The research influence of Dutch universities ranks in the forefront of EU countries.
The overall level of Dutch universities is relatively high, especially 13 regular universities, which have considerable influence in Europe and even the world. Among the 22 universities with the most scientific research influence in EU countries according to the EU scientific research report in 2003, seven universities in the Netherlands are on the list, ranking first among EU countries. Most of these universities in the Netherlands have a long history and a strong academic atmosphere. Take Leiden University as an example. It has a history of 430 years and has produced many Nobel Prize winners. Its international recognition is comparable to that of famous British and American universities.
Dutch universities have comprehensive universities that accept both arts and sciences, such as Leiden University and university of groningen. There is also the University of Amsterdam, which focuses on humanities and social sciences; There are also specialized technical colleges, such as Delft University of Technology and Eindhoven University of Technology. There is even Vakhnin Gen Agricultural University, which specializes in agriculture. Leiden University also has a special China Research Institute, and the major of Chinese language and literature is among the best in Europe.
Among the many majors offered by Dutch universities, business, law, art, water conservancy, architecture, agriculture, medicine and other majors, especially the professional expertise of Dutch universities. Take Delft University of Technology as an example, its graduates majoring in architectural engineering have played a decisive role in the construction of Rotterdam Port, the largest port in Europe, and the famous hydraulic engineering delta project in the Netherlands. Therefore, these famous majors in Dutch universities are not only recognized by European and American industries, but also attract many China students.
The number of courses taught in English ranks first among non-English-speaking countries.
The Netherlands has a high level of internationalization, which is also fully reflected in its education field. Most Dutch people with higher education can speak two or three foreign languages. English is more popular. In its universities, there are more than 800 English undergraduate and postgraduate courses, ranking first among non-English speaking countries. This provides ample choices for foreign students, especially for China students who only studied English before going abroad, so many English teaching courses are very attractive.
In addition, due to the internationalization and high popularity of English in the Netherlands, quite a few people in universities and research institutions hold important positions in international professional academic institutions and have a considerable say. Every year, many important international conferences and academic activities are held in the Netherlands. All these have made Dutch higher education more fully recognized by the international community, thus making the Dutch university diploma in the hands of China students recognized by more countries.
Tuition is relatively low, and there are many opportunities for scholarships and work-study programs.
Compared with British and American universities, the tuition fees of Dutch universities are relatively low. Usually, the undergraduate tuition fee is about 1 500-2,500 euros per year (1euro is about 10.6 yuan RMB). Although the fee for master's degree is much higher than that for undergraduate course, which is about 1.000- 1.05 million euros per year, it is still lower than that of British and American universities. Once you can become a doctoral student, you will usually be regarded as a researcher. Not only do you no longer have to pay tuition fees, but you can also earn a considerable income every month.
Studying in the Netherlands has the opportunity to get various scholarships. There are many kinds of scholarships in colleges and universities, and students can apply selectively according to their own specific conditions. Among them, there are Delta scholarships for international students from China, Indonesia and South Africa. Many China students have benefited from it.
Apart from scholarships, work-study program is also an important way for students studying in China to maintain their studies. In fact, most self-funded international students work in their spare time to pay for their study and living expenses. According to Dutch law, officially registered students can work, but the number of hours per week should not exceed 65,438+00 [fs: page], and there is no time limit, only in summer vacation. Generally speaking, it is easier to find job opportunities near big cities in the Netherlands (including Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht). For international students in China, most job opportunities are in Chinese restaurants, and the current salary level is generally 5- 10 Euro/hour.
Although the consumption level in the Netherlands is relatively high in Europe, the life of China students is relatively frugal, and their daily expenses are mainly concentrated on accommodation. According to the reporter, the monthly living expenses of most China students in the Netherlands are around 500 euros. If you have been working all the time, you can basically maintain your study and living expenses by finding more jobs in summer.
Basic conditions for applying to Dutch universities
Students from China must have a good English foundation when applying for Dutch universities. At present, most Dutch universities require applicants to provide IELTS scores, and the general standard is between 5.5 and 6.5. To apply for an undergraduate course, you need to have a high school diploma; Applying for a master's degree requires a bachelor's degree certificate and a bachelor's degree certificate. Some colleges or majors may attach other conditions.
In addition, most universities in the Netherlands also require applicants to provide financial proof to ensure that they can pay for their study and living expenses after arriving in the Netherlands. The specific amount depends on the tuition standard and planned study period of the major the applicant applies for.