About the university
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (Hogeschool Rotterdam) is a large public university of applied sciences in Rotterdam, Europe's biggest port city. Its schools include Rotterdam Business School, the School of Engineering and Applied Science and the Willem de Kooning Academy for art and design.
Most programmes are taught in Dutch. The main English-taught options for international students are the four-year International Business bachelor's (with a three-year fast track) at Rotterdam Business School, art and design bachelor's at the Willem de Kooning Academy, and one-year master's such as International Supply Chain Management, Consultancy and Entrepreneurship, Shipping and Transport, and Sustainability Transitions.
Indian students look at Rotterdam UAS for logistics, shipping and supply chain master's tied to the Port of Rotterdam, and for a practical business bachelor's in a big, international city. The non-EU deadline of 1 April is earlier than at many Dutch universities.
- Type
- Public university of applied sciences (Hogeschool Rotterdam)
- Schools
- Includes Rotterdam Business School, the School of Engineering and Applied Science and the Willem de Kooning Academy
- English-taught degrees
- Bachelor's in International Business, Fine Art and Graphic Design; 13 master's
- Intakes
- September; February for some master's (not open to non-EU applicants living abroad)
- Non-EU tuition
- €11,949 a year for International Business; €14,449 for the business and logistics master's
- Non-EU deadline
- 1 April for September
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €11,949
- Duration
- 4 years, 240 ECTS (3-year fast track for VWO/IB-level diplomas)
- Intakes
- September (non-EU deadline 1 April; applications open 1 October)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80 or Cambridge CAE 169 (test-centre tests only)
- Postgraduate
MSc International Supply Chain Management
- Fee / year
- €14,449
- Duration
- 1 year full-time (60 ECTS)
- Intakes
- September (apply before 1 April); February intake closed to non-EU applicants living abroad
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (up to two sub-scores 0.5 lower), TOEFL iBT 90 or Cambridge CAE/FCE 180
- Postgraduate
MSc Consultancy and Entrepreneurship
- Fee / year
- €14,449
- Duration
- 1 year full-time (60 ECTS)
- Intakes
- September (apply before 1 April); February intake closed to non-EU applicants living abroad
- English
- Check the programme's admission requirements (the supply chain master's asks IELTS 6.5)
- Postgraduate
MSc Shipping and Transport (full-time)
- Fee / year
- €14,449
- Duration
- 1 year full-time (60 ECTS)
- Intakes
- September (non-EU deadline 1 April)
- English
- Check the programme's admission requirements (the supply chain master's asks IELTS 6.5)
- Postgraduate
MSc Sustainability Transitions
- Fee / year
- €14,449
- Duration
- 1 year full-time (60 ECTS)
- Intakes
- September (applications open 1 October)
- English
- Check the programme's admission requirements
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Business (BBA) | 4 years, 240 ECTS (3-year fast track for VWO/IB-level diplomas) | €11,949 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| MSc International Supply Chain Management | 1 year full-time (60 ECTS) | €14,449 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| MSc Consultancy and Entrepreneurship | 1 year full-time (60 ECTS) | €14,449 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| MSc Shipping and Transport (full-time) | 1 year full-time (60 ECTS) | €14,449 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| MSc Sustainability Transitions | 1 year full-time (60 ECTS) | €14,449 | ≈ ₹15.3 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.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences with similar universities in the Netherlands.
Scholarships
- Bachelor's or master's, non-EEA students
NL Scholarship
Value: €5,000, once, in the first year (national scheme)
Eligibility: Non-EEA students who meet the entry requirements and have no previous Dutch degree. Rotterdam UAS is a participating institution and sets its own deadline.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- A secondary school diploma equivalent to Dutch HAVO, VWO or MBO 4; check how Nuffic rates your Class 12 board. The 3-year fast track needs a VWO-level diploma (or IB).
- No maths requirement is listed for International Business.
- Apply through Studielink between 1 October and 1 April. Non-EU applicants who need a visa have an online intake interview.
Postgraduate
- MSc International Supply Chain Management accepts a bachelor's in any field; other master's ask for a relevant background (Shipping and Transport expects shipping, logistics, supply chain or business).
- Master's applicants send a CV and motivation letter and take a mandatory 20-minute online selection interview.
- Non-EU deadline: 1 April for September. February intakes are closed to non-EU applicants living outside the Netherlands.
Documents
- Passport
- Class 12 certificate and grade list, or bachelor's transcript
- School statement of expected graduation if you have not finished yet
- English certificate (test-centre tests only, under 2 years old)
- CV and motivation letter (master's)
- Certified translation if documents are not in English, Dutch, German, French or Spanish
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Bachelor's: 6.0. MSc International Supply Chain Management: 6.5, with up to two sub-scores 0.5 lower. |
| TOEFL iBT | Bachelor's: 80. Supply chain master's: 90 (5.0). Home editions and 'MyBest' scores are not accepted. |
| Cambridge English | Bachelor's: CAE 169. Supply chain master's: CAE grade C (180–184) or FCE A/B (176–184). |
| Exemption | If your previous education was taught entirely in English, or your diploma is on the EU secondary list. Ask Rotterdam UAS whether your English-medium Indian school or degree qualifies. PTE and Duolingo were not listed. |
Accommodation and living costs
Rotterdam UAS reserves about 220 rooms a year with SSH (Stichting Studenten Huisvesting) for international students enrolled on its programmes, and points others to alternative private providers. It did not publish rents on the housing page, and housing is not stated to be guaranteed.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Non-EU tuition, International Business | €11,949per year | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| Non-EU tuition, business and logistics master's | €14,449per year | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
Campus and location
Rotterdam UAS teaches across several locations in Rotterdam, a modern port city known for its architecture and international business.
- Rotterdam Business School: International Business and the business master's.
- Willem de Kooning Academy: Fine Art, Graphic Design and design master's.
- Master's linked to the Port of Rotterdam, such as Shipping and Transport and International Supply Chain Management.
- About 220 SSH rooms reserved each year for international students.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Programmes are practical and linked to Rotterdam's port, logistics and business sectors. Rotterdam UAS did not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we checked. See our Netherlands guide for post-study work rules.
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Studying in the Netherlands
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in the Netherlands. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
How much does Rotterdam UAS cost for Indian students?
The programme pages show €11,949 a year for International Business and €14,449 for one-year master's such as International Supply Chain Management. The pages do not name the academic year, so confirm before you pay.
What is the deadline?
1 April for non-EU applicants for a September start. Applications open on 1 October.
What IELTS score do I need?
6.0 for International Business; 6.5 for MSc International Supply Chain Management. Online tests are not accepted.
Is there a February intake?
Some master's start in February, but that intake is closed to non-EU students living outside the Netherlands.
Does Rotterdam UAS help with housing?
Yes. It reserves about 220 SSH rooms a year for international students, but demand is high, so book early.
Sources
- Rotterdam UAS: International Business (opens in a new tab)
- Rotterdam UAS: International Business admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Rotterdam UAS: master's programmes (opens in a new tab)
- Rotterdam UAS: MSc International Supply Chain Management (opens in a new tab)
- Rotterdam UAS: MSc International Supply Chain Management admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Rotterdam UAS: English language requirements (bachelor's) (opens in a new tab)
- Rotterdam UAS: tuition fee (opens in a new tab)
- Rotterdam UAS: scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- Rotterdam UAS: student housing (opens in a new tab)
- Study in NL: NL Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
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