1. Saxion University of Applied Sciences The Netherlands
Welcome at Saxion!
Saxion University of Applied Sciences
The Netherlands

2. Saxion University in the World
Gateway to Europe
Very good public transportation facilities
Safe environment

3. About Saxion University
Three strategic locations in the Eastern Netherlands:
Apeldoorn
Deventer
Enschede
Facing towards Amsterdam and towards Germany
Only 1,5 hrs. away from Amsterdam (Schiphol Airport) and 1 hr. from Utrecht

4. About Saxion University
Comprehensive university, predominantly undergraduate level
Focus on profession-oriented education through teaching & undergraduate research
Professional Masters’ programmes in key fields
Regional focus for most programmes, national profile in key fields
Quality education under public scrutiny and accreditation

5. About Saxion University
Public funding
History dates back to 1875
24,000 students, 3,500 international students
12 Schools, 6 research centres
2,200 staff members
One of the larger Dutch universities.
Student satisfaction ranks Saxion programmes among the top.

6. Student centered learning
Training in competences necessary for functioning as starting professionals
Acquire skills in an active way
Individual study pathways
Organise student centered

7. Student centered learning
Some examples
Small group teaching
Individual assignments and research
Individual tutoring
Digital learning environment
Industry exposure
Portfolio assessments

8. Our schools Applied Psychology & Human Resource Management
Business Engineering and Entrepreneurship
Creative Technology
Education
Environmental planning & Building
Finance & Accounting
Governance & Law
Health
Hospitality Business School
Life Science, Engineering & Design
Marketing & International Management
Social Work

9. Academic programmes Dutch: 120 Bachelor / Master programmes
English: 30 Bachelor / Master international programmes
Non-degree programmes

10. Research centres Hospitality Design & Technology
Educational Innovation
Health, Social Work & Technology
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Urban & Environmental Development

11. Research centres Research programmes into multi-disciplinary theme’s
Joint operations by Schools
Operated separately with academic staff
Focus for graduate teaching and research

12. Campus facilities Enschede Deventer Apeldoorn Modern buildings
14,000 students
Deventer
9,000 students
Apeldoorn
1,000 students (Hotel school)
Modern buildings
Excellent facilities for study and social life
Library and ‘Study landscape’, equipped with computers and broadband internet access
City centre locations
Walking distance from railway stations

13. International Strategy
International component in every study programme.
Network of (European) Higher Education partners.
Internationalization starting from regional strengths.
International education offer for international students and partners.

14. International programmes
Preparatory courses
Intensive English language programmes B1
Bachelor’s degree
Dutch accreditation, international recognition! B2 B3 B4 M
Master’s degree
UK University accreditation S
Short courses
Courses to enhance your knowledge

15. Our international programmes
5 Preparatory programmes
11 4-yr Bachelor programmes
16 Short degree programmes (Bachelor)
4 Master programmes
3 Short courses

16. Partners & International Projects
History of cooperation in Eastern Europe and Asia
Schools with professional Network memberships
Active Member of HIB/HBO raad, NUFFIC council.
International partners in Europe and Asia

17. Saxion International Community
3,500 international students, from all over the world! UK
Bulgaria
Russia
Norway
Angola
Argentina
Brazil
Cameroon
China
Colombia
Congo
El Salvador
Ethopia
Germany
Ghana
Hungary
India
Indonesia
Iran
Finland
Japan
Mexico
Netherlands
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Rwanda
Vietnam

18. Accommodation Off-campus Residential areas
Bicycle or public transport to campus
Broadband Internet access

19. Private room
Share bathroom/kitchen
4 students per apartment
Mix of nationalities

20. Working in Netherlands
During your study
Part-time
Max.10 hrs/week
After graduation
Full-time
1 year period for searching a job
5 years working in NL
Work permit necessary

21. Saxion Connect Matching high potentials and employers
Saxion and University of Twente
Unique opportunities for international graduates and companies
Kickstart for your career! Improves your chances on the job market
Strict selection process
Preparation for work by additional training 

22. Social activities Buddy system
Friends of Saxion International Students
Excursions
Sports

23. Saxion Package Fee Example Bachelor Programme (1 academic year)
Package fee for 1st year study includes:
Tuition fee EUR 7,800 -/- EUR 3,300 STScholarship = EUR 4,500
Housing costs for 1 (academic) year EUR 4,750
Housing deposit EUR 500
Visa and immigration fees EUR 680
Residence Permit Deposit EUR 100
Insurance for health care, liability EUR 500
Total Package Fee : EUR 11,030, including deposit

24. Not included in the package fee:
Important notice
Not included in the package fee:
Living expenses: about EUR 200 or more per month
House cleaning service: do it yourself
Books: about EUR 500 p/y
Estimated total costs for 1 academic year (Bachelor):
package fee + living expenses & books: EUR 15,000/1st year

25. Contacting Saxion E-mail: internationaloffice@saxion.nl
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26. Thank you for your attention!
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