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Table of contents

Feel home at Tilburg University 3

Tilburg University 4

The Tilburg University Experience 10

Economics 14

Econometrics and Operations Research 16

International Business Administration 18

Liberal Arts and Sciences 22

After your Bachelor’s Degree 23

Financial Matters 24

Student Services 26

Admission & Application 27

Deadlines for Application 28

Come and Meet Us 29

Useful Addresses and Websites 30

Feel at home at Tilburg University

Studying at Tilburg University means studying at a world-class university on a lively campus,

in the vibrant city of Tilburg. Our university occupies a leading place in international rankings

and is renowned for its research into people and society. We have also been voted best speci-

alist university in the Netherlands in the field of education.

Studying at Tilburg University also means ‘understanding society’: each day, our teachers

and scholars apply their advanced knowledge to the most pressing issues facing the global

community. The moment you arrive at Tilburg University, you will join this international and

multicultural community of academics, students and support staff.

You will soon feel at home at our university, where you will be challenged by our excellent

English-taught Bachelor’s programs. Living and learning in one of the most internationally-

oriented countries in Europe also guarantees that you will enjoy an internationally and cultu-

rally diverse student life.

I wish you the best of luck in deciding which of our excellent programs best fits your interests,

and I hope to welcome you to our campus in the next academic year.

Prof. dr. Philip Eijlander

Rector Magnificus

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“We’re not just one of the best universities in the world.Tilburg is the best university for you.”

Tilburg Universitybe part of the best InternatIonal bachelor’s programs In europe!

When you choose to do your Bachelor’s program at Tilburg University, you can be sure that

you are studying at one of Europe’s most respected institutions. We maintain a top posi-

tion in international rankings, and are consistently benchmarked for the excellence of our

programs.

Our professors are known world-wide for their academic research, and for their practical

ability to bring out the best in you.

On top of that Tilburg University is especially well-known for the international scope.

Students from 85 countries take part in our prestigious and innovative degree programs, so

our campus is literally a ‘global village’ of diversity.

What does thIs mean for you?

Thanks to our excellent reputation your Bachelor’s degree from Tilburg University grows in

prestige every year - a great start to your future education or international career!

tIlburg unIversIty InternatIonal bachelor’s programs (3-year):

π Economics

π Econometrics and Operations Research

π International Business Administration

π Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Shaping a New World, Making a Difference

At Tilburg University, we inspire you to reach your full potential, and in doing so, generate

a positive impact on the society around you.

Our educational programs instill a broad social awareness in our students along with

critical personal and professional skills. Learning and development are offered at all

career levels. Research endeavors aim to advance the frontiers of knowledge on issues

and subjects of direct value to society – and are actively disseminated and applied within

the community with this objective in mind. We play an active part in the local community

and that of the region, the Netherlands and the entire world, maintaining close contact at

all levels.

While our culture is rooted in the Christian and humanist traditions of our European

heritage, we are open to all cultures and traditions, and actively invite students, acade-

mics and practitioners from all corners of the world to participate in our activities. We

offer opportunities for academic pursuit and reflection regardless of personal philosophy.

We strive to maintain a very prominent position in all our specialist areas of academic

endeavor – from economics and business administration to law, the social sciences, the

humanities and theology. In many fields, we are already ranked among the top institutes

in Europe. We intend to build upon our established reputation in every way possible.

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Key figures

rankIngs

π Best specialist university in The Netherlands, in Elsevier’s Higher Education Review

(2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010)

π European Top 10 in the field of Social Sciences Academic Ranking of the World

Universities (Shanghai-ranking, 2011)

π Top 500 Academic Ranking of the World Universities (Shanghai-ranking, 2011)

π # 48 in Arts and Humanities, according to the Times Higher Education World

University Rankings (2010)

π # 109 in Social Sciences & Management, according to the QS World University

Rankings (2010)

π Excellence Status for Economics and Psychology in the CHE ranking

π # 1 in Europe in Economics Research by the latest rankings in the Journal of the

European Economic Association

π # 3 in the Tilburg University Research Ranking of all European institutions and #23 of

all institutions worldwide

π # 3 in Europe in Business Research according to the ranking of the School of

Management of the University of Texas, Dallas in 2009

Tilburg University programs are accredited by:

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tIlburg unIversIty In a nutshell 2010

π 13,153 students

π 1,050 international students from 85 countries

π 1,804 staff members

π 196 full professors

π 3,380 Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees

π 111 PhD degrees

The Campus

tIlburg unIversIty Is located In the heart of a peaceful green Wood

crIss-crossed WIth bIke and WalkIng traIls, an envIronment that InvItes

quIet reflectIon.

