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The Hague University of Applied Sciences

The Hague, Netherlands · Public · Est. Founding year not stated on the THUAS pages used (Dutch name: De Haagse Hogeschool)

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

Founding year not stated on the THUAS pages used (Dutch name: De Haagse Hogeschool)

Type

Public

Location

The Hague, Netherlands

Ranking

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About the university

The Hague University of Applied Sciences (THUAS) is a large public university of applied sciences, known in Dutch as De Haagse Hogeschool. It has nearly 26,000 students from more than 140 countries, and teaches at a main campus in The Hague and at campuses in Delft and Zoetermeer.

Universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands focus on practical, profession-based degrees. THUAS bachelor's programmes include internships and graduation projects with real organisations, and many are taught in English, from International Business and Applied Computer Science to International and European Law and User Experience Design.

Indian students look at THUAS for English-taught bachelor's degrees at a fixed non-EU fee (€10,528 in 2026/27), three-year fast-track versions of some programmes, and one-year master's and MBA options. The €5,000 NL Scholarship is open to new non-EEA students.

The Hague is the seat of the Dutch government and home to many international organisations, including courts and embassies. THUAS also teaches in nearby Delft and Zoetermeer.

Type
Public university of applied sciences (hogeschool), Dutch name De Haagse Hogeschool
Total students
Nearly 26,000 (THUAS homepage)
Nationalities
Students from more than 140 countries (THUAS homepage)
Campuses
Main campus and Zuiderpark Sports Campus in The Hague, plus campuses in Delft and Zoetermeer
Intakes
September for most English-taught bachelor's programmes; some master's also start in February
Non-EU tuition fee
€10,528 for bachelor's in 2026/27; €14,000 for full-time English-taught master's

Rankings

    Popular courses with Indian students

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    Fees for international students

    Course fees
    CourseDurationFee / year (EUR)Approx. in rupees
    Applied Computer Science3 years (full time)€10,528≈ ₹11.2 lakh
    International Business (4 years)4 years (full time)€10,528≈ ₹11.2 lakh
    International Business (3 years)3 years (full time)€10,528≈ ₹11.2 lakh
    Master of Business Administration Artificial Intelligence1 year (full time)€22,995≈ ₹24.4 lakh
    Data Driven Business (Master)1 year (full time)€14,000≈ ₹14.8 lakh
    International Financial Management & Control (3 years)3 years (full time)€10,528≈ ₹11.2 lakh
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering3 years (full time)€10,528≈ ₹11.2 lakh
    Next Level Engineering (Master)1 year (full time)€14,000≈ ₹14.8 lakh

    Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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    Scholarships

    • First-year full-time bachelor's or master's

      NL Scholarship (THUAS)

      Value: €5,000 (one-off), paid after you open a Dutch bank account

      Eligibility: Non-EEA, non-Swiss students who pay the institutional fee, have never studied in the Netherlands and are conditionally admitted by 1 June. Apply with an English essay of 950–1,100 words; the 2026 deadline was 1 May.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)

    Admission requirements

    Undergraduate

    • You need a secondary school diploma comparable to the Dutch havo or vwo diploma; the Enrolment Office assesses foreign diplomas with Nuffic.
    • Three-year fast-track bachelor's (such as Applied Computer Science and International Business 3 years) ask for a background comparable to Dutch vwo.
    • International Business asks non-Dutch applicants to have passed an exam in mathematics, economics or business studies.
    • Apply through Studielink, then upload documents in Osiris. Non-EU applications close on 1 May; documents and fees are due by 15 June.

    Postgraduate

    • A bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Next Level Engineering needs a technical bachelor's such as mechanical or electrical engineering.
    • The MBA programmes ask for at least two years of relevant work experience and a compulsory intake interview.
    • Non-EU master's applicants must apply by 1 May and pay tuition and immigration fees by 15 June.

