Course overview
International Business (BBA) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at han-university-of-applied-sciences in Arnhem, Netherlands. It takes 4 years full-time, with intakes in September (non-EU deadline 1 May); February (non-EU deadline 1 October).
han-university-of-applied-sciences is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | han-university-of-applied-sciences (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Arnhem, Netherlands |
| Course | International Business (BBA) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 4 years full-time |
| Tuition per year | €9,320 (≈ ₹9.9 lakh) |
| Intakes | September (non-EU deadline 1 May); February (non-EU deadline 1 October) |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.0, speaking 6.0), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (80 before 21 Jan 2026), PTE Academic 61 or Cambridge FCE 169 |
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Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €9,320 a year, about ₹9.9 lakh. Over 4 years that is roughly €37,280 (≈ ₹39.5 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026/27 non-EU/EEA fee; 2027/28 not yet published
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Furnished room with utilitiesHAN estimate for Arnhem/Nijmegen | €550–775per month | ≈ ₹58,300 – ₹82,150 |
| Groceries | €250per month | ≈ ₹26,500 |
| Health insurance | €100–150per month | ≈ ₹10,600 – ₹15,900 |
| Public transport | €50–100per month | ≈ ₹5,300 – ₹10,600 |
| Books and study materials | €340per year | ≈ ₹36,040 |
Living costs for the Netherlands as a whole: €12,000–16,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at han-university-of-applied-sciences for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A secondary school certificate that HAN accepts as equivalent; for unlisted certificates such as Indian Class 12, HAN's admissions office decides.
- International Business asks for good grades in mathematics. Engineering programmes may ask for specific subjects; check each programme's admission and finances page.
- Apply through Studielink. Non-EU deadline: 1 May for September, 1 October for February (where offered).
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.0, speaking 6.0), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (80 before 21 Jan 2026), PTE Academic 61 or Cambridge FCE 169.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Bachelor's: 6.0 with no band below 5.0 and speaking 6.0. Master's: 6.0 (no band below 6.0) for Engineering Systems; 6.5 (no band below 5.5) for Circular Economy, Social Work and Molecular Sciences. |
| TOEFL iBT | 4.5 on the new scale (80 for tests before 21 January 2026); 5.0 (90) for the 6.5-level master's. Home editions are not accepted. |
| PTE Academic | 61; 63 for the 6.5-level master's. |
| Cambridge and LanguageCert | Cambridge FCE 169 (176 for the 6.5-level master's), CAE or CPE; LanguageCert Academic 65 (or 70). |
| Exemption | IB, European Baccalaureate, English-taught education in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Ireland or New Zealand, or a diploma on the Nuffic list with English in the curriculum. India is not named, so plan for a test. Duolingo is not accepted. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September (non-EU deadline 1 May); February (non-EU deadline 1 October).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the NetherlandsHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the Netherlands, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Class 12 certificate and mark sheets (bachelor's) or bachelor's degree and transcripts (master's)
- English test from an official test centre, no older than 2 years
- CV and motivation letter (master's)
- Financial guarantee for the visa process (non-EU/EEA)
Scholarships
HAN NL Scholarship (bachelor's)
Bachelor's, non-EU/EEA students
Value: Up to €12,500: €2,500 each semester in year 1, then €2,500 a year for 3 years
Non-EU/EEA students paying the institutional fee, accepted on a full-time English-taught programme, no previous Dutch study, and IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 5.0 / Cambridge CAE. Apply by 1 May (September) or 19 October (February) with a motivation letter, video, CV and transcript; you must earn 45 credits a year to keep it.
Official pageHAN NL Scholarship (master's)
Master's, non-EU/EEA students
Value: Up to €5,000: €2,500 in each semester
Same conditions and deadlines as the bachelor's HAN NL Scholarship.
Official pageHAN Honors Scholarship
Bachelor's and master's, non-EU/EEA students
Value: Up to €7,500 over years 2–4 (bachelor's) or €2,500 once (master's)
For students who did not receive the HAN NL Scholarship but earn all first-year (or first-semester) credits with excellent results. No application needed.
Official page
About han-university-of-applied-sciences
HAN University of Applied Sciences is a public university of applied sciences with campuses in Arnhem and Nijmegen, two neighbouring cities in the east of the Netherlands. Its teaching is practice-based, with projects, internships and graduation assignments at companies.
HAN runs a focused set of English-taught degrees: International Business and Communication, International Social Work, engineering bachelor's (Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic, and Embedded Systems Engineering) in Arnhem, and chemistry and life sciences programmes in Nijmegen. Its master's include Engineering Systems with tracks in Automotive Systems, Cyber-Physical Systems and Sustainable Energy, and a one-year master's in Circular Economy.
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- Logistics Managementbreda-university-of-applied-sciences4 years (3-year tracks for VWO and MBO 4) · €13,680 / year
- BSc International Business Administration (IBA)Erasmus University Rotterdam3 years · €15,200 / year
More courses at han-university-of-applied-sciences
- BSc Automotive Engineering4 years full-time · €10,940 / year
- BSc Embedded Systems Engineering4 years full-time · €10,940 / year
- Master Engineering Systems: Cyber-Physical Systems3 semesters full-time (3 years part-time) · €10,940 / year
- Master Engineering Systems: Automotive SystemsFull-time; see the programme page · €10,940 / year
- Master Engineering Systems: Sustainable EnergyFull-time; see the programme page · €10,940 / year
- Master Circular Economy12 months full-time · €9,320 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for International Business (BBA) at han-university-of-applied-sciences?
The tuition for international students is €9,320 a year (about ₹9.9 lakh). 2026/27 non-EU/EEA fee; 2027/28 not yet published. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is International Business (BBA)?
The course takes 4 years full-time.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.0, speaking 6.0), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (80 before 21 Jan 2026), PTE Academic 61 or Cambridge FCE 169. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September (non-EU deadline 1 May); February (non-EU deadline 1 October). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.