Dear student,

In our world where transcontinental distances seem shorter

than ever and new means of communication enable us to
contact each other in the twinkling of an eye, it is evident
that international business relationships are intensifying
and globalisation is a fact. Our rapidly changing world
needs executives and managers that know how to deal with
internationalisation and globalisation, regardless of their
professional fields.

Studying at HZ University of Applied Sciences means you

have chosen the world as your working field. We offer a great
number of courses in English that are followed by students
from a variety of countries on different continents. Our study
programmes are geared to international contacts, highlighting
indispensable knowledge and skills such as intercultural
relations, international legislation and regulations, flexibility
and adaptability.

The decision to continue your studies abroad is a big and

important step in your career. Choosing for the Netherlands,
renowned through the ages for its international allure and
business instinct, is one; choosing for HZ that values every
student as an individual and for the beautiful seaside town
of Vlissingen is the second step. We have all the ingredients
to make you feel at home from your very first day. HZ is a
university on a human scale. Classes are small and every
student has a personal study coach to help you map out your
study programme and define your career objectives. Vlissingen
has a lot to offer, all your classmates live at a short walking
or biking distance, there are plenty of opportunities for water
sports and the beach is at your disposal 24/7.

Choosing for HZ is giving yourself the best career move you

can imagine as we offer nothing but the highest quality.
Most of our study programmes rank among the top ten in
the Netherlands. In our truly international and modern
environment, you will become fully equipped to find a great
job anywhere in the world.
 Amsterdam
(2 hours)

London
Vlissingen
(4 hours)
Antwerp
(45 minutes) Cologne
Brussels (4 hours)
(2 hours)

Paris
(4 hours)

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The Netherlands Today, international trade is still the country’s main Zeeland Economy

economic engine. In fact, the Netherlands is the 15th largest Most Zeeland people work in the industrial and service

economy in the world and one of the world’s ten leading sectors. The heart of the economy lies in the industrial

As a small country, the Netherlands has for centuries exporting nations. Next to this, the Netherlands has a Literally translated, Zeeland means ‘sea and land’. areas in and around the ports of Vlissingen and Terneuzen.

owed its existence to its international relations. considerable number of research institutes of world repute, The name speaks for itself. A third of the province consists Multinationals such as Dow Chemical Company, Philips,

Located in a Delta where several major European particularly in the field of water management. of water and two thirds of land. Zeeland’s countryside with Total, Alcan, Eastman Chemical and Mc Cain all have plants

rivers flow into the North Sea, the Netherlands was With a quarter of the land below sea level, the Dutch have its wide panorama’s, its sandy beaches and pretty lakes in these regions. Next to that, the rise of the Internet has

ideally situated to become the centre of trade battled the sea for ages. Nowadays, Dutch companies export combined with its moderate maritime climate make it a given a boost to the Zeeland business services sector.

and transport for all of Western Europe. their water expertise for water conservation projects and land popular place for tourism and an attractive area to live in. And last but not least, the province has a lively and

reclamation throughout the world. One of the modern Wonders But Zeeland is much more than just beaches and water! extensive tourism industry, which provides an important

of the world, the Storm Surge Barrier in the Eastern branch of When you visit the ancient towns of Veere, Zierikzee or source of income.

the River Scheldt, is located in the province of Zeeland. Middelburg, you will feel as if you’re on the set of some

historical film and are wandering through times gone by. Cultural activities

Various annual festivals of international allure are putting

Zeeland prominently on the map. Vlissingen has

The Liberation Day Festival, the Street Festival and Film by

the Sea. The Late Summer Festival, for which performances

are organized on various locations across the province,

is another box-office draw.

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HZ University of Applied Sciences HZ University of Applied Sciences offers a wide range of Recognition The quality of HZ academies and programmes is regularly

Bachelor programmes, from Business and ICT to Engineering tested by acknowledged VBI’s (Visiting Assessment

and Water Management. Some 4,000 students, 400 of whom Organisations) of the Ministry of Education, Culture

from abroad, study at HZ. HZ offers a personal setting and a Higher education in the Netherlands enjoys a worldwide and Science and the NVAO (Dutch-Flemish body for

minimal staff/student hierarchical structure, which tends to reputation for its high quality. This is achieved through a accreditation).The Bachelor programmes taught at HZ

have a stimulating effect on the students’ work. national system of regulation and quality assurance. are all accredited and listed in CROHO, the Central

Register of Higher Education Programmes.

