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Studying at HAN

Ready to study in the Netherlands? In a bachelor, master or exchange program? Here you can find everything you need to know about studying at HAN University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands.

Academic calendar

All the important dates for the current and upcoming academic years. Find out when classes start and when you have holidays.
Academic calendar

Arnhem campus

The HAN campus in Arnhem has all the facilities you need. Libraries, canteens, pubs, sports facilities and places to relax with fellow stude ...
Arnhem campus

Nijmegen campus

You’ll find everything you need at the HAN campus in Nijmegen. Extensive libraries, cozy places to study alone or with your classmates, an e ...
Nijmegen campus

Student services

As a HAN student, you have access to a range of support and services. Like special provisions if you have a disability. A study coach to dis ...
Student services

Exchange programs

You’d like to join an exchange program at HAN? How do you apply? What about visas, housing and insurance? Get answers to all your practical ...
Exchange programs

Study materials: laptop and textbooks

When you start studying at HAN, you’ll need to buy textbooks. You may also need a new laptop. Where can you find your book list? And what ar ...
Study materials

7 Reasons to study at HAN

Why study at HAN University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands? There are 7 simple reasons:
7 reasons

February start

Are you planning to start your studies in February? Good idea! There are many benefits to starting in February. Find out all you need to kno ...
February start

Practical experience

An important aspect of studying at HAN is gaining practical experience. For example, by working on real-life projects. By undertaking an int ...
Practical experience

Study abroad

Studying abroad broadens your horizons. Find out more about the benefits of studying abroad, the possibilities within HAN University of Appl ...
Study abroad

Rights and responsibilities

What are your rights as a student? And what does HAN expect of you? How do you go about exercising a right? Here you can find all the import ...
Rights and responsibiliti

Dutch Education System

The education system in the Netherlands has 2 kinds of universities: research universities and universities of applied sciences. At universi ...
Dutch education system
Dutch Higher Education System

Continue your studies with a master

Thinking of going for a master's degree? Great idea! Master programs at HAN University of Applied Sciences give both you the theoretical kno ...
Continue your studies with a master
Master Automotive Systems students in class
14 November 2026
 

Online Open Day

Our Online Open Day was on 28 March 2026. Did you miss it? No worries! We’ve recorded sessions of our talk shows about visa, housing, admission, scholarships, student life and more. So you can watch our videos wherever and whenever you like.

The next Online Open Day is on 14 November 2026. Want to be notified when registrations for the next Online Open Day open? Pre-register for November so you’ll get a mail from us when you can secure your spot for the Online Open Day. Don't miss this chance to connect with HAN students, lecturers and ask all of your questions.

International students Diego and Andrei studying at the library on the Arnhem campus of HAN University of Applied Sciences.

Areas of study

Engineering & Technology

Do you get excited about designing, experimenting and programming? Put your passion for technology to good use! Discover more about Engineering & Technology here.

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Natural Sciences

Want to improve plant species, discover the origin of diseases or find ways to clean up contaminated soil? Study natural sciences and get the know-how to approach these challenges.

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Economics & Business

Do you get excited about doing business in an international setting? Would you love to work in marketing, sales, logistics or finance? Then Economics & Business might be a good fit for you. Read more about Economics & Business.

Behavior & Social Sciences

Are you fascinated by human behavior? Do you read people like an open book? Would you love to work in a field that allows you to help and empower people? Then Behavior & Social Sciences might just be the perfect fit for you!

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Language & Communication

Are you always obsessing over the underlying meaning of a message? Are you intrigued by how language shapes our perception? Do you find joy in looking for the ‘right’ words? Then studying Language & Communication might just be the right step for you.