Erasmus guide Hanze University of Applied Sciences
Courses, housing, visa, campus life and exchange basics for studying at Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen, the Netherlands.
City
GroningenCountry
the NetherlandsTuition
EUR 0 / year
International
About 10% international students in Hanze material
Study abroad at Hanze University of Applied Sciences: overview
Study abroad at Hanze University of Applied Sciences means choosing a large Groningen applied-sciences university with around 28,000-30,000 students, project-based exchange routes and strengths in business, engineering, arts, health and communication. In practice, the useful context is enrollment: Around 28,000-30,000 students in institutional/partner material; international mix: About 10% international students in Hanze material; academically it fits best around International Business, Communication and Media, Engineering, Health and Sports. The part to check without romanticising it: you should confirm your home faculty accepts applied, practice-led coursework.
Enrollment
Around 28,000-30,000 students in institutional/partner material
International Mix
About 10% international students in Hanze material
Why students choose it
Best fit: students who want International Business, Communication and Media, Engineering, Health and Sports in Groningen, with a course list that genuinely matches their home degree. Do not choose it on reputation alone; watch this trade-off: you should confirm your home faculty accepts applied, practice-led coursework.
Language of instruction: English, Dutch
Exchange & application at Hanze University of Applied Sciences
Hanze exchange is usually organised through semester programmes and partner instructions. Check the package, campus and timetable before deciding where to live.
✅Requirements
- Partner nomination
- Exchange application
- Programme-specific prerequisites
- Good English standard, normally B2 CEFR expected by partner selection
📨Nomination Process
Students from Hanze partner institutions nominated for one of the fixed exchange programmes.
🧭Orientation Week
🗓️Deadlines by intake
| Intake | Nomination deadline | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|
| 1st semester | Usually spring; confirm the current partner deadline with your home university. | Usually late spring or early summer after nomination; faculty pages can differ. |
| 2nd semester | Usually autumn; spring-intake places and courses can be more limited. | Usually autumn after nomination; do not book housing or flights before acceptance. |
Arrival Checklist
- Choose a fixed exchange programme that matches the agreement
- Start housing search immediately
- Prepare for project-based applied learning
- Join Groningen student onboarding
Academics & courses at Hanze University of Applied Sciences
Expect applied projects, teamwork, presentations and practical assessment. It is less research-theory heavy than University of Groningen and better for hands-on credits.
📝Course Registration
Hanze exchange is based on fixed programmes; mixing courses across programmes is usually limited by timetable and agreement rules.
🎓Credit System
ECTS
💯Grading System
Grades normally use the Dutch 1-10 scale; conversion depends on the home university.
✍️Exam Culture
Expect continuous assessment, group work and exam or resit windows; do not book return travel before exam dates are final.
📚Library Access
Library, digital systems and study spaces are normally activated after enrolment/orientation.
Tuition & fees at Hanze University of Applied Sciences
Partner exchange normally means no Hanze tuition. Full-degree fees follow Dutch HBO statutory or institutional rules, while Groningen housing still needs early planning.
| Student Type | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| EXCHANGE | EUR 0 / semester at host | Partner exchange students normally pay their home university, not Hanze University of Applied Sciences. |
| Full degree - EU/EEA statutory fee | EUR 2,694 / year (2026-27 statutory tuition) | Dutch statutory tuition is set nationally by DUO; programme exceptions can apply. |
| Full degree - non-EU/EEA institutional fee | Programme-specific institutional fee | Non-EU/EEA full-degree fees vary by programme; use the official tuition calculator/page before applying. |
EUR 0 / semester at host
Partner exchange students normally pay their home university, not Hanze University of Applied Sciences.
EUR 2,694 / year (2026-27 statutory tuition)
Dutch statutory tuition is set nationally by DUO; programme exceptions can apply.
Programme-specific institutional fee
Non-EU/EEA full-degree fees vary by programme; use the official tuition calculator/page before applying.
Fees change annually — verify current rates on the official exchange office page
Student housing at Hanze University of Applied Sciences
Look near Zernike, the centre or good bike routes. Cheap outer rooms are workable if the commute and winter weather are realistic.
Full housing guide
Find housing in Groningen
Official contacts, student residences, private platforms, tips & red flags.
Insurance & campus support at Hanze University of Applied Sciences
Hanze support is practical: exchange programme teams, student services, onboarding and campus facilities. Use them before module changes become hard.
🛡️Mandatory Insurance
Yes
🇪🇺EHIC Accepted
Yes
EHIC
Private international student insurance
Student life at Hanze University of Applied Sciences
You get Groningen's full student-city rhythm plus an applied campus culture. ESN, sports, music, arts and project groups make integration easier.
Student Clubs
- ESN Groningen
- Hanze study associations
- ACLO sports
Buddy Program
Hanze and ESN onboarding routes
Sports & Recreation
- ACLO sports
Public Groups & Communities
ESN Groningen
At Home in Groningen
Your First 2 Weeks
- Confirm exchange programme timetable
- Secure housing
- Get bike and OV-chipkaart
- Join ESN/Hanze events
Key exchange dates at Hanze University of Applied Sciences
Nomination, package application, housing and orientation are the main milestones. Applied modules can have fixed attendance from week one.
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1
Nomination and application
Spring for first semester; autumn for second semester
Your home university nominates first; the host application and Learning Agreement come after that.
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2
Housing and course registration
As soon as acceptance and portal access arrive
Rooms in Groningen move early. Check course approval before signing a long commute or private contract.
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3
Arrival and orientation
Late August / early September or late January / early February
Use orientation for registration, campus systems, student associations, insurance and daily-life setup.