HZ spearheads HZ University of Applied Sciences has specifically positioned

itself within the knowledge domains of Sustainability, Water Ranking This year again, The ‘Keuzegids Hoger Onderwijs 2009’ *

Management, Innovation & Enterprise. Worldwide water shows that HZ University of Applied Sciences is in the top 10

the basic values of HZ are quality, commitment, integrity, issues, sustainable development, safety and wellness and of large and medium-sized Universities of Applied Sciences in

mutual respect and a professional approach in order to tourism are but a few amongst the study fields we focus on. Each year HZ is listed within the top 10 of best universities the Netherlands. The quality and accessibility of lecturers,

develop each student as a competent person in a multicultural of Applied Sciences. In 2009, no less than 6 of its 21 buildings, general and computer facilities are all assessed as

and multiform society. Students acquire knowledge and skills HZ students that want to embark on an international career bachelor programmes appear to have the best programmes being of a very high standard.

by means of custom-made education, which prepares them leave our institute after graduation fully equipped to work of the bachelor course in question and 16 are in the top 10!
* ‘Stichting HOP’ (the foundation HOP) composes and publishes the

with great flexibility for a challenging career. around the globe. ‘Keuzegids Hoger Onderwijs’ (selection guide higher education).

The guide is composed by independent editors.

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Why study at HZ? Each year, 400 international students from all Practice HZ works in close cooperation with companies and other

over the world enrol for our programmes and universities and knowledge centres, both in the Netherlands

Making a choice for a study at a foreign university is a big they never regret their decision! You may have and abroad. HZ educational material and practicals are

step in your life. You want to make the right choice so you heard about the 4 P’s in marketing, All HZ study programmes are practice-based and geared to always up-to-date and geared towards your future career.

compare institutes to support your decision. here are the HZ 4 P’s: the job market. Next to the regular lectures, you will go on During two semesters of your four-year study programme

field trips and make company visits, have guest lectures, you acquire work experience at a company.

Personal Classes are small and the faculty and staff are easily do practical assignments and will only study topics that Your work placements are supervised by an in-company

approachable for help if you need it. have a relation to the professional reality. mentor and a supervisory HZ teacher.

HZ is renowned for its personal approach. Being a Most importantly: you will have your own personal study

medium-sized organization with around 4,000 students, coach, who will help you choose your study programmes and Place Vlissingen and the neighbouring provincial capital,

it is both its policy and pride to work this way. map out your professional orientation. Middelburg together have some 100,000 inhabitants

Vlissingen is a medium-sized tourist and student town. and will provide you with all the facilities needed for

Programmes HZ Bachelor programmes excel in theoretical and The sun, sea and beach characterize this vibrant harbour town. a wonderful student life.

practical contents and in flexibility. You compose your

own individually-tailored study path in consultation with

your personal study coach. Moreover, with a recognized

HZ Bachelor degree you can study or work in almost

Quality of education is our first priority! every country you like.

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Partner universities HZ international HZ cherishes the concept that its students get to know

HZ has an extended international network, which enables This map gives you an overview of our network. as many cultures as possible, because it is this knowledge

it to offer its students one-semester international You can find the list of our partner universities Globalisation is not just an empty slogan at HZ, and understanding that makes your HZ degree a ticket of

exchange programmes and work placements. on our web site (www.hz.nl) but the very core of its educational system. unsurpassable value. The process starts by mixing around

400 students from all over the world with our local students,

the so-called ‘internationalization at home’.

Next to that, students have the possibility to spend at

least one semester in a foreign country in the second

half of their studies.

