University of Twente
The University of Twente (UT) is a modern and innovative university with a focus on sustainability, technology, and future-oriented education. With excellent public transport options and train connections, UT is just 2 hours from Amsterdam.
- Country
- Holland
- Agreement
- Erasmus+
- Type
- Studies
About the partner institution
The University of Twente was initially established as a technical college in 1961 and was accredited as a university in 1984. There is a strong focus on innovative, attractive, and future-oriented education. The university has around 11,000 students, and many of its programmes are offered in English.
The university is located in the city of Enschede, which is on the border with Germany and, with its 160,000 inhabitants, is the largest city in the eastern Netherlands. There are almost 30,000 students in the city, and it offers numerous student activities, cafes, and nightlife. Amsterdam is about 2 hours away by train, and the German student city of Münster is only 1.5 hours away.
Available places: 18 places are available, 14 of which belong to study programmes at the Faculty of Engineering and Science (two places for each programme), and 4 belong to the School of Business and Law and the Faculty of Social Sciences.
Requirements
You must be enrolled on a study programme at UiA and have completed a minimum of 60 credits before you go on exchange. In the description of your study programme you will find more information about other possible requirements for applying for an exchange.
Credits and courses
There are many opportunities at Twente. It is possible to choose courses from other fields of study, if your study programme allows it. Twente also offers various packages and project work.
Tuition fees and scholarships
The University of Agder (UiA) has an Erasmus+ agreement with this university. Students do not have to pay tuition fees, but in some cases, a small semester fee may be required. You can apply for a grant through the EU's Erasmus+ programme.
Accommodation
The University of Twente provides assistance with finding accommodation. You can find information about housing here.
How to apply
Application deadlines:
- 10 February for exchange in the autumn semester or full year exchange
- 10 September for exchange in the spring semester