Bachelor Physiotherapy (International Class)
Saxion University of Applied Sciences · Enschede, Netherlands
Taught in EnglishNo CAO points neededMotivation letter + interviewApplied sciencesInternships from Year 1
⚠ Language warning: Saxion says that because the international class is taught in English, graduates cannot register directly as a physiotherapist in the Netherlands. To work as a physiotherapist in the Netherlands you would also need to show Dutch language competence. This does not stop you working in Ireland or elsewhere, but check CORU recognition before you apply.
Duration4 years (240 ECTS)
StartsSept 2027
EntryInterview
Deadline (EU)1 Apr 2027
EU fee 2027/28€2,771 / yr
About the course
A practical physiotherapy degree with internships from the very first year. You study biomedical science, kinesiology and behavioural science, and use Saxion’s Health and Wellbeing Lab (3D motion analysis, ultrasound and an exercise-testing lab). The international class has students from over 30 countries and also works with Dutch students. Graduates work in hospitals, care homes, rehabilitation centres, sports clubs and private practice. The degree is a Bachelor of Science.
Entry requirements for Irish students
- You need a secondary school diploma with good results, at least equivalent to the Dutch HAVO (Saxion checks this using Nuffic). There is no fixed published Leaving Cert grade, so contact admissions to confirm.
- Recommended subjects: Biology and/or Physics.
- English: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent). You are exempt if your diploma is on Nuffic’s diploma list and English is on your transcript.
- Selection: motivation letter and interview.
How to apply
- Apply on StudielinkApply on Studielink and give Saxion the information it asks for before 1 April 2027. You can only take part in selection if this step is complete by then.
- SelectionAssessment of your motivation letter, followed by an interview.
- ConfirmationSaxion confirms whether you have been selected.
- Documents and feesFinal diploma, transcript and payment by 31 August 2027.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 April 2027 (other Saxion bachelors close on 15 August). Send your most recent school results with your application; your Leaving Cert results follow in August.
Costs
- Dutch statutory EU fee: €2,771 for 2027/28 (Saxion lists €2,694 for 2026/27).
- EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
Places are allocated through selection, so apply early and prepare your motivation letter.
Checked against the official Saxion website on 23 October 2026. The 2027/28 fee is the Dutch statutory fee. Always confirm details with the university before applying.
