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What are the application requirements for undergraduate applications?

International students must have a secondary school diploma equivalent to Dutch higher secondary education (HAVO/VWO level). Accepted qualifications include: Senior high school diploma allowing bachelor admission in your country International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma A-levels, American High School Diploma (preferably with AP courses), or equivalent national diploma Secondary school diploma with subjects such as Mathematics, Economics, or foreign language (depending on programme) The diploma must be officially translated into English if issued in another language, and original documents must be provided during enrolment. Since most bachelor programmes at Fontys Venlo are taught in English, international students must demonstrate English proficiency. Minimum accepted scores include: IELTS: 6.0 overall TOEFL iBT: 79–80 Cambridge English (CAE/FCE): 169 or higher TOEIC: 670 or equivalent CEFR level: B2 minimum Students may be exempt if their previous education was fully taught in English or they are native English speakers. International applicants must submit the following: Secondary school diploma and academic transcripts Proof of English language proficiency Copy of passport or birth certificate Official translations (if documents are not in English) Proof of expected graduation (if diploma not yet completed) Students must apply through the Dutch national application system called Studielink, after which Fontys will review the application and invite eligible students for enrolment.

What are the application requirements for different graduate courses?

International applicants must hold a recognized bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited university or institution. The bachelor’s qualification must be equivalent to the Dutch higher education standard and aligned with the master’s programme subject area. Some master’s programmes may also require specific academic background, subject knowledge, or professional experience depending on the specialization. Since most postgraduate programmes are taught in English, international students must demonstrate English proficiency through approved tests. Typical minimum requirements include: IELTS: minimum overall score of 6.0 TOEFL iBT: minimum score of 79–80 Cambridge English: minimum score of 169 (B2 level) TOEIC: minimum score of 670 Some programmes may specify component score requirements, and exemptions may apply if the previous degree was taught entirely in English or if the applicant is from an English-speaking country. International postgraduate applicants must submit official admission documents, including: Bachelor’s degree certificate Academic transcripts Proof of English language proficiency Copy of passport or national ID CV or resume (for certain programmes such as MBA) Additional documents such as portfolio, motivation letter, or work experience proof (programme-specific) These documents must be officially translated into English if issued in another language.

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