But the campus itself is bustling with student activity and a variety of research, business and

cultural events – a contrast that makes Tilburg University an especially attractive and dyna-

mic place for learning.

The 15 buildings that comprise Tilburg University, including our state-of-the-art University

Library and excellent Sports Center, are all within easy walking distance from each other. This

relaxed environment – which features several cafes and cantines, and art and architectural

installations - encourages informal socializing between your lectures and study periods. And

the facilities are excellent.

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MeiMei Dai, China Economics: “When I arrived in Tilburg, I was impressed by the green environment in and outside the university. There is a forest as a backyard! Study facilities are impressive.”

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The Tilburg University Culture

We say that our Bachelor’s programs are about ‘Shaping a New World, Making a Difference’.

It’s true. The Tilburg University culture – interactive, international, and focused on sustai-

nability - will change the way you think about the future, and help you to make a positive

difference wherever you go.

InteractIve

Tilburg University fosters a culture of interaction. This is true in the classroom, where you

interact and collaborate with other students and your lecturers, and with external speakers

in your field of study. It’s also important that you have an opportunity to interact with the

greater world of academia and art. So you’ll be invited to the free weekly lectures, discus-

sions, exhibitions, cultural workshops, concerts and theater events organised on campus by

the Studium Generale. You’ll listen to some of the most important academics and business

leaders in the world discussing issues ranging from climate change to the economics of pen-

sions in the EU; but you’ll also see cabaret, comedy, and film. Get involved!

InternatIonal

Tilburg University offers a distinctly international culture throughout all of its programs, and

that is of unique benefit to you and other Bachelor’s students who want to make a difference

in the world. When you interact with your international friends and peers at Tilburg Univer-

sity, you learn something crucial: each of us is formed by attitudes and expectations from our

own culture and country. No single viewpoint is ‘right’. Your Bachelor’s program in Tilburg is

therefore the time take on a new and broader perspective – to become a true world citizen.

Taking this open attitude forward into your life will help you shape the future of the world in a

positive and constructive – and wise – manner.

sustaInable

Tilburg has been voted the greenest city in the Netherlands, and this focus on sustainability

is reflected in the research topics, program content, and overall culture of the University.

Much of Tilburg University runs on green energy, and research directed to the overall con-

cerns of sustainability is produced by our leading faculty members. Ever heard of the ‘3 Ps’

(People, Planet, Profit)? BOP (Base of the Pyramid)? Closed loop supply chains? At Tilburg

University, you will – and you’ll learn why they are important to you and the future.

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The City

tIlburg Is an IdyllIc unIversIty toWn

Awarded the designation of the most environmentally sustainable city in the Netherlands,

Tilburg is home to no less than 30,000 students. Named one of the fastest growing econo-

mic regions in the Netherlands, local employment prospects in the area are promising. Over

7,600 companies are based or headquartered in the region, including multinationals Fuji,

Sony, Coca Cola, IFF and Iris Ohyama.

tIlburg Is convenIently-located

A short train ride will get you to major European capitals including Amsterdam, Brussels,

Paris, London and Cologne. Nearby Schiphol and Eindhoven Airports make air travel easy –

meaning the UK is just an hour away.

a rIchly hIstorIc toWn WIth a young, cosmopolItan heart

Tilburg has something for everyone: a thriving café and restaurant culture, sports, art films,

world-class pop music at podium 013, classical music at the Tilburg Concert Hall, and great

contemporary art work at the De Pont Museum. All year long the city hosts festivals including

the Festival Mundial (world music), City Sounds (Free Dance Festival), the Tilburg Wine City,

the Festipet Street Theatre, Culinary Tilburg, the Tilburg Kermis (the largest fun fair in the

Benelux) and the Tilburg Ten Miles Run.