International Office • Assisting HZ’s international students in the areas

of welfare, study and social life
• Assisting HZ students with international ambitions
in finding work placements and/or exchange study
programmes at partner universities
• Informing and supporting international applicants
The International Office is the place prior to arrival
• Running introduction programmes for new
to find all the information about ‘going or international students
• Organizing excursions in the Netherlands and
being international’.These are the services the famous monthly ‘Cultural Dining Club’
• Informing on scholarships for study programmes
the international office can offer: and work placements abroad
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Facilities
No study can be successful unless you have all the modern
(computer) facilities at your disposal. HZ makes sure its
facilities are of excellent quality and improve them every day.
Especially, its Information and Communication Technology
(ICT) infrastructure is ultramodern. Through the internal
information network you can study both at the university
and at home while staying in touch with tutors and fellow
students. You can also keep track of your study results and of
almost all study outlines on the VLD (Virtual Learning Desk)
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A list of what is on offer at HZ: Student accommodation When you register with HZ, you will receive an e-mail how
• Atrium, the central meeting place and canteen
to apply for accommodation in Vlissingen. You just follow
• Audiovisual equipment service with rent of laptops,
beamers, video camera’s the online steps and your room will be booked. Of course,
• Open Learning Centre with computers, International students are helped to we advise you to book as soon as possible if you want to be
scanners, colour printers
find accommodation in Vlissingen. sure to have a room.
• HZ Infonet: this is the HZ’s Intranet
• HZ sports: all kinds of sports for students and staff
• HZ-Cult: a varied cultural programme around the year
Student life Apart from studying hard, you also need to take time off to
• Library: books, CDs, magazines
relax and enjoy your student life in Holland. In Vlissingen,
• Book shop: study books and materials, novels
everything is at cycle distance: the university, your student
• Study Information Centre:
information on HZ study programmes Holland is flat, everybody knows that. It explains the flat, the shops, pubs and the beach.
• International Office: inhabitants’ fondness of what they lovingly call their If you want to see the rest of Europe, take a bus or
information on study and work placements abroad
“metal horse”: the bike train and go wherever you want: Amsterdam, Rotterdam,
• Modern labs for Bachelor programmes such as Chemistry,
Water Management, Electrotechnical and Mechanical Brussels or Paris.
Engineering
• User-friendly copy and printing centre
Student unions HZ students run a number of different student clubs
each with their own identity. You can choose to become a
member of the union that you like best. They all organize
events such as parties, excursions, pub crawling nights.
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HZ sports HZ sports is the sports club for both students and staff. Cultural Dining Club The idea behind it is to bring you into contact with other

As a member of HZ sports, you can swim, play tennis, international students and Dutch students in a nice and

On the 29th ‘Sportsfest’ that was held in Istanbul in badminton, and do other ball sports several times relaxed way. Students cook for each other, and it is all

May 2009, HZ students won 23 medals, 13 of which a week. HZ sports also organizes a number of national Once every month, the International Office very tasty and great fun. The different eating habits and

were gold ones. HZ had the smallest delegation, and international tournaments every year. organizes the Cultural Dining Club. traditions from countries around the globe will appear

but won most of the medals. Our students had on the table.

to compete with students from countries such as

USA, Canada, Pakistan, Morocco, Poland and Hungary. Peer Project A Dutch student and a small group of foreign students form

one team. The activities you join in with may concern your

HZ Cult HZ Cult organizes a variety of cultural activities for students study, hobbies, wining and dining, movies, beach, excursions

and staff throughout the year, including new films, The Peer project is another way of bringing Dutch and in Holland and Belgium. You decide what you want to do

HZ-Cult is the university’s cultural club. theater shows, guest lectures, concerts and excursions international students together for various activities. with your own team.

abroad. You can become a member any time you like and

get tickets at a discount.

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The transfer of knowledge is one of the Four–year bachelor HZ has the following Bachelor programmes in English

most important tasks of a University of Applied Sciences programmes in English • International Business & Management Studies

• Vitality and Tourism Management

HZ Applied Research Units HZ research units cover the following areas of expertise: The mixed theoretical and practical orientation of HZ Bachelor • Water Management

Sustainable Development and Water, IT, Safety, Subterranean programmes as well as the international context in which they • Chemistry

Use of Space, Entrepreneurship and Innovation. are set, will offer you a head-start for your professional career.

In recent years, HZ as a University of Applied Sciences HZ Lectorates maintain close contacts with their relevant

has been specializing in applied research. It now has five professional fields and exchange their knowledge with the Three-year This is only for highly-motivated students that have the

research and knowledge units, which connect education, business world. The research units add significant value accelerated programme capacity and the discipline to work harder than regular

practice and practical-oriented research. to HZ bachelor programmes as many of the projects are students. Admission depends on your previous education,

integrated in the courses. If you are a very motivated and hard-working student, which has to be comparable to pre- academic university

grab this chance and complete a regular four-year education (VWO) in the Netherlands. To check which of the

HZ Programmes in English HZ wishes to expand its position as an international Bachelor programme in three years! four-year programmes offer the accelerated programme,

university, and adds programmes in English to its curriculum see our website (www.hz.nl).

each year. Next to our full-time Bachelor programmes in

English, HZ also offers one-semester study programmes

in English for students from our international partner

universities. For the latest development in this field,

please consult our website. (www.hz.nl)

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Mayra With my IBMS Bachelor Degree on the way to a International Business & Programme (see curriculum details on page 36)

part-time professional Master and a financial Management Studies IBMS focuses on cross cultural management and

position at Bureau Veritas in Paris. entrepreneurship, skills that can only be learned in practice.

