Holland International Study Centre

Holland International Study Centre has been preparing international students for English-taught degrees in Holland since 2013. Taught in Amsterdam, their programmes offer pathways to a wide range of world-class universities across the country.

Following a period of extended growth, in 2015 Holland International Study Centre moved to a dynamic new location in the heart of Amsterdam. Students benefit from purpose-built classrooms, a riverside setting, proximity to Amsterdam Central station and panoramic views of the city.

Their programs develop English language and academic knowledge, while helping students adapt to the Dutch education system. Students can progress to a range of English-taught degrees at one of their Dutch partner universities. Their partners include universities ranked in the global top 200 (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019).

Graduates from a Dutch university have the opportunity to stay in Holland and spend a period of up to twelve months looking for a job. With Holland's economy among the strongest in Europe, it's a great place for international students to launch their careers.

International Study Centre programs:

• International Foundation Year

Partner universities

• Erasmus University Rotterdam
• Hanze University of Applied Sciences
• Tilburg University
• Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Requirements

The requirements you need to join the three-term International Foundation Year vary depending on the University you are looking to progress to.

Generally, you need:

• Good high school graduation grades or equivalent academic study (IGCSE/GCSE/O Level and IB Certificate are not accepted)
• To be aged 17 or older.

Accommodation

You’ll have a choice of two locations, shared with students from Amsterdam universities, and there’s a range of rooms to suit all budgets and tastes:

• Amsterdam City – ideally located just 15 minutes by bike from the International Study Centre
• Amsterdam West – less than 30 minutes’ cycle from the International Study Centre

Features

• Fully-furnished rooms and suites
• Private / en-suite bathroom
• Free unlimited laundry
• Fully equipped kitchens
• Access to study & workspaces
• Fast free Wi-Fi
• Gym access & bike rental
• Monthly housekeeping
• Game & chill out areas
• 3 free nights at any TSH hotel
• 1 free parent’s night
• Access to social working spaces at all TSH locations