Tuition (non-EU)
€9800
IELTS minimum
6
Institution
University university
City
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Fields
business, engineering, design
Why this works
- EU-accredited applied-sciences degree opens post-study work via the Dutch 1-year Zoekjaar orientation permit.
- Tuition of €9,800/year is among the lower-cost options for English-taught programmes in Western Europe.
- IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is accessible for most CIS applicants without intensive additional preparation.
- Covers three in-demand fields — business, engineering, and design — under one institution.
- Holland Scholarship of €5,000 (one-time) is available to RU, UA, KZ, and UZ students.
- Rotterdam is the Netherlands' second city and Europe's largest port, offering strong internship and job access in logistics, trade, and engineering.
What to check
- Russian students face payment complications: SWIFT transfers to the Netherlands are blocked, requiring intermediary solutions.
- Accommodation is not guaranteed — dormitory availability requires direct confirmation, and private housing costs €700–1,500/month.
- Financial proof requirement is substantial: roughly €13,569 in a blocked account or sponsor letter must be demonstrated for the visa.
- Daily life in Rotterdam requires Dutch for local services, transport, and housing searches — English alone is limiting outside campus.
- Specific English-taught programme availability and admission deadlines are not confirmed in this file and must be verified on the university website.
Accommodation
€650-1100/mo private — SSH Rotterdam from €280/mo; private studios €650-900.
Scholarships
Holland Scholarship: one-time €5,000 first-year grant for non-EU students. Apply directly to the institution. BY eligibility uncertain for 2026 intake.
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.