programme carrying out your choice of the work placement, minor, semester exchange or graduation internship. There is close contact with the professional field in all aspects. You will run projects with multinational organisations right from the start. You will carry out a work placement in year 3, and a graduation internship with an international organisation in year 4. Throughout the study programme you will work both individually as well as in small groups. The approach is personal. You will have your own personal coach from day one. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Borders are becoming less distinct. More and more, money flows internationally. That s why you will have a promising professional future ahead of you. Financial managers, project controllers, cost accountants and financial analysts are in high demand all over the world. And the international orientation gained throughout your study programme will give you major added value for any international company. Bachelor of Applied Sciences (BSC) End of August or higher, or an accepted Secondary school certificate, to Dutch havo, vwo or mbo with a science profile 4 years Economics Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) End of August or higher (no subscore below 6.0), or an accepted Secondary school certificate, to Dutch havo, vwo or mbo level 4 4 years 6 7

6 LET OP! HET WITTE VLAK IS ONDERDEEL VAN HET LOGO EN GEEFT BIJ GEBRUIK OP WITTE ONDERGROND DE MINIMALE VRIJE RUIMTE ROND HET LOGO AAN. INTERNATIONAL STUDIES INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES You like economics and are interested in international business. You look beyond borders and want to work with people from different countries and cultures. That makes International Business and Management Studies (IBMS) the right study programme for you! IBMS prepares you for a management position in an international organisation. THE STUDY PROGRAMME During a 4-year programme you will acquire a broad knowledge of international management, organisation, marketing, trade and finance. Relevant professional skills are also developed. These include intercultural teamwork, planning, leadership and business communication. The entire study programme is taught in English, but you also learn a second or even third foreign language. You will spend 1.5 years of your study programme carrying out your choice of the work placement, minor, semester exchange or graduation internship. You can also opt for a double degree with one of our partners in the USA, Germany, France, Italy or the UK. At the start of your study programme you will choose one of the following majors: International Business Studies (IBS) gives you in-depth knowledge of international business processes. Asian Business Studies (ABS) focuses on the rapidly growing Asian market. Cross-cultural Management and Languages (CML) places an emphasis on languages and the management of non-profit organisations. Throughout the study programme you will work both individually as well as in small groups. The approach is personal. You will have your own personal coach from day one. The programme is known for its truly international community of both students and lecturers. The IBMS programme is fully accredited by the NVAO and NIBS and has ranked in the top 3 in the Netherlands for the last 4 years. (Source: Full-time Higher Professional Education Options Guide) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Ongoing globalisation and increasing trade are boosting the demand for internationally trained managers. With an IBMS degree you are ready to work in a variety of jobs. From sales, marketing or export manager to a position in finance, logistics or operations. International Business is waiting for you! INTERNATIONAL MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Aircraft. Power plants. Drilling platforms. All technical systems need to be maintained. The larger and more complex the system, the more important proper maintenance becomes. And the more difficult. A refinery, airport or hospital cannot simply be shut down while a maintenance check is carried out. This is what makes international maintenance management so challenging and rewarding. THREE AREAS OF EXPERTISE Technology forms an important part of the programme. You will learn how to design maintenance procedures and make reliable predictions on operating life and replacement of assets. You will also learn how to assess safety risks and maintenance tenders. Business administration will become your second area of expertise. You will learn how to deal with management processes, quality control and more. But also with planning and budgeting, cost analyses and logistical issues. Maintenance is teamwork. For this reason we devote considerable attention to management and leadership in an international environment. But also to ergonomics, health and safety. The International Maintenance Academy is an initiative by: CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Maintenance professionals are active at multinationals all over the world. But also in small and medium-sized companies. You will start working at a company that utilises technical systems, or at a manufacturer of complex systems, as an adviser or a project manager. Economics Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) End of August or higher (no subscore below 6.0), or an accepted Secondary school certificate, to Dutch havo, vwo or mbo level 4 4 years (a shorter track is possible for the major in IBS, depending on previous education and experience) Years 1 and 2: Years 3 and 4: Vlissingen Bachelor of Engineering End of August or higher, or an accepted Secondary school certificate, to Dutch havo, vwo or mbo level 4 4 years 8 9

7 BETTER LIVING. YOUR OWN PLACE is usually not easy to find in a large city. So we are here to help you. We have a range of available places for you to live. We have made a selection based on price, quality and location. Read more about our accommodation guarantee on our website. You will also see examples of spaces and read comments from international students about their accommodation