Thanks to HZ contacts, I am doing my work placement Bachelor of Business Administration The part of the programme called Student Company will

in Paris at Bureau Veritas, which is a multinational in hand you all the tools you need. With some four other

consultancy. I am very happy to be part of this company Are you dreaming of a business career without frontiers? students you run your own company for a year.

and the very best part is that I am working in the finance HZ’s International Business and Management Studies (IBMS) That year, all the other courses are geared to the theoretical

department, which is the field I prefer. is exactly the leg-up you are looking for! aspects of managing a company in an international setting.

There are also good opportunities to continue working here Careers

after my graduation period, while enroling for a Master’s After your study, you can find a job in marketing and sales,

Degree in Paris. I really have good memories of my time at in management or in the finance department of a company.

HZ and I would like to thank all HZ teachers and staff for Working your way up, you will most possibly grow towards a

their help with my professional career. managing position. Because of the international character of

your studies, your work area will span the whole world.

Degree

After having successfully completed the IBMS progamme, you

hold the degree of Bachelor of Business Administration (B.BA).

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A successful Student Company Tom, spokesman for Stowit, tells what happened after his Admission requirements

Student Company was elected Best Student Company of the To enrol in our 4-year study programme, you must be in the

“The orders kept pouring in; Netherlands. A plastic bag in 4 colours, containing shower possession of:

our turnover was doubled within one day!” stuff with suckers, so you can attach it to the wall of your • A diploma equivalent to a Dutch secondary education

shower. With this idea a group of students from diploma with either Economics or Economics and Social

HZ University of Applied Sciences in Vlissingen convinced sciences. If you have the required diploma level, but a

the national jury they were the best! deficiency in economics, you may apply for a HZ deficiency

course in Economics that runs in September and October

and is rounded off by an examination, which you have to

pass in order to be fully admissible to the programme.

• A good command of English. Your level of English should

be equivalent to the TOEFL level of 550 (paper-based) or

213 (computer-based).

Non-EU students need an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent).

Students who do not have the required level of English can

first take a Pre-Course English at HZ (see page 35)

Exemptions can be granted and are based on previous

experience and/or education. Requests for exemptions will

be evaluated and granted on an individual basis.

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HZ Bachelor programme is well-attuned Vitality & Tourism Management Programme (see curriculum details on page 37)

to the professional field To be thoroughly prepared for your future job, you will work

“The Bachelor programme Vitality & Tourism Management Bachelor of Business Administration on concrete practical assignments during your studies.

is well-attuned to the developments within the sector of In the first two years you carry out projects, for which

hotels with wellness facilities. Precisely, on management People are more and more concerned about their lifestyle, you analyze and solve professional problems. Each project

level there is a need for enterprising, young professionals.” their health and their quality of life. V&TM is the answer is embedded in theoretical lectures and training, e.g.

Pauline Tonies, to the growing demand for Vitality & Wellness managers marketing, entrepreneurship, hospitality and human

member of the board of Scandic Sanadome, Nijmegen. in the hotel and leisure industry, but it also focuses on resource management. Right from the start, you acquire

professional advisors in companies and institutes. ample practical experience by working in businesses

Develop new concepts related to your study programme.

“Characteristics you need for this profession? Make sure you

are empathic and that your customers ‘feel’ the hospitality Careers

you have created. Next to that, be innovative and a star in After your study, you can work as an assistent manager

developing new concepts. Finally, you need to have a talent Excellent service and sustainability are key factors in or a commercial business manager in the field or health

for leadership and entrepreneurship! this upcoming sector. There is a great need for & lifestyle, or in the tourist sector.

Ap van den Driessche, professionals on management level and HZ now offers You can also start your own business in the leisure sector

director Life Styling Company, Wageningen. you the best opportunity to become a Manager in or you can work in a large company as an advisor or staff

Vitality & Tourism Management. member, for which you will purchase or develop services

to keep the staff fit and motivated.

