Hanze University of Applied Science organises the Intensive Summer Prep Course in Groningen for new undergraduate students, coming to the Netherlands from abroad. During this 2-week course you will familiarise with the Dutch culture and education methods, sharpen your communication skills, and participate in the social programme, which will help you to know better your future classmates.

Upon course completion you will be well prepared for your English-taught Bachelor’s programme at Hanze UAS and student life in Groningen. Such preparation will give you an edge and will help you to excel in your studies!

Train to study in groups

A lot of attention at Hanze UAS is paid on working in groups as it is the best way to prepare for the future job, where you will work on team projects all the time. Such teamwork requires certain skills, which you will obtain through the summer course. You will work on group assignments with students of different nationalities and backgrounds. As the result, you will get to know with the Dutch teaching methods and will start your university programme well prepared.

Sharpen your English skills

For the next 4 years English will be your first language of communication. At the summer course you will sharpen your English skills both in speaking and writing. You will also learn to use this language within specialised topics of your university programme. English lessons will consist of small assignments, providing you enough practice to succeed in further education.

Explore Dutch culture

The Netherlands is a multicultural country with the rich history and original culture. To adopt to the Dutch lifestyle you will have to know about many things, ranging from meeting arrangement to riding a bicycle. The Intensive Summer Prep Course at Hanze UAS will give you a spotlight on these and other cultural topics.

Practical information

• The Hanze UAS Intensive Summer Prep Course will take place in Groningen, from 17th till 27th August, 2015.
• You must be admitted to one of the English-taught Bachelor’s programmes at Hanze UAS to apply for the course.
• Application deadline for all students is 15th May.
• Course fee is € 529 (this includes tuition and the social programme).

For more information and application details please visit the “Intensive Summer Prep Course” section at the Hanze UAS website: