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BSc Human Geography and Planning

University of Groningen (Faculty of Spatial Sciences) · Groningen, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishApply via Studielink, not the CAOOpen entryStatistics-heavyFieldwork
Duration3 years
StartsSept 2027
EntryOpen entry
Deadline (EU)1 May 2027
EU fee 2027/28€2,771 / yr

About the course

Covers urban development, globalisation and labour markets, migration, and urban and regional planning. Includes yearly fieldwork (with fieldwork abroad in Year 3), GIS mapping, two statistics courses and a final bachelor’s project.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Leaving Certificate with at least 6 subjects from the Established Programme: 2 at Higher Level with at least H5 and the other 4 at O6/H7 or better, plus a CAO score of at least 350. All applications are assessed individually.
  • The Irish requirements list no specific subject for this programme, but the programme page expects maths at a level comparable to Dutch VWO Maths A, B or C, as statistics is a core part of the degree. Taking Leaving Cert Maths is advisable; check with admissions if unsure.

How to apply

  1. Apply on StudielinkRegister and apply for the BSc on Studielink before 1 May 2027.
  2. Upload documentsUpload your Leaving Cert results (or the documents the portal asks for if you are still at school) and proof of English in the university’s online portal before 1 May 2027.
  3. Optional matchingTake part in the matching activity if you wish; attendance is optional and the advice is not binding.
  4. Receive decisionYou may get a conditional offer, which becomes final once your Leaving Cert results show you meet the requirements.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 May 2027 (Studielink application and document upload for September 2027 entry).

Costs

  • Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,694 (2026/27). The 2027/28 fee is set by the Dutch government each year (expected to be close to €2,800).
  • EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
Open-entry course: if you meet the requirements, you get a place. You must earn at least 45 credits in your first 12 months to continue (binding study advice).

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityGroningen
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesNo cap
EntryOpen entry
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Checked against the official University of Groningen website: September 2026 (2027 entry). The fee shown is for 2026/27; confirm the 2027/28 fee closer to the time. Always confirm details with the university before applying.