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“The size of the industry is big and still shows lots of Degree

potential for growth, which underlines a short-term After having successfully completed the Vitality & Tourism

challenge to find adequately skilled managerial Management programme, you hold the degree of Bachelor

resources throughout the world. Europe, in particular, of Business Administration (B.BA).

tends to have pockets of very skilled employees.”

Andrew Gibson, Group Director of Spa for the Mandarin Admission requirements

Oriental Hotel Group/European Spa, To enrol in our 4-year study programme, you must be in the

Magazine for Spa Professionals July-August 2008. possession of:

• A diploma equivalent to a Dutch secondary education

diploma.

• A good command of English. Your level of English should

be equivalent to the TOEFL level of 550 (paper-based)

or 213 (computer-based).

Non-EU students need an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent).

Students who do not have the required level of English can

first take a Pre-Course English at HZ (see page 35)

Exemptions can be granted and are based on previous

experience and/or education. Requests for exemptions will

be evaluated and granted on an individual basis.

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Greetings from Nepal by Erik, “I have just returned from a four-month work placement Water Management Programme (see curriculum details on page 38)

Bachelor of Water Management in Nepal. Together with two fellow students I have done The Water Management Programme covers various aspects

research into the quality and quantity of a (drinking-)water Bachelor of Water Management on water management. You will learn the basics of the

supply, 50 km east of Kathmandu. aquatic environment, acquire the skills to examine the

I love working with and for people and travelling is fantastic. Have you always been interested in water, nature and many characteristics of water and gradually familiarize

It was a great challenge to get to know Nepal, its people and the environment? Are biology and ecology your favourite yourself with the technology that is applied in research

culture. This work placement is completely in line with my subjects? Then, it is time to make water your future! and in controlling water systems.

interests and my plans for the future!”

Careers

A perfect match With a Water Management Bachelor, great jobs can be found

The HZ Water Management programme is unique as an engineer, consultant, policy-maker or researcher

in the Netherlands. It has a challenging mix for water authorities, consultancies, industries, scientific

of lectures, (laboratory) research, excursions, institutions or environmental organizations. Most jobs are

field work and in-company work placements, carried out in international and multidisciplinary teams.

both in and outside the Netherlands. Are you going to be the new water expert on the team?
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The Netherlands: specialist in water management Degree

For centuries, the Netherlands has been a frontrunner As a Water Management graduate from HZ, you hold the

in new developments in the field of water management. degree of Bachelor of Water Management (B.WM)

Nowadays, Dutch engineers and environmentalists export

their services and expertise all over the world. Admission requirements

To enrol in our 4-year study programme, you must be in the

Zeeland: the province of water possession of:

The province of Zeeland consists of closed sea-arms, • A diploma equivalent to a Dutch secondary education

open waters, salt marshes and polders. It is an ecologically diploma with mathematics, biology, physics and chemistry

very rich environment and houses a number of renowned that meets the national university entrance requirements.

scientific institutions in water research. So enrolling for a • A good command of English. Your level of English should

Water Management programme at HZ means you are offered be equivalent to the TOEFL level of 550 (paper-based)

a unique package of prize-winning theory and advanced or 213 (computer-based).

practice. Fieldwork can be done in the vicinity Non-EU students need an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent).

of the university. Students who do not have the required level of English can

first take a Pre-Course English at HZ (see page 35)

Exemptions can be granted and are based on previous

experience and/or education. Requests for exemptions will

be evaluated and granted on an individual basis.

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Leticia I found this company on a list that our HZ lab instructor gave Chemistry Programme (see curriculum details on page 39)

us. This comes in very handy for us, because the list included The first two years introduce you to the professional

Thanks to HZ, I now have a great job! different companies and a wide variety of projects offered. Bachelor of Applied Sciences field and you learn everything about general chemistry

As a Spanish student of the Bachelor of Applied Sciences, I chose for Schering-Plough not only because of the project and biology. In the third year you choose between the

I have done my work placement in the pharmaceutical that I liked best, but also because I knew people who had Are you going to be the chemist that meets the majors ‘Applied Chemistry’ and ‘Life Sciences’.

company Schering-Plough in the Netherlands. worked here last year and were very enthusiastic about it. high demands posed on today’s quality of life standards?

