University College GroningenBA / BSc Liberal Arts and Sciences

Agenda for today’s webinar

• Introduction• University College Groningen and the Liberal Arts and Sciences

programme• Admission requirements • Fees and scholarships• Studying in Groningen• Q & A session• Closure

UCG Liberal Arts and Sciences • Emphasizes freedom of choice• Encourages to think across borders • Develops superb academic skills • Deals with important societal questions• Integrates academic and social activities

• Is about a good meaningful life!

UCG programme structure• 3 years undergraduate programme – intensive and challenging curriculum• Major programme 90 credits; Core programme 60 credits; Minor programme 30 credits

First year: Academic Core 30 credits, Electives 30 credits

Academic Core 15 creditsMajor 20 credits Minor 10 credits

Academic core 15 credits

Second year: Academic Core 25 credits, Electives 35 credits

Major 10 credits Major 10 credits Major 10 credits

 

Academic Core 25 Credits Free Format Major/Minor(5 credits)

Third year: Academic Core 5 credits, Electives 55 credits

Study abroad (20 credits Minor + 10 credits Major)Major 10 credits Major 5 credits

Academic Core 5 credits

Bachelor Thesis 10 credits

The Programme at UCG – Year 1

Global Challenges(Learn about the complex global

challenges of today)

Research & Methodology(Learn to ask the right questions

before you tackle a problem: Logic, math, statistics, philosophy of

science)

Integrative Projects (Apply academic knowledge and skills

with creative approaches to global societal challenges)

30 credits (core)

Sciences

SocialSciences

Humanities

30 credits (electives)

The Programme at UCG – Year 2 and 3Choose from 3 majors – or choose the free major and select any combination of courses (examples below from a wider selection)

Year 2 • Major (35 credits)• Core Research &

Methodology (15 credits)• Core project (10 credits)

Year 3• Study abroad (20 minor + 10

major =30 credits)• Major 25 credits (incl. 10

credit capstone Bachelor thesis)

• Core project (5 credits)

After UCG• Graduate with a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science (Title depends on your major

program (Humanities, BA; (Social) Sciences, BSc)• Develop broad/deep academic knowledge + creative problem-solving skills – transferable

to many career perspectives• Prepare for a master’s degrees and careers in a variety of disciplines, e.g. business,

government, NGO’s, the arts, scientific research and more…

Admission and Selection

Het middelbareschooldiploma (Certificado de Conclusão de 2º Grau / Certificado de Conclusão de Ensino Médio) is dus niet voldoende,

• Apply via Studielink and OAS• Admissions on rolling basis – 120 places available• Selection: assessment of grades and (video or) letter of motivation

Netherlands VWO Grade 7 overall

International Baccalaureate

International Baccalaureate Diploma 32 points

Brazil Please note: Certificado de Conclusão de 2º Grau / Certificado de Conclusão de Ensino Médio is not sufficient. You need at least 1 year of higher education in order to be eligible.

Curriculum and grades are subject to evaluation

English and Maths You need to demonstrate proficiency in English and Maths – this can be done via your previous education or with a TOEFL or IELTS test

Fees and Scholarships

Scholarships2 scholarships (non-EU only) and 4 partial tuition fee grants

Tuition FeesEU Non-EU

€4,000 per year €12,000 per year

Living Costs

Accommodation Other Costs

Approx. €450 per month (furnished room inc. gas/electricity, water, WiFi)

Approx €400 - €600 per month (books, food, social activities etc)

Campus LifeUCG is a residential City College with a vibrant academic and social community.

Academic campus building• Brand new teaching space• Key location in city centre of Groningen• Library• Scenario labs & international classroom• Kitchen/lounge area

Accommodation• City centre location (next to train station)• Shared bathroom and kitchen (8-10 students)• 5 minute-walk from University College campus• Sport and social facilities on ground floor• Make close friends in an international environment

Social Life at University College Groningen• Caerus - several committees…or start your own!• Social activities: sports events, camping trips, dinners, parties• Academic activities: guest lectures, skills training, excursions• Meet students in Groningen and other UC’s in the Netherlands

Studying in Groningen• Groningen – top student city (50,000 students)• Many associations and committees outside of UCG as well – Turkish Student association within the

University of Groningen as well! http://gutsa.org/• Market with fresh fruit, meat and vegetables three times a week• Turkish grocery stores with authentic products• Vibrant student community: make close friends in an international environment!

Find out more!● (Virtual) Student for a Day: register for selected dates or for the online

experience via website or e-mail to ucg@rug.nl● Web Class: starts early Spring, sign up from February 1st

● Webinars: Get a taste of all the majors that we offer through online sessions

● www.rug.nl/ucg

Q & A

Thank you for your attention!