Saxion University of Applied Sciences

Drienerlolaan, Netherlands

Saxion University of Applied Sciences is a large, vibrant Dutch university of applied sciences with deep roots in the eastern Netherlands. It is known for its practical, career-oriented education, combining professional theory with hands-on projects and work placements.
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Saxion is best known for its strong practice-oriented education, extensive international student community, and applied research in collaboration with industries, particularly in fields like Engineering, Business, and Digital Technologies.
Saxion is a publicly funded university of applied sciences (hogeschool) in the Netherlands.
For most Bachelor's programmes, the requirement is an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL iBT score of 80. Some Master's programmes may require a 6.5 IELTS score.
Required documents typically include a copy of your passport, secondary school diploma and transcripts (with official translation), a CV, a motivation letter, and proof of English proficiency.
Enschede and Deventer are generally considered very safe student cities with low crime rates. The campuses are in well-lit areas and have their own security presence.
Saxion has confidential advisors for undesirable behaviour who provide support and guidance. You can report incidents to them, to campus security, or to your study coach, and appropriate measures will be taken.
Yes, non-EU/EEA students can work up to 16 hours per week during the semester or full-time during summer months (June, July, August). An employer must obtain a work permit for you.
Saxion offers a wide range of Bachelor's and Master's programmes specifically designed and taught in English for the international student population, alongside its Dutch-taught programmes.
Saxion offers the Saxion Excellence Scholarship for talented non-EEA students. The Holland Scholarship is also available. Both are competitive and require separate application.
No, it is a partial scholarship that reduces the institutional tuition fee (for non-EEA students) to the statutory fee (currently €2,314), effectively covering a significant portion of the cost.
Yes, Saxion offers a guaranteed housing service for first-year international students who apply before the deadline, providing access to furnished rooms through trusted housing partners.
The average cost for a furnished room ranges from approximately €350 to €600 per month, depending on size, facilities, and location relative to the campus.
Graduates can apply for the Orientation Year Visa (Zoekjaar), which is a one-year residence permit to search for a job or start a business. After finding a job meeting specific criteria, you can switch to a highly skilled migrant visa.
Yes, if you find a job as a highly skilled migrant with a recognised sponsor employer during your Orientation Year, you can transition to a longer-term residence permit for work.

University Of Saxion University of Applied Sciences Application Statistics

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University Of Saxion University of Applied Sciences Application Statistics

27000
3500
25000
2000
8
25
25:1
85 %
€ 8000
2.5
24
70 %
6

Learn About -

* All cost are in EUR

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