8 INTERNATIONAL STUDIES BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Avans offers a flexible programme comprising three semesters. Semester one consists of preliminary knowledge. In semester two we focus on core knowledge of ICT. During semester three you will work on a graduation project. Depending on your prior knowledge, you can enrol for all or for a selection of these programmes in order to obtain the degree of Bachelor of ICT. You can follow the semesters individually, in which case you will receive a certificate for each semester. PROGRAMME SUMMARY Semester one: business process redesign, change management, innovation, project management and ICT implementation. Semester two: organisation, economics, change management, research, managing technology and innovation and soft skills. Semester three: 20-week graduation project in a company of your choice approved by the examination board. INTERNATIONAL STUDIES ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE SHORT TRACK Society is faced with the challenge of sustainable development. We need professionals who have the skills to engage in these developments. During this course you will learn, apply and integrate various technical and managerial skills to solve environmental problems. At the end of the programme you will spend five months on a graduation assignment at a company or organisation anywhere in the world. TWO YEARS, FOUR SEMESTERS The first semester focuses on chemistry, English, Dutch and environmental subjects. In the second and third semesters there are two minors. Here you will be joined by other students of Environmental Sciences. The minor in Environmental Consultancy focuses on solving common environmental issues. Soil remediation. Water treatment. Air pollution. All solutions need to be presented professionally. For this you need tools such as consultancy skills and English writing and presentation skills. These are part of the minor programme. The minor in Sustainable Energy focuses on the energy problem. The projects and lectures are developed in close cooperation with our Sustainable Energy research group. During the fourth semester you will work on an individual assignment. This is to demonstrate your ability to function as an environmental scientist. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Your prospects are excellent. Government agencies look for graduates for the development and implementation of environmental policies. The industry offers EHS positions. Consultancies look for specialists who know how to handle subjects varying from technical solutions to environmental licensing to policy-making. Bachelor of Information Technology and FEANI (European Federation of National Engineering Associations) engineer or certificates per semester or higher, or an accepted Knowledge will be tested by a competent examining body. Your level of knowledge will determine your starting semester One, two or three semesters DISCLAIMER This course will only take place if a sufficient number of students wish to enrol Bachelor of Applied Sciences (BSC) End of August or higher, or an accepted Two years of higher education in a science programme 2 years End of August or January depending on choice 12 13

9 INTERNATIONAL STUDIES INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INTERNATIONAL STUDIES MEDICAL RESEARCH AND BIOTECHNOLOGY Avans offers a flexible programme comprising three semesters. Semester one consists of preliminary knowledge. In semester two we focus on core knowledge of ICT. During semester three you will work on a graduation project. Depending on your prior knowledge, you can enrol for all or for a selection of these programmes in order to obtain the degree of Bachelor of ICT. You can follow the semesters individually, in which case you will receive a certificate for each semester. A huge amount of scientific research is carried out worldwide in the fields of medical research and biotechnology. Researchers use techniques involving molecular biology and biochemistry to gain more insight into the mechanisms of disease. On the other hand, very similar techniques can also be applied in order to engineer organisms and microorganisms or direct their metabolism in such a way that they produce valuable products. PROGRAMME SUMMARY Semester one: programming in Java, system development with RUP, business intelligence, websites, mobile applications. Semester two: algorithms, abstract data types, design patterns, domain modelling and service-oriented architecture. Semester three: 20-week graduation project in a company of your choice approved by the examination board. PRACTICAL APPROACH The two-year bachelor s programme in Medical Research and Biotechnology explores both interconnecting worlds. The programme consists of four semesters. It combines two minor programmes - Biotechnology and Medical Research - a 6-month work placement and a 6-month final research project. This project is to be carried out at an international research institute or company. On completing the programme you will have both theoretical knowledge and hands-on laboratory experience. This programme covers the following topics: The subjects are presented in the form of courses, master classes and laboratory training sessions. Research projects are defined in close collaboration with the professional field, and are carried out by students with comprehensive coaching from tutors. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES On completing the programme you will have both theoretical knowledge and hands-on laboratory experience. This will give you an excellent start on the job market or for a subsequent master s degree programme. Bachelor of Information Technology and FEANI (European Federation of National Engineering Associations) engineer or certificates per semester or higher, or an accepted Knowledge will be tested by a competent examining body. Your level of knowledge will determine your starting semester One, two or three semesters DISCLAIMER This course will only take place if a sufficient number of students wish to enrol Bachelor of Applied Science End of August or higher, or an accepted Two years of theoretical and hands-on experience in higher Life Science education 2 years End of August or January depending on choice 14 15