Just outsIde the cIty are areas of outstandIng natural beauty

They include National Park ‘De Loonse en Drunense Duinen’ and the Oude Warande woods.

the netherlands

When it comes to making the Netherlands home, international students and staff discover

a country in which it’s easy to get around. With English as an unofficial ‘second language’,

it’s also easy to communicate. The Netherlands ranks 6th in the world for quality of life, and

embraces no less than 160 different nationalities in its population, and offers a well-orga-

nised and easily-accessible public transport system. The Dutch economy provides limitless

opportunities for those who wish to work in a multinational, multicultural environment. The

Netherlands is the world’s 8th largest exporter, and home to many of the world’s most suc-

cessful multinational companies including Philips, Shell, and Unilever.

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The Tilburg University experience

learnIng at tIlburg takes place In class, In companIes –

and even In other countrIes.

At Tilburg University, learning is not passive – it’s interactive, collaborative and challenging.

Class sizes are deliberately kept small to maximize individual attention from teaching staff,

while in-class discussions keep you actively engaged and involved.

A focus on group work prepares you for the reality of a working environment – where you’ll

be expected to collaborate with diverse team-mates to produce quality results, just like you

will in your future career.

multIcultural classroom

The Bachelor’s programs welcome diversity in student body and staff. Students from different

countries come together in a multicultural classroom where they can share their ambitions

for an international career – one that makes a difference. You will see the international diver-

sity in class and work in international teams on assignments. This offers a unique prepara-

tion for a future international career.

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Niko Böhnert, GermanyStudent International Business Administration: “At Tilburg there are so many ways to get connected with other students from the Netherlands as well as international students – and it starts from the moment you arrive on campus, with the kick-off of TIK week.”

exchange opportunItIes

In our International Bachelor’s programs you are encouraged to spend one semester

studying abroad. It might be Barcelona. It might be Beijing. It might be Sydney. Wherever

it is, your international exchange will be an unforgettable experience that produces new

friendships, connections, and above all, a heightened understanding of the world. You will

strengthen your credentials, while developing strong intercultural skills in preparation for an

international career. For a full and up-to-date view of all exchange partners, visit our website

www.tilburguniversity.edu/partners

make the most of your educatIon

Students who feel ready to take on challenges above and beyond their regular course of study,

there are a number of interesting possibilities such as honors programs and leadership pro-

grams. Striving for excellence is the raison d’être of our University’s programs!

teachIng methods

In the Bachelor’s programs you will encounter stimulating new forms of teaching, in classes

that vary in size from 20 students up to 250 students. You will learn through:

π Working in teams

π Lectures

π Instruction lectures

π Tutorials

π Skills tutorials

π PC Lab sessions

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ects (european credIt transfer system)

Tilburg University employs the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS,), the most commonly

used credit system in Europe. The total workload of one academic year has been defined as

60 credits, which stands for approximately 1680 hours. Most courses have a study load of 6

credits, which you acquire after it successful completion.

InternatIonal student assocIatIons

International Student Associations get you in contact with like-minded students. Specific

to Tilburg University are Asset, the Student Association for the School of Economics and

Management; MAK, the Mentorship System of the School of Economics and Management

and Extra Muros, the study association for Liberal Arts and Sciences students; but global

organizations like SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) and AWAke International also have a

presence on campus.

bIndIng study advIce

Based on the results you obtain for your courses in the first year, you will be able to determine

whether you are capable of successfully completing the remaining two years of the program.

It is also important to check whether the program meets your expectations with respect to

content, educational approach and career perspectives.

At the end of your first bachelor’s year you will receive a so called binding study advice.

guIdance and mentorIng

Tilburg University has got responsibilities concerning the binding study advice. You definitely

will not receive a negative binding study advice without good counseling by the university.

The university offers a broad study counseling package for all first year students, so that pos-

sible threats to a good study progress will be minimized.

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Economics

gaIn sought-after expertIse from some of europe’s leadIng economIsts

A great demand exists for economists who can understand, analyze and forecast changes to

the global economic landscape and their implications for the performance of organizations.

This program offers you this coveted area of expertise, as well as the prestige of being taught

by some of Europe’s most respected economists.

Furthermore, the program provides a solid grounding in microeconomics, macroeconomics

and econometrics, as well as specific knowledge in core fields including financial economics,

international economics, public sector economics and development economics. Courses in

business economics and philosophy are also part of the degree, as well as a variety of electi-

ves during the last semester of the program.

