HZ University of Applied Sciences
About
HZ University of Applied Sciences in Vlissingen teaches engineering and business for €8,500/year — below average for Dutch public applied-sciences universities. IELTS 6.0 keeps entry accessible, and the EU diploma comes with Schengen-area study recognition, the €5,000 Holland Scholarship, and the right to work 16h/week in term and full-time in summer.
Vlissingen is a small coastal town (40,000 people) on Zeeland's shore—water, windmills, agricultural surroundings, and low living costs (€700–900/month). It's quiet, intimate, perfect if you want a tight student community and actual space to think, not the rush of a big city. The beach culture is real; locals are outdoors constantly.
Application deadlines
- SeptemberMay 01
Non-EU standard. Vlissingen and Middelburg campuses (Zeeland). Small cohorts, affordable.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at HZ University of Applied Sciences as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at HZ University of Applied Sciences is €8500 per year. Living costs in Vlissingen are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for HZ University of Applied Sciences?
English-taught programmes at HZ University of Applied Sciences typically require IELTS 6 or equivalent. Confirm the exact requirement per programme on the official admissions page.
How much money do you need to show for a student visa to Netherlands?
For a student residence permit in Netherlands you must prove €13,569 per year (2026, Immigration service (IND) — required amounts: https://ind.nl/en/required-amounts-income-requirements).
Does HZ University of Applied Sciences offer 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.
Where is HZ University of Applied Sciences located?
HZ University of Applied Sciences is in Vlissingen, Netherlands. Ravelijn 1, 4382 NJ Vlissingen, Netherlands
What can you study at HZ University of Applied Sciences?
Fields offered include: Engineering, Business.
Accommodation
Coastal Zeeland location. Most affordable student housing in NL. Quiet environment.
SourceScholarships
- 🏛Holland Scholarship (€5,000)
Holland Scholarship: one-time €5,000 first-year grant for non-EU students. Apply directly to the institution. BY eligibility uncertain for 2026 intake.
National funding for this destination
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Why this works
- Tuition is €8,500/year — below average for Dutch public universities of applied sciences.
- IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is accessible for most CIS applicants without extensive prep.
- EU diploma with full Schengen-area study experience opens European job markets.
- Holland Scholarship offers €5,000 (year 1) — available to RU, UA, KZ, UZ students.
- Students can work 16 h/week during term and full-time in summer without a separate work permit.
- After graduation, a 1-year orientation permit (Zoekjaar) lets you stay and job-hunt in the EU.
What to check
- Vlissingen is a small coastal city — limited part-time job market and nightlife compared to Amsterdam or Rotterdam.
- Daily life in the Netherlands requires Dutch; English suffices on campus but not in shops, housing, or municipal offices.
- Russian students face visa complications: embassy access only in Moscow, SWIFT transfers to NL blocked.
- Belarusian students have no confirmed standard visa pathway — contact with the Dutch immigration service (IND) required before applying.
- Accommodation costs €450–900/month in dorms or €700–1,500 privately, on top of tuition — total budget is substantial.
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