Windesheim University of Applied Sciences
Strengths
Windesheim is one of the top three universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands, known for its personal approach, small classes (15-20 students) and close collaboration with business and public institutions. In the Netherlands, there are two types of university. Windesheim is a university of applied sciences. This means that, in addition to theoretical knowledge, students gain practical experience through internships, professional projects, group work, workshops and lectures.
Major, Academics
Courses in English. The university offers six courses (electives) that are open to all exchange students:
- Introduction module of Windesheim and the Netherlands in an international context
- (obligatory)
- Dutch Language (I + II)
- Dutch Society (I + II)
- Intercultural Awareness
- Drama and Improvisation
A Dutch language course is offered to all foreign students, so that they can familiarize themselves with the language and the typical habits of the country.
more information: https://www.windesheim.com/study-programmes/exchange-programmes
Campus
Windesheim’s main campus is located in Zwolle, a friendly, lively town just an hour’s drive from Amsterdam. The city is well known for its authentic town center, with numerous cafés, restaurants, parks and stores. Once you’ve rented your bike, it’s easy to get around the Campus and the city.
Throughout the Zwolle campus, you’ll find spaces for individual and group work. The facilities are state-of-the-art: a fully equipped media center – full WiFi coverage in and around the campus – a virtual learning environment – a campus and photocopy store – sports halls – fitness rooms – a dojo for karate and judo – indoor soccer halls – an indoor heated swimming pool – a climbing wall – a bike repair shop – several cafés and canteens.
Cost of living: around €800 per month.
Minimum accommodation costs between €300 and €500/month
more information: https://www.windesheim.com/practical-information/facilities-and-special-needs
To discover
Zwolle is a Dutch town, capital of the province of Overijssel. Located 80 kilometers northeast of the capital Amsterdam, it was once part of the Hanseatic League, the historic association of northern European merchant towns around the North and Baltic Seas. The town boasts a medieval center, a magical theater, a wide variety of stores, friendly hotels and restaurants, and several magnificent parks. Zwolle really does have everything you’d expect from a modern city, while retaining the intimacy of the past. Historic facades, city walls and towers, the 600-year-old Sassenpoort (city gate) and the star-shaped canal, flanked by impressive merchant houses and trees, are the hallmarks of Zwolle.
A Hanseatic city lives on the water, which means that waterways play an important role in Zwolle. You can explore the canal around the old town on a boat tour.
Be amazed by the works of Vincent van Gogh and Piet Mondriaan at the Fundatie Museum.
The Blauwvingerdagen days take place in July: one of the biggest markets in the Netherlands, with 450 stands.
Good to know
Public transportation:
- Reductions possible for off-peak hours and weekends (rail) www.ns.nl
- Bus tickets: OV smart card (one-way tickets from €1 to €3)
- Schiphol – Zwolle train ticket: €20.90 (one-way, 2nd class)
Meals: hot meals in the campus canteen from 6€.
There are plenty of bicycles in Zwolle, and the city also has a reputation as a “cycling city”. The cycling network includes bike lanes, tunnels, bridges and guarded bike parks in the city. The cycling network includes bike lanes, in some places even traffic lights with precipitation sensors.tunnels, bridges and guarded bike parking in the city. In bad weather, the light stays green longer for cyclists.
What's going on?
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The data is for information only. Please visit the partner university’s website to make sure you have the most up-to-date information.
The number of places in Erasmus + is limited. The granting of the scholarship is therefore not automatic and the amount may vary. However, we invite you to apply because exchange places (excluding Erasmus +) may be offered. Please refer to the Erasmus+ section.
Eligibility
Score TOEFL required: 550
ISTEC B3, PGE3, PGE4
Documents required
Resume (in English)
Transcript of records
ID Document
Cover letter (in English)
Additional documents will be requested according to the destination
Planning
AUTUMN
Orientation: few days before lectures start
Lectures start : end of August
End of lectures and exams : early February
SPRING
Orientation: few days before lectures start
Lectures start : end of January
End of lectures and exams : early July
more information: https://www.windesheim.com/practical-information/academic-calendar
more information: https://www.windesheim.com/practical-information/academic-calendar
Procedures
Identity card or passport (mandatory for destinations outside the EU) valid for six months after your return date.
Incoming students who need a visa and a residence permit to study in the Netherlands must apply for a visa through the university’s international office.
Visa application fee: Entry visa (MVV) + Residence permit (VVR): 192 euros
Only residence permit (VVR) : 192 euros
www.windesheim.com/practical-information/studying-at-windesheim/visa
European Health Insurance Card required for European students.
Students who need a visa to be able to study in the Netherlands are asked to take out a health insurance from for example AON. www.windesheim.com/practical-information/studying-at-windesheim/insurance/
Accommodation
Finding accommodation in the Netherlands is a real challenge. We advise you to start your search as early as possible, 4/5 months in advance. The university does not have its own accommodation on campus, but offers accommodation in Zwolle city center, in collaboration with agencies.
more information: https://www.windesheim.com/practical-information/student-housing