Akash Arasu, Economics: “I was attracted by Tilburg’s reputation for being one of the best universities in Europe for Economics. Plus I needed an undergraduate program taught in English and the Netherlands is one of the few countries in continental Europe that teaches undergraduate programs in English. Furthermore, the program was appealing and interesting.”

Economics

the essentIals

π Three-year Bachelor of Science program

π Two-year foundation and one-year specialization with choice from a wide range of

electives

π English-taught curriculum

π Ideal combination of theory, practice and institutions

π International classmates, content, and teaching staff

π Interactive and innovative teaching methods

π Opportunity to study abroad at one of Tilburg’s partner universities

Please visit www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/economics for more detailed information

about the BSc Economics.

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Dr. Henk van Gemert, Associate Professor Academic Director BSc Economics: “Economics is exciting. If you follow the news and its coverage of employment, competition, trade and capital flows, climate change, government regulation, emerging markets and so on – you realize that economic events touch almost every aspect of people’s lives.”

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Prof. dr. Henk Norde, Full Professor Mathematics & Game Theory ,Academic Director BSc Econometrics and Opera-tions Research, Chosen the Best Teacher Econometrics Program (student-elected):“My research interest lies in the field of game theory. I recently participated in a European Community project focused on the reorganization of the railway sector in Europe. Our task was to develop a tool for the division of the railway infrastructure costs among the different international railway companies using this infrastructure. This is a nice example of an application of cooperative game theory in practice.”

Econometrics and Operations Research

specIalIZe In solvIng the most complex busIness and economIcs Issues

With globalization and other market forces adding ever more complexity to decision-making

within business and economics, the need for mathematical models and statistics to solve

everyday problems is rapidly increasing. You will be the one to provide them with a Bachelor

of Science Econometrics and Operations Research (EOR).

The three-year BSc EOR is a fundamentally quantitative program for ambitious students with

an aptitude for mathematics, logic and analytical thinking. Learning focuses on understan-

ding how to formulate mathematical and statistical models in relation to problems in econo-

mics and business, and using and applying these models to real business issues to actualize

effective solutions.

Econometrics and Operations Research

Your ability to apply these models to problems related to issues around, for example,

production planning, inventory management, investment, insurance and retirement will be

invaluable in organizations worldwide. Economics, statistics and mathematics are the key

ingredients of this program and should be your primary academic interests.

the essentIals

π Three-year Bachelor of Science program

π English-taught curriculum

π Challenging and intensive program

π Strong quantitative background in mathematics and statistics required

π Lectures by internationally-recognized professors

π Extensive and individual study guidance by lecturers and academic advisors

Please visit www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/eor for more detailed information about the

BSc Econometrics and Operations Research.

Pieter Platteel, Student Econometrics and Operations Research: “I chose the Econometrics and Operations Research program because I liked mathematics and economics when I was in secondary school. And I chose Tilburg University because I liked the smaller, more hospitable student life that Tilburg has to offer.”

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International Business Administration

The Bachelor’s in International Business Administration (IBA) prepares you to understand

the concepts of today’s business, conducted in an international environment with customers

and suppliers from all over the world with social, environmental and financial challenges,

and companies that need and are continuously seeking employees with an integrated, ethical

and transparent approach, who are able to make innovative contributions in such a compe-

titive environment. IBA is the ultimate preparation for an international management career,

accumulating a wealth of knowledge across all the main business fields and management. In

addition, attention is paid to innovative and sustainable approaches of companies aiming to

make a difference in shaping a new world economy.’

A three-year undergraduate program, the IBA offers a unique international learning expe-

rience: classmates from all over the world, international teaching staff, international study

trips, and content that takes a global perspective. The four core areas within business admi-

nistration are covered: accounting, finance, marketing, and organization and management.

the essentIals

π Three-year Bachelor of Science program

π English-taught curriculum

π Unique combination of theory and practice

π Business and scientific research development

π International faculty, staff and students

π Interactive and innovative teaching methodology

π International experiences via study trips and exchanges

Prof. Dr. Ir. Bart VosProfessor NEVI Chair Purchasing Management, Academic Director BSc International Business Administration: “Business nowadays is demanding. The IBA program stimulates students to acquire critical knowledge and skills needed to work at a professional level in international business settings.”

