Erasmus guide Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Courses, housing, visa, campus life and exchange basics for studying at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences in Maastricht, the Netherlands.
City
MaastrichtCountry
the NetherlandsInternational
11% of students come from abroad, from 90 countries (Zuyd figures)
Enrollment
About 13,000 students across 11 locations in Maastricht, Sittard and Heerlen
Study abroad at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences: overview
Zuyd has about 13,000 students across 11 locations in Maastricht, Sittard and Heerlen; the university reports that 11% of its students come from abroad. It offers applied study in fields such as Hotel Management, Fine Arts and Design, International Business and Health. For exchange, check the specific programme, course language, campus and recognition with your home institution.
Enrollment
About 13,000 students across 11 locations in Maastricht, Sittard and Heerlen
International Mix
11% of students come from abroad, from 90 countries (Zuyd figures)
Why students choose it
Best fit: students who want Hotel Management, Fine Arts and Design, International Business, Health in Maastricht, 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: Dutch, English in selected international and exchange programmes
Exchange & application at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Partner universities nominate incoming exchange students. For the current published cycle, Zuyd lists 1 May and 1 October nomination deadlines and 1 June and 1 November application deadlines for fall and spring; confirm any earlier home-university deadline.
Official links
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Open page
Exchange page
The universityโs own page for incoming exchange students.
โ Requirements
Partner nomination, exchange application, learning agreement, transcript, and programme-specific language or portfolio requirements where relevant.
๐จNomination Process
The home university nominates the student to Zuyd; the student then follows Zuyd's incoming exchange instructions for the chosen faculty or programme.
๐งญOrientation Week
Events hub: https://www.zuyd.nl/en/programme-choice/exchange
๐๏ธDeadlines by intake
| Intake | Nomination deadline | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|
| 1st semester | 1 May for the fall semester; ask your home institution whether its internal deadline is earlier. | 1 June for the fall semester, after nomination. |
| 2nd semester | 1 October for the spring semester; ask your home institution whether its internal deadline is earlier. | 1 November for the spring semester, after nomination. |
Arrival Checklist
- Confirm campus location before booking housing
- Register with Maastricht Housing and private backups early
- Check project/lab/studio timetable
- Join Maastricht student onboarding channels
Academics & courses at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Expect applied projects, professional assignments and close programme structures. It is a better fit for hands-on students than for those seeking a broad research-university semester.
๐Course Registration
Exchange routes are programme-specific, so students should confirm the exact module package and campus before arrival.
๐Credit System
ECTS
๐ฏGrading System
Dutch 1-10 scale, with 5.5 or 6 often used as the minimum pass depending on programme.
โ๏ธExam Culture
Applied programmes often combine projects, presentations, practical work, portfolios, and written assessments.
๐Library Access
Library, digital systems and study spaces are normally activated after enrolment/orientation.
Tuition & fees at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Exchange students do not pay tuition fees at Zuyd, but remain responsible for housing, insurance, travel and daily costs. For 2026โ27, DUO lists a statutory fee of โฌ2,694; eligibility is conditional, while institutional rates may vary by programme.
| Student Type | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| EXCHANGE | EUR 0 / semester at host | Partner exchange students do not pay tuition fees at Zuyd during their exchange period. They remain responsible for accommodation, insurance, travel and dailโฆ |
| Full degree - statutory fee if eligible | EUR 2,694 / year (2026-27 statutory tuition) | The 2026โ27 statutory fee is set nationally by DUO. Eligibility depends on the programme, prior degree and nationality or residence status; confirm your own โฆ |
| 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 do not pay tuition fees at Zuyd during their exchange period. They remain responsible for accommodation, insurance, travel and dailโฆ
EUR 2,694 / year (2026-27 statutory tuition)
The 2026โ27 statutory fee is set nationally by DUO. Eligibility depends on the programme, prior degree and nationality or residence status; confirm your own โฆ
Programme-specific institutional fee
Non-EU/EEA full-degree fees vary by programme; use the official tuition calculator/page before applying.
Fees change annually โ verify current rates on the official exchange office page
Student housing at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Zuyd recommends starting early. Its guidance gives shared-room rent in Maastricht from around โฌ400/month, often excluding utilities, and says limited furnished short-stay rooms for incoming exchange students are first come, first served. Confirm your campus and current availability.
Full housing guide
Find housing in Maastricht
Official contacts, student residences, private platforms, tips & red flags.
Insurance & campus support at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Use Zuyd's exchange guidance and programme coordinator early. Applied programmes often have practical placements, attendance and schedule constraints.
๐ก๏ธMandatory Insurance
Yes
๐ช๐บEHIC Accepted
Yes
EHIC for eligible EU/EEA students
Adequate home-country or private cover for study-only students; Dutch basic insurance if required when working
Student life at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Student life is smaller and more regional than Amsterdam or Groningen. The upside is a cross-border Limburg base with Belgium and Germany close by.
Student Clubs
- ESN Maastricht
- Zuyd programme communities
- Maastricht student associations
Buddy Program
Programme and international office onboarding routes
Sports & Recreation
- Local gyms and Maastricht sports options
Public Groups & Communities
ESN Maastricht
MyMaastricht
Your First 2 Weeks
- Confirm campus and timetable
- Secure housing
- Attend Zuyd orientation
- Join Maastricht student groups
Key exchange dates at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
For the current published exchange cycle, Zuyd lists nominations by 1 May (fall) or 1 October (spring) and applications by 1 June or 1 November, respectively. Verify the cycle and any earlier home-institution deadline before booking travel.
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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 Maastricht 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.
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