10 YOUR PERSONAL GUIDE. WELCOME. New environment, new people. Sounds exiting. It is. You will quickly get to know some great people. Accompanied by what we call a study buddy. A senior student who will show you around and help you find your way. Together you will check out the new city where you will be living. The first time you meet will probably be at the airport on the day of your arrival

11 INTERNATIONAL STUDIES INTERNATIONAL STUDIES TOWN PLANNING PREPARATORY COURSE This programme focuses on urban areas. Places where different parties live and work together. As Geoffrey West professor at Stanford University stated, urban population growth is the great theme of modern life. One that s unfolding all across the world. From the factory boomtowns of Southern China to the sprawling favelas of Rio de Janeiro. For the first time in history, the majority of human beings live in urban areas. How do you develop these areas in terms of their function, design and the quality of life they provide? Which stakeholders are involved? What rules and regulations apply? And what is technically possible? As a Town Planner you incorporate all this into your designs for the urban environment. SHAPING THE WORLD The facilities and buildings in an existing residential area need to be improved or renovated. As a town planner you design an image quality plan and a zoning plan. You develop the legislative provisions and consult with the developer and other interested parties. You then analyse the residential area from different perspectives and you draw up a zoning plan together with the stakeholders. During the implementation you ensure that the original plans are followed. You review and discuss whether the project has achieved its goals. The study programme comprises two semesters of project-based and problem-based learning, and a one-semester graduation assignment. A double degree is possible if there is a collaboration agreement between your own university and Avans University of Applied Sciences. Students who have studied Architecture, Town Planning or related studies for at least 3 years can follow this programme. The final semester, leading to a bachelor s or master s degree, can be completed at your own university. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES After graduating you will start a career in a company involved in urban planning. Or you will join an authority that is responsible for developing policy for the built environment. You will become an urban designer. In this function you will analyse urban areas and develop the drafts for zoning and land use plans. Or you will start as a project leader and coordinate policy development in relation to urban areas. During this course you will acquire a sufficient command of the English language. You will also be introduced to Western cultures and familiarized with the educational system at Avans. This course is the ideal preparation for a smooth transition to one of our 4-year bachelor s degree programmes: FULL-YEAR OR HALF-YEAR COURSE Depending on the level of your English language skills, you can enrol for a full-year or a half-year Preparatory Course. The course consists of an introduction and a language programme. The course includes: score of 6.0. (with sub-scores of 6.0 if required as prerequisite for some bachelor s degree programmes) with Avans educational system and working methods CERTIFICATION The Preparatory Course will end with an official Academic IELTS exam. On successful completion you will receive a certificate issued by Avans University of Applied Sciences, along with an official IELTS certificate. Tilburg Bachelor of Built Environment End of August or higher, or an accepted At least three years of higher education in Architecture, Town Planning or related studies 1.5 years CERTIFICATION IELTS score of 6.0 or higher End of August or end of January For 1-year programme: IELTS overall band score of 5.0 (no sub-scores below 5.0.) For 1/2-year programme: IELTS overall band score of 5.5 (no sub-scores below 5.5.) Minimum of secondary school certificate, to Dutch havo, vwo or mbo level 4 Before 01 June if starting in August for 1 year programme Before 01 November if starting in February for 0.5 year programme 1 year or ½ year 18 19