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International Business Administration

the program

Studying International Business Administration (IBA) at Tilburg University means you will

develop knowledge and skills for a career in business organizations. More specifically, you

will develop the ability to think and act effectively when working with people in business orga-

nizations. In order to build this activity, the IBA program involves the development of skills in

the area of communication, networking, teamwork, systematic research, planning, writing, re-

porting and entrepreneurship. IBA prepares you for the international labor market in the field

of business. Therefore, international aspects of business will be distinctive characteristics of

the program. Not only with regard to the contents of the program, but also with respect to

the design of the program and the student’s learning opportunities. The program creates an

international community in which you learn to deal with cultural differences:

π Our recruitment and selection process is aimed at students with international

ambitions.

π Classes consist of students with different nationalities. Team work activities will be

done in teams with students of different backgrounds.

π Most courses stress the international aspects of doing business. Cases deal with

problems of international companies and organizations.

π In the third year of the program, students will have the opportunity to study one

semester abroad.

Please visit www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/iba for more detailed information about the

BSc International Business Administration.

Eric von Wickern, GermanyInternational Business Administration: “The BSc International Business Administration is a perfect option to develop myself. At the same time Tilburg University is a place where I can potentially use my ideas and actually try to change something.“

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Liberal Arts and Sciences

Designed for ambitious, globally-minded students from all around the world, the BA Liberal

Arts and Sciences offers the unique opportunity to attain a specialized qualification in one of

four Majors, combined with a broad and interdisciplinary liberal arts education.

the essentIals

π International three-year bachelor’s degree program taught in English.

π Internationally-renowned Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree

π Broad & interdisciplinary liberal arts education, which means:

- Opportunities to follow courses on a wide variety of subjects.

- Examining issues using insights from multiple academic disciplines.

- Building specialist knowledge in the subject areas that interest you most.

π Freedom to design your own study program.

π Small & interactive classes.

π Strong emphasis on the training of academic skills.

Pia Gutierrez Zarate, PeruLiberal Arts and Sciences: “I decided to study Liberal Arts and Sciences because of its interdisciplinary character. You are able to study and discuss various views on different matters. This widens your perspective and prepares you for a broad outlook on a multifaceted world.“

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Liberal Arts and Sciences

dIstInguIshIng characterIstIcs

Tilburg University’s BA Liberal Arts and Sciences program differs from Liberal Arts programs

offered elsewhere:

π It does not take place in a residential setting in which Liberal Arts students live and

tudy together 24/7, 365 days per year.

π It is the joint initiative of its four leading Schools, meaning you will be taught by

highly experienced, well-known professors with a variety of academic backgrounds

and different research traditions.

π European history and culture are the profiling elements in the curriculum.

π It offers you a set of clearly-defined career or Master’s options upon graduation, and

extensive guidance and mentoring from your academic advisor.

π It uses innovative teaching methods unique to Tilburg University’s approach to

Liberal Arts, such as team teaching or distance courses.

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Liberal Arts and Sciences

the program

The first year has been designed to provide you with an overview of the different academic

disciplines offered within the BA Liberal Arts and Sciences program. Specialization within one

discipline - your future Major - begins in the second year. We offer the following Majors:

π Humanities: European History and Culture

π Business and Management

π Social Sciences

π Law in Europe

Please visit www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/las for more detailed information about the

BA Liberal Arts and Sciences

Dama Sathianathan, Germany, Student Liberal Arts and Sciences: “Choosing to study Liberal Arts & Sciences in Tilburg was a very good decision. Since we have small classes, it always is a very lively classroom, with a lot of scope for discussions and intriguing debates. It is fascinating how people from different backgrounds and cultures see a certain issue from a completely different perspective.”

After your Bachelor’s degree

With a Bachelor’s degree from Tilburg University, you can expect doors to open - whether

it’s to a top Master’s program at Tilburg University or another renowned institution, or a

dreamed-of first job at a multinational company.

a master’s at tIlburg unIversIty

A Master’s degree enables you to expand your expertise in a specialized area, preparing you

to pursue specific careers in that area. For an overview of our Master’s programs, visit

www.tilburguniversity.edu/masters

a master’s at another top unIversIty

You may also decide to join a Master’s program elsewhere. Because of the international cha-

racter and reputation of our Bachelor’s programs, you are in a strong position to apply

for Master’s programs at the world’s top universities.

your career prospects

A certain reputation goes with being a Tilburg University graduate. Your degree is an indica-

tor of the best European education – a guarantee of everything from in-depth knowledge to

well-developed intercultural and communication skills. You can be sure of excellent career

prospects and a competitive edge in the labor market.