Would you like to do biomedical research? Enrol in the Applied Chemistry

The time spent in the lab with my colleagues has been Chemistry programme and a limitless future awaits you! Here, you study the composition and quality of raw materials

great. I could use all the techniques I had learnt at HZ, and products such as drinks, shampoo, medicine and food.

such as HPLC method development, LC-MS, UV-Vis. A challenging career awaits you with, at the moment, You analyse organic materials found in natural products and

excellent future job perspectives. There is a great demand study environmental problems. You can also do research in

I am staying here but no longer as a work placement for qualified chemists with a Bachelor degree. the field of battery and LCD screen improvement.

student. My working life will start here as well.

I will be employed by the same company, but in Life Sciences

another department. A great opportunity! In Life Sciences you study subjects such as bacteriology and

virology, epidemiology and immunobiology, the development

of modern vaccines and the application of DNA techniques in

the identification of micro-organisms. You also learn to use

fluorescence imaging techniques.

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Careers

This study programme will be the start of a challenging

career with excellent job perspectives. With a specialisation

in Applied Chemistry, you are qualified for the following

professions: researcher, production development analyst,

head of a laboratory, commercial assistant or quality

controller at companies, Food Inspection, Departments,

government institutes or universities. With a specialisation in

Life Sciences, your career may start as a ‘junior researcher’

or ‘research technician’ in a (bio)medical laboratory doing

research into all kinds of diseases, or you can do research in

a multinational food industry, in a company or at a research

institute (ecological diversity of plants/animals).

Degree

After having successfully completed the

Chemistry programme, you hold the degree of

Bachelor of Applied Sciences.

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Jeroen For that profession you research for example how viruses Admission requirements

multiply and how you can develop vaccines and medicines. To enrol in our 4-year study programme, you must be in the

The specialization Life Sciences of the bachelor programme For my work placement I have done research at the University possession of:

Chemistry is an important steppingstone towards my goal: of Capetown for 3 months. • A diploma equivalent to a Dutch secondary education

to become a virologist. diploma. A good level of mathematics, biology, physics and

It was really great and I can recommend such an international chemistry is essential.

experience to everybody! I did my graduation project in a • A good command of English. Your level of English should

hospital, the Erasmus MC, where I worked on a vaccine against be equivalent to the TOEFL level of 550 (paper-based)

the Dengue virus. After my graduation, I have been offered a or 213 (computer-based).

job with great opportunities, still at Erasmus MC! Non-EU students need an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent).

Students who do not have the required level of English can

first take a Pre-Course English at HZ (see page 35)

Exemptions can be granted and are based on previous

experience and/or education. Requests for exemptions will

be evaluated and granted on an individual basis.

 Pre-course English 1. Students with an IELTS score of 5.5:

a 5 months pre-course consisting of

• 10 hours of English per week

At HZ all your courses and examinations will be in English, • 2 hours of Dutch language per week

34 so you need a good command of spoken and written English. • 2 hours of Dutch culture every other week 35

Your English level should be equivalent to a TOEFL level of • 2 hours of introduction course to your study field

550 at the start of your HZ studies. Non-EU students need (economics or Chemistry/biochemistry)

Xue Yang I’m from China and I have just finished the pre-course at an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) This course starts in February

HZ University of Applied Sciences. Last year, I prepared for score of 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not have this level,

the IELTS test together with my teacher, and also learned a you can take a pre-course in English at HZ. 2. Students with an IELTS score of 5.0:

lot about the different cultures. Vlissingen is a very friendly The following pre-courses are available: a two-semester pre-course consisting of

and beautiful city and I’m extremely glad that I’ve made • First semester focus on English language.

such a good choice. Don’t be shy talking with people coming • Second semester:

from different countries. Now, I have made many foreign • 10 hours of English language per week

friends and become more and more independent. For me, • 2 hours of Dutch language and culture per week

the pre-course was an excellent way to start my studies in • 2 hours introduction course to general economics

the Netherlands and I am convinced that now I have a good This course starts in September

chance of success at HZ.

IELTS books are provided by

HZ University of Applied Sciences.

As a pre-course student you can participate in the peer project,

so you will get to know Dutch students and other international

students. After the pre-course, you have to take an IELTS test

that is organized at HZ in cooperation with the British Council.

