Eight Dutch Universities of Applied Sciences are in Cork (17th May) Register here for Cork and Dublin (18th May) Register here for Dublin. A great chance to discover more about low-cost, high-quality employment-focused opportunities for studying in the Netherlands. Meet Irish students currently studying there, This is what they have to say:

Mind-blowing, Groningen is an experience beyond what i imagined……From a old house in the hills of Ireland, Groningen is a city of varied culture, incredible experiences, fast pace, freedom, independence and challenges.

Tina Geoghegan, Hanze UAS (Fine Art)

I would repeat my decision to move to the Netherlands a thousand times over, best choice I ever made. What I love about studying over here, is that conversations are about politics, current affairs, philosophy and so on. When I go back to Dublin, my friends have been doing the same thing everyday, and conversation can be dull and repetitive. I am not saying that Irish students are stupid, but when you go to a new European city you realise how big the world is and how competitive it is. You either smarten up, or risk been left behind
Danny Ryan, Hague UAS (European Studies)

People often ask me why is it that I decided to come abroad instead of doing my studies in Ireland. Well the answer is simple; the Netherlands offered an affordable, high-quality education which combined both theory and practice and handed me the opportunity to travel and learn throughout my studies. In addition to all that, while my time here so far has been challenging, that I cannot deny, overall it has been both an exciting and inspiring adventure which has opened many doors and one which I know for sure will open many more in the future.
Jason O’Dwyer, Rotterdam Business School (International Business)

Danny Ryan, Hague UAS European Studies

I wanted to learn more languages, and to live abroad whilst improving my business skills and IBL in HZ provided me with the perfect opportunity to fulfil these wishes. At the end of this course I hope to be able to speak five languages to a high level, plus lots of other languages I have started to learn from my international friends.
Rory Clarke, HZ UAS (Intl Business & Languages)

Living away from home I have learned to become so much more independent. Since the university is situated in a great area in Europe, you are open to many opportunities to travel. In addition, The Netherlands for me has worked out to be cheaper than studying back home in Ireland. I really enjoyed the opportunity to perform in a real physiotherapy clinic in first year as it confirmed my love for the profession. Over the past year I have thoroughly enjoyed student life in The Netherlands.
Ciara McKenna, Saxion UAS (Physiotherapy)

The surprise on the faces of people when I tell them I study in Holland is not unusual. More often than not I get asked the question “why study abroad and why Holland?”. Studying abroad is a very unusual concept in Ireland although I do believe the amount of young people leaving Ireland to study is increasing. My answer is “why not?”. The list of reasons why studying abroad is endless and is one of the greatest experiences of your life. I was sold on the idea of studying at Stenden University after attending the Higher Options in the RDS and listening to a presentation by EUNiCAS. I moved to the Netherlands, the following year, feeling both excited and nervous. Everything was so structured and put together so well that the transition was extremely easy. I had no problem with settling in as everyone was so nice, not only in the college but also the city itself. I was completely surprised with how much I have enjoyed student life in the Netherlands. It is a completely different experience form Ireland. For example, going out is not the same at all. In Ireland going out is a big event whereas here its very relaxed and very enjoyable.

The college itself is quite different from the average college or university in Ireland. Firstly, the college offers a lot of support to their students. As an international student they understand that it can be difficult to adjust to a new system and new surroundings so teachers are very helpful and approachable if you have a problem. The classes are much smaller. Their method of learning is known as PBL which stands for problem based learning. Its a great way to learn and focuses on real world experiences meaning you get a taste of what work would actually be like after your studies. What initially impressed me about Stenden University was that they didn't ask me how many points I had or was aiming for, they asked me what my motivation was, what I was passionate about and why I wanted to go to Stenden. Is this not what its all about?

Emily McGrath , Stenden UAS (Hotel Management)

1st May Application Deadline For Many Programmes in Dutch Research Universities

The application deadline for many programmes at Dutch Research Universities is a week today (1st May). There is still plenty of time to apply but make sure that these universities receive your application documents by the time this deadline passes!! The Dutch Research Universities are expecting to have over a thousand Irish students enrolled on their programmes from September 2017!

Included in the programmes  with a 1st May deadline (and this only a selection from those available) are the following:

Actuarial Science
U. Amsterdam
Artificial Intelligence
Raboud U.
Tilburg U.
U. Groningen
Arts, Culture & Media
U. Groningen
Arts & Culture
Erasmus U.
U. Maastricht (recommended, though applications can be considered until 31 July)
Radboud U
Automotive Engineering
TU Eindhoven
Biomedical Sciences
U. Maastricht (recommended, though applications can be considered until 31 July)
Business
U. Groningen
Chemistry
Radboud U
Communication
U. Amsterdam
Computer Science
TU Eindhoven
U. Groningen
VU Amsterdam
Electrical Engineering
TU Eindhoiven
English Literature
VU Amsterdam
European Languages
U. Groningen
History
Erasmus U.
U. Utrecht
International Law
Tilburg U.
U. Groningen
U. Maastricht (recommended, though applications can be considered until 31 July)
International Relations
Leiden U
Liberal Arts & Sciences
U. Groningen
Maths
U. Groningen
Molecular Life Sciences
Radboud U
Physics
U. Groningen
Psychology
Leiden U.
Tilburg U.
VU Amsterdam
Science
U. Maastricht

Contact us for support in your applications This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it There are still some programmes at Research Universities, as well as most programmes at Universities of Applied Sciences, where you can apply after 1st May.

Application Deadline Imminent For Some Programmes in the Netherlands

There are just under 300 undergraduate programmes, taught through English in the Netherlands. Note that the application deadlines for nearly 20 of the programmes are imminent. The application deadline for the following programmes is 15th January 2017:

Aerospace Engineering
TU Delft

Economics & Business Economics
U. Maastricht

Fashion
Amsterdam UAS

Game Design
NHTV Breda

International Business
Erasmus U.
U. Maastricht
U. Tilburg
VU Amsterdam

International Relations
U. Groningen

Medicine
U. Groningen
U. Maastricht

Physiotherapy
Amsterdam UAS
Fontys UAS
Hanze UAS

Psychology
Radboud U.
U. Groningen
U. Maastricht

Most of the above universities will be in Ireland before this deadline at a series of OMG We're Going Dutch events in Sligo, Dublin and Belfast (10th-12th January 2017) http://eunicas.ie/index.php/universities-news/further-opportunities-to-meet-dutch-universities.html You should register for these events now, for useful advice.

You can also contact EUNiCAS at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for support and advice, to ensure your applications are made properly, and on time.

There are still some vacant places in universities across Europe. These include those listed below. Contact EUNiCAS to assist your application. Please note that these places are disappearing on an ongoing basis and just because a place is available now doesn't meant it will be available in an hour's time!

(Please note that this list is not exclusive: there are additional programmes available that are not listed here)

Updated 18.08.16

Entrance Test for Italian Med Schools (IMAT) Opens Today

The Ministry of Education in Rome has now announced that IMAT will open at 14.00 today (15.00 Italian time) on the www.universitaly.it website. They will close on 4th August. This test is for entry to med programmes,taught through English, commencing this autumn (2016).

The entrance test is run in the universities themselves, as well as in cities around the world, including London. In the past, most UK and Irish students have found this test to be relatively straightforward.



Above: Universita di Pavia

Increasing numbers of UK and Irish students are now studying medicine, through English, at seven public Italian universities. Tuition fees are low, between EUR 400 and 3800 pa, fixed with reference to family income.

Generally, the academic year, in Italy, starts in late October.

Please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information