Ning Ma, China, PhD Student Econometrics and Operations Research: “My choice of Tilburg University was based on its worldwide reputation for research. And, after three years studying here, I am even more convinced I made the right decision, having seen the strength of the research team and their ambition to constantly improve the quality of the research conducted.”

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Financial Matters

Our international Bachelor’s programs represent superb value for money. The emphasis on

quality, the multicultural confidence you gain, the opportunity to interact and do something big

and meaningful in the world – these are invaluable and add up to much more than an educa-

tion. What does it cost to transform your life – and begin to shape the future of the world?

cost of lIvIng

Living in Tilburg is relatively cheap compared to other Dutch university cities, such as Amster-

dam and Utrecht. Living in the Netherlands will cost you between e 795 and e 895 per month.

Below is a general overview of your estimated monthly living costs in Tilburg:

Accommodation e 375 - e 475

Food expenses e 300

Books and readers e 75

Health, liability and travel insurance fees* e 45

Total e 795 - e 895

* Insurance premiums vary according to a student’s personal situation.

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Financial Matters

tuItIon fees

Tilburg University receives state funding for students with an European Economic Area (EEA)

citizenship. Different tuition fees therefore apply to EEA and non-EEA citizens. EEA and Swiss

students paid e 1,713 for a full academic year, and non-EEA students paid e 6,546. Final tui-

tion fees for our international Bachelor’s programs commencing 2012-2013 will be available

on our website at www.tilburguniversity.edu/tuitionfees in Fall 2011.

WorkIng WhIle studyIng

If you wish to work in the Netherlands, there are a number of things you need to know. Students

with a study visa need a work permit, and are restricted in the number of hours they can work.

EEA students (with the exception of Bulgarian and Romanian students) do not need a work

permit for a part-time job. Please visit www.nuffic.nl/international-students/living-in-holland/

living-in-holland/working-while-studying for more information. Additionally, if you are an EEA

student, work at least eight hours a week, and have a certain type of contract, you can apply for

a grant and a free public transport card from the Dutch government. Please visit

www.ib-groep.nl/International_visitors/student_grant/student_grant.asp for more information.

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Student services

At Tilburg University, it’s part of our job to help you adjust to life at Tilburg University as

quickly and as smoothly as possible. Here’s an idea of what you can expect.

IntroductIon Week

Life at Tilburg University always gets off to a flying start. You won’t feel alone during your first

weeks in Tilburg. With various student-organized events and introduction weeks, you will

quickly make new friends and discover that life in Tilburg is about much more than studying.

Furthermore, the introduction week ensures that you quickly become integrated into life at the

university and in Tilburg. Visit www.tilburguniversity.edu/welcomeweek for more information.

accommodatIon

We will help you get started with finding your own guaranteed accommodation in Tilburg.

Two housing companies in Tilburg specialize in offering fully furnished accommodation for

international students. Student accommodation can be found just around campus and in

between the university and the city center of Tilburg. Please visit

www.tilburguniversity.edu/accommodation for more information.

ImmIgratIon requIrements

From the moment your application is accepted, the staff at the International Office will help you

to meet the immigration requirements. Visit www.tilburguniversity.edu/visa for more information.

language centre

Our Language Center offers courses for students who want to improve their skills in Dutch or

another foreign language. You will receive two language vouchers for free.

Visit www.tilburguniversity.edu/language-centre for more information.

Usama Tariq, Pakistan, Student International Business Administration: “The University offers every possible facility to aid your study. The teachers are helpful and provide all the possible resources required. For guidance, classmates have always been very helpful.”

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Admission and application

tIlburg unIversIty Welcomes applIcants WIth:

π A strong drive and motivation to learn and work in an international environment

π Ambition and the desire for intellectual challenge and personal development

π A high level of self-discipline and self-motivation

π An interest in participating in small-scale, interactive classes as well as lectures based

on world-changing research

π An interest in honing their ability to think critically and analytically

admIssIon requIrements

In general, you are eligible for our Bachelor’s program if you hold:

π A Dutch VWO diploma

π A non-Dutch diploma equivalent to the Dutch VWO, such as IB, EB, A+O levels,

4 AP courses, Abitur or another European diploma

π And for non-European candidates, a high school diploma plus one or two years of

university.