 International Business & Management Studies Vitality & Tourism Management
Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Business Administration

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8-semester/4-year programme 8-semester/4-year programme

Graduation phase: final project at a company or institute Graduation phase: final project at a company or institute
8 8

International Option *3 E-business Option *3 Graduation phase

Business & Trade or no business 7
at all
7 Business case Research project Supporting training: Elective course(free choice)
• Methodology and research • Spa Management and Health
• Cross-cultural Management • English in Tourism 5
Minor *2
• Presentation, sales and business • French/German/Spanish 5
6
communications (choice)
• Free Composition Course
Work placement 6
5
Minor Minor Minor Minor
Student Company II Int. Logistics Cross Cultural • English 5
• Business Law & Physical Management • Ethics
• HRM in practice • Basic statistics
Distribution Business on the move Leisure and vitality Vitality & Wellness 4 Professional Core courses
• Sports • Basic Statistics
4 in Tourism around the year
• Spa management & Health, • English in Tourism 4
including business ethics • French/German/Spanish 4
Student Company I The organisation Cost • Work placement (choice)
• English
• Study Career Planning
• Business Accounting inside out Accounting • Research methods 4
• Product Innovation & Marketing • Elective Course *1

3 Innovation within Communication in Crisis Vitality & Wellness 3 Professional Core courses
• Sports • Systematic Problem Solving
Hospitality and Tourism
• Spa Management & Health, • English in Tourism 3
Organisational International Corporate • English including business ethics • French/German/Spanish
Growth & Marketing & Sales Finance • Systematic Problem Solving • Work placement 3(choice)
• Study Career Planning
Innovation • Elective Course *1 3
2
Successful Business Innovative Leadership Vitality & Wellness 2 Professional Core courses
• English • Sports • Training Presentations
Startup: Orientation on Professional
• Spa Management & Health, and Report writing
• Training
your own company Economics Orientation including business ethics • English in Tourism 2
reporting & presenting
• Work placement • French/German/Spanish
• Excel • Study career Planning 2(choice)
1 2

*1 Elective Courses: *2 Minor: *3 Options:

Vision & Policy in Tourism Hospitality & Imagineering Vitality & Wellness 1 Professional Core courses
Spanish Study Abroad Sustainable Development
• Sports • Team work
German International Marketing Relations Human Resources Management • Spa Management & Health, • English in Tourism 1
French Consultancy Project Management including business ethics • French/German/Spanish1
Dutch Research Quality Management • Work placement (choice)
• Study Career Planning
HZ-Cult International Marketing Planning 1
Peer Project Cross Cultural Management
HZ promotion abroad (semester 3)
 Water Management Chemistry
Bachelor of Water Management Bachelor of Applied Sciences

38 39

8-semester/4-year programme 8-semester/4-year programme

Graduation phase: final project at a company or institute Graduation phase: final project at a company or institute
8 8

Water and Work placement

River Basin Ecological Risk Urban Water Coastal
Spatial Option
Management Assessment Management Engineering 7
Planning
7
Minor Research Projects
Minor Water Research 6
6
Advanced
Professional Electro Polymer Infection & DNA & Biochemistry &
Chroma-
Work placement Core chemistry Chemistry Immunity Biotechnology Bioinformatics
tography
5 5

*
Water Aquatic • Water system Ecological Water Chain Water Professional Separation Advanced Biochemical
Purification Ecology • Water Chain Engineering Management Technology Core techniques spectroscopy toolbox
4 4

Integrated • Watercourse Organic

Rural water Professional Atmospheric Challenges of
Water Study project • Training Systematic synthesis &
management Problem Solving Core corrosion DNA
Management * Preparation for the work placement analysis II
3 ** Basic biology
3

• Training Presentation
and Report Writing Organic From molecule
Fluid Enviromental Professional Corrosion &
Biodiversity • Systematic Problem synthesis & to micro
Dynamics Chemistry Solving Core sustainability
analysis I organism
2 • Ext. Statistcs
2

Chemistry: ** • Waterways Chemistry: Biology:

Land and Cell in Professional Orientation on
concept and • B. Statistics concepts & Cellular
Water action • B.maths Core profession
connections connections Based
1 1

Workplacement
and final WBM or WCM
project
Courses in General courses Applied Life Sciences
Research Chemistry
Alternative for methods,
Aquaculture
Minor Water Option WCM for WBM or WBM for WCM
7,5 EC communication
Research
skills, languages

In the first two years, you will become acquainted with the professional field and you
follow courses in general chemistry and biology. After two years, you choose for one
For all students Specialisation Specialisation of the two specialisations ‘Applied Chemistry’ or ‘Life Sciences’.
Water Basin Management Water Chain Management