    Documents

    • Passport
    • Diploma with a recent grade list or official transcript (Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets for bachelor's)
    • Signed and stamped preliminary statement if final results are not yet out
    • English test result
    • CV, motivation statement and recommendation letter for MBA programmes

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    English language requirements

    English requirements
    Test or routeTypical requirement
    IELTS Academic6.0 overall for 4-year bachelor's; 6.0 overall and in each component for 3-year bachelor's and several master's. Some master's and MBAs ask for 6.5 overall.
    PTE Academic61 overall (4-year bachelor's) or 61 in each component (3-year bachelor's)
    TOEFL iBT4.5 on the new scale (tests from 21 January 2026); 80 for older tests, with 20 in each section for 3-year bachelor's. Institution code 7042.
    ExemptionsEducation in the UK, Ireland, the US, Canada (except Quebec), Australia, New Zealand, South Africa or Malta, or a diploma on THUAS's list with English as an exam subject. Check whether your Indian board qualifies before you book a test.

    Accommodation and living costs

    THUAS has no halls of its own but its Housing Service arranges rooms with partner providers for first-year international students without a Dutch address. The service fee is €275 and the bachelor's deadline in 2026 was 30 March. Rooms go on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Accommodation and living costs
    ItemIn EURApprox. in rupees
    DUWO room with shared facilities€450–750per month≈ ₹47,700 – ₹79,500
    DUWO self-contained room€650–900per month≈ ₹68,900 – ₹95,400
    Private market in The Hague€500–1,000per month≈ ₹53,000 – ₹1.1 lakh
    THUAS Housing Service feeNon-refundable unless you are not admitted or decline your offer€275one-off≈ ₹29,150

    Campus and location

    Most business, law and management programmes are taught at the Main Campus in The Hague, while engineering and computing programmes such as Applied Computer Science and Next Level Engineering are at the Delft campus.

    • Main Campus in The Hague, plus the Zuiderpark Sports Campus.
    • Delft campus for technology programmes, close to Delft University of Technology.
    • Zoetermeer campus and the Poseidon building in The Hague.
    • Centres of Expertise in cyber security, digital operations and finance, health innovation and sustainability.

    Careers and graduate outcomes

    Programmes are built around internships, real client projects and graduation assignments with organisations. THUAS does not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we used. For post-study stay options, see our Netherlands guide.

    Graduate outcomes
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    Studying in the Netherlands

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    FAQs

    How much are tuition fees for Indian students at THUAS?

    The non-EU institutional fee for bachelor's programmes is €10,528 for 2026/27. Full-time English-taught master's cost €14,000, and the one-year MBAs cost €22,995 if paid in one go. Check the tuition fees page for 2027/28 amounts once published.

    When can I start?

    Most English-taught bachelor's start in September only. Data Driven Business also has a February start, and the MBAs start at the end of August.

    When should I apply?

    Non-EU applications close on 1 May for a September start, and your full documents, English test result and fees are due by 15 June. Apply early if you also want help with housing.

    Is there a scholarship for Indian students?

    Yes. The NL Scholarship gives €5,000 to new non-EEA students who pay the institutional fee. You apply with an English essay before 1 May.

    Can I skip the English test with my Class 12 marks?

    Possibly. THUAS exempts some diplomas that include English as an exam subject. Check the diploma list linked from the entry requirements page or ask the Enrolment Office.

    Sources

    1. THUAS homepage (opens in a new tab)
    2. THUAS: About us (opens in a new tab)
    3. THUAS: Tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
    4. THUAS: Entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
    5. THUAS: How to apply (opens in a new tab)
    6. THUAS: Finance your study and scholarships (opens in a new tab)
    7. THUAS: Housing (opens in a new tab)
    8. THUAS: Bachelor's programmes (opens in a new tab)
    9. THUAS: Master's programmes (opens in a new tab)
    10. THUAS: MBA Artificial Intelligence (opens in a new tab)
    11. THUAS: Data Driven Business (opens in a new tab)

    Official website: www.thuas.com (opens in a new tab)

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