In addition, you may have to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of Mathematics and English.

For a complete overview of the diploma requirements per country, please go to:

www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/admissionrequirements

language

Proficiency in English can be demonstrated by submitting the results from either a TOEFL

test or from an IELTS test. The required minimum score for TOEFL is 550 (paper based) or

213 (computer based) or 80 (internet based); for IELTS 6.0 overall and 5.5. minimum on all

parts. The institutional code for TOEFL is 9860.

Deadlines for application

Please note that the deadlines for application vary per program.

ready to take the next step? see our WebsIte or contact us

Complete information about applying to an International Bachelor’s Program at Tilburg

University is available here: www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/admissionprocedure

We want to be sure you have all the help you need in applying to these programs, so if you

have any additional questions please don’t hesitate to contact us:

bachelor’s programs In economIcs and busIness

Phone: +31 13 466 8972

E-mail: infoTiSEM@tilburguniversity.edu

bachelor’s program In lIberal arts and scIences

Phone: +31 13 466 2140

E-mail: liberalarts@tilburguniversity.edu

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BSc Economics 15 May (both EEA and non-EEA students)

BSc International Business Administration 15 May (both EEA and non-EEA applicants)

BSc Econometrics and Operations Research 15 May non-EEA applicants /

1 July EEA applicants

BA in Liberal Arts and Sciences 1 April non-EEA applicants /

1 July EEA applicants

Come and meet us

You can get a more concrete sense of Tilburg University and our programs by meeting us –

either in your home country, by visiting us on-campus, or even via social media!

meet us close to home: see our InternatIonal recruItment calendar

Tilburg University regularly appears at recruitment fairs and events around the world.

To find out when we’ll be close to you, see

www.tilburguniversity.edu/meetus

student-for-a-day: get a feel for lIfe at tIlburg

See what it means to be a Tilburg University student: spend a day at the University, attending

lectures relevant to your choice of international program, talking with other international

students, and getting a feel for life on campus, and in the city of Tilburg.

Find out more about our Student-for-a-Day programs in Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 by chec-

king our website at:

www.tilburguniversity.edu/studentforaday

your opInIon has Impact: talk of tomorroW

Social media specific to Tilburg University: Talk of Tomorrow, an online discussion platform

where you can meet other students who are involved in the world, and share your opinion on

matters that are important in society today.

Talk with us on www.talkoftomorrow.com

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Bachelor’s Economics www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/economics

Bachelor’s Econometrics

and Operations Research www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/eor

Bachelor’s International

Business Administration www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/iba

Bachelor’s Liberal Arts and

Sciences www.tilburguniversity.edu/bachelors/las

Master’s programs www.tilburguniversity.edu/masters

Dutch-taught Bachelor’s

programs www.tilburguniversity.edu/bacheloropleidingen

About studying in the

Netherlands www.studyin.nl

City of Tilburg www.tilburg.nl/english

The Netherlands www.holland.nl

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Editors: Carla Fluhr, Lesa Sawahata, Susanne Roelle

Design: Communicatie Team

Photography: Unitedstudios, Gerrit Oude Sogtoen, Ben Bergmans

Print: PrismaPrint, Tilburg University

This is a publication of Tilburg University. While this brochure was prepared with great

care, Tilburg University reserves the right to change, without notice, any programs, policies,

requirements or regulations published in this brochure.

The photographs used in this brochure are taken by order of Tilburg University.

The people on the pictures are genuine students and staff members of the university.

Contact us

Useful Addresses:

Tilburg University

Postal address:

PO Box 90153

5000 LE Tilburg

The Netherlands

Tilburg University

@Tilburg_Uni

TilburgUniversity

Contact

Bachelor’s Programs in Economics and Business

Phone: +31 13 466 2512

E-mail: infoTiSEM@tilburguniversity.edu

Bachelor’s Program in Liberal Arts and Sciences

Phone: +31 13 466 2140

E-mail: liberalarts@tilburguniversity.edu

Visiting address:

Warandelaan 2

5037 AB Tilburg

The Netherlands