12 INTERNATIONAL STUDIES SUMMER COURSE SUSTAINABILITY IN COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY Discover how to protect the environment while at the same time allowing companies to grow. Work on a real-life project in just 3 weeks. You will be faced with the challenge of developing a new consumer product while taking into account the environment. You will learn about product development. Marketing and finance. But also about biotechnology and environmental science. On top of that, you will learn about project planning and multi-cultural teamwork. This approach gives you the opportunity to find out which field of study suits you best. ELEMENTS OF THE SUMMER COURSE Supply Chain Management Cradle-to-Cradle concept, water analysis, the water cycle managing cultural differences On completing the course you will have gained 3 European Credits and a better idea of your study preferences. AVANS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME FOR BEST-PERFORMING NON-EEA STUDENTS Avans offers a scholarship programme for the best-performing non-eea foreign students. Scholarships are available each year to approximately 80 top-ranking eligible students for all Avans study programmes. * QUALIFICATION You must meet three conditions in order to qualify for the Avans Scholarship Programme: 1. You are a registered non-eea student. 2. You have paid the institutional tuition fee. 3. You have obtained at least 60 ECTS during the 1st academic year and ranked among the best students in your class. NO APPLICATION NEEDED At the end of each academic year, the scholarships are automatically awarded to the eligible top-ranking students who are nominated by each academy. INTERNATIONAL STUDIES YOUR FUTURE The Summer Course introduces you to the wide range of academic opportunities at Avans University of Applied Sciences. This makes it easier to decide on your next step. MONETARY VALUE The Avans Scholarship is 3,000 per year for a maximum of two years during your entire study programme at Avans. OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS There are other possibilities for receiving a scholarship. The Nuffic website provides more information. Also check your national institution and government websites for scholarships available in your country. Economics, ECTS 3 credits 22 July - 09 August 2013 We recommend that you have mastered the English language at IELTS level 6.0 as a minimum (or ) 31 May 3 weeks MORE INFORMATION Check for more detailed information on the Avans Scholarship Programme. Contact our International Office if you have any further questions: internationaloffice@avans.nl or * No rights may be derived from this text. For information on the full programme offered by Avans University of Applied Sciences please refer to the Avans Scholarship Programme on the website or for information on the other scholarships visit

13 LEARNING BY DOING. APPLY THE SCIENCE. One thing you will notice right away is the teaching method. It is all about interaction and teamwork. The educational model is project-based and problem-solving-based learning. You share experiences and discoveries. Your fellow students become your team mates. You will be studying in an international environment. Make many international contacts. You will receive practical assignments from managers of international companies. You will be prepared for a managerial position in the world of international business. If your goal is an international career, then studying at Avans is the place to start. Here you will acquire state-of-the-art knowledge. You will also learn how to apply this knowledge within real business or professional projects. Our study programmes are geared perfectly to the requirements of organisations that operate at an international level. Avans graduates have an excellent reputation and often have a head start in the world of international business. They are employed in highly qualified positions all over the world

14 NEED TO KNOW S Avans is located in three cities in the southern part of the Netherlands. These cities are, s-hertogenbosch and Tilburg. TOP RANKING Avans is the leading University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. It has repeatedly been awarded the title of best multi-stream University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands by the Full-time Higher Professional Education Options Guide. Avans most recent award dates from Before applying to Avans, you should carefully read through the admissions requirements for the study programme you want to follow. Check the specific requirements for your study programme on the website. SCHOLARSHIPS There are several possibilities for receiving a scholarship. Check for detailed and up-to-date information. Also check your national institution and government websites for scholarships available in your country. XPLORA Xplora is the modern learning and working environment at Avans. Here you will find workstations with fast PCs and access to the Avans network. Prefer to use your own laptop, smartphone or tablet? Just log in to the wireless network. You can work independently in a quiet environment. Or with your project group. Staff are on hand to answer questions. In the multimedia studio you can edit audiovisual material. For example for a presentation. Xplora has a large collection of books, digital material and journals available on loan or to access. Naturally there are also photocopiers, scanners and printers. As well as comfy sofas and reading tables. Xplora is also a meeting place for all Dutch and international students. SPORTS FACILITIES Of course you are not going to spend all day with your head in a book. You also need to relax a little. That s why many students take part in sports. It is also a very quick way to meet new people. We therefore make sports as cheap as possible for students. Some sports are even completely free of charge. STUDYATAVANS.COM Here you can find out more about: INTERNATIONAL. The Dutch educational system is renowned for its excellent quality. All bachelor s and master s programmes are officially accredited by the Dutch higher education accreditation authorities. They also comply with European standards as set by the Bologna Agreement. This ensures you of a great start to your career anywhere in the world

15 INFORMATION: Avans International Office (at all locations) BREDA 076 Beukenlaan 1 Hogeschoollaan 1 Lovensdijkstraat s-hertogenbosch 073 Hervenplein 2 Onderwijsboulevard 215 Onderwijsboulevard 256 TILBURG 013 Meerkoldreef 6 Prof. Cobbenhagenlaan 13 26