Frequently asked questions about the Pro degree programmes

The Hague University of Applied Sciences Pro (THUAS Pro) offers vocationally-oriented degree programmes that enable you to advance as a professional or specialise in a specific field. You can combine a degree programme at The Hague University of Applied Sciences Pro with your job. For some degree programmes, work experience in a relevant professional environment is a requirement. 

The Hague University of Applied Sciences Pro is part of The Hague University of Applied Sciences. So you are studying at the same educational institute. We use the name ‘Pro’ for our part-time degree programmes for professionals. 

The Hague University of Applied Sciences Pro offers a range of English-taught programmes for professionals, from multi-year Master’s degree programmes to shorter modules. Take a look at our programmes and degree programmes here: 

• Master's degree programmes 
• Modules 
• Post-graduate 

You can only attend a lecture if you are already in the Netherlands. If so, we would love to welcome you here at THUAS Pro for a trial lesson. If you are unable to come to the Netherlands we can arrange for one of our current students to contact you. This will help you to learn more about our programmes. If you are interested, please email us at [email protected] or call +31 70 445 89 00. 

We offer several professional skills classes during the programme. These are career-related workshops that help you to reflect on and define your career goals. We do not offer personal coaching. Our students have a hands-on mentality, and they find jobs through active networking within our rich network of alumni and corporate partners. We are here to point students in the right direction. 

Our programmes are accredited by NVAO, the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders. 

Depending on your degree programme and the results you achieve, you will receive a diploma or a certificate upon completion: 

• an internationally recognised higher professional (HBO) education diploma upon completion of a master’s degree programme; 
• a certificate upon completion of a post-graduate degree programme or a master’s module. 

A Master’s degree programme at a university of applied sciences is vocationally based. You will apply what you have learned in your job right from day one. You will be given a research assignment from the organisation where you work. This will be based on your current role or the role you aim to perform (applied research). At a university of applied sciences, you follow a Master’s degree programme with a limited number of fellow students. This means that class sizes are small. It enables us to give a lot of attention to your development. 

If you follow a Master’s degree programme at a research university, you will be asked to carry out academic research. This is more distant from actual practice. At a university, you will often be taught in large lecture halls, and you will have more online tutorials. 

The admission criteria vary per degree programme. Go to the degree programme you are interested in and check what specific admission requirements are applicable. Are you unsure whether you meet the criteria? Contact Central Student Enrolment: +31 70 445 85 85 or [email protected]. 

Please contact the Academic Preparation Course (PREP school) at The Hague University of Applied Sciences. They will help you acquire the English proficiency and study skills you will need for an international education at Dutch universities. You can choose between PREP schools that last for one year (starts in September) or six months (starts in February). 

With the right planning and preparation, this is definitely possible. Because of your lessons and self-study, you have less free time than before. It helps to talk about it with your partner, children and friends. So that everyone knows what to expect in the coming period and how they can best support you. The study coach who supports you throughout your studies will be happy to offer you advice. For first-hand accounts and tips, you can also speak to current students during an information session, online or in person. 

For most Pro degree programmes, you need at least two years of relevant work experience. The exact duration will be assessed on the basis of your CV or an initial interview. As the Pro degree programmes are practice-oriented, you will need a relevant professional environment in which to carry out your assignments. You will discuss this during the initial consultation as well. Go to the degree programme you are interested in and check what specific admission requirements it has. 

Yes, it does, but only if the work placement requires higher education or equivalent ability. 

Our Enrolment Centre created a page containing all the information on immigration and visas. 

A non-EU/EEA student with a residence permit for study may work for a maximum of 16 hours per week during the academic year, or full-time during the months of June, July, and August. You cannot use both options at the same time. 

You can apply for an Orientation Year Visa (Zoekjaar) after you have graduated from one of our Master’s degree programmes. This will allow you to stay in the Netherlands for another year to find a job or internship. 

Find out all about the costs of our degree programmes on the pages about finances.  

Some of our Master’s degree programmes are not funded by the Dutch government. As such, you pay an institutional fee, which is the same for both EU and non-EU citizens. 

In addition to the statutory tuition fees, there may be other costs. The additional costs will depend on whether you choose to buy new materials or decide to purchase second-hand teaching materials. Please contact the relevant degree programme via the ‘Questions’ button for further information. During the induction day, you will be given information about the reading material we use during the degree programme. This can be provided digitally. 

For the moment, parts of the training costs are (tax) deductible for Dutch private individuals. Call the Tax Information Line for more information on 0800-0543. In many cases, our students’ employers pay for part of or the entire degree programme. If you choose a Master’s degree programme, you may be able to use the Lifelong Learning Credit. Or a scholarship may be applicable. 

Click here for information about the different scholarships. 

Registration for non-government-funded master’s degree programmes takes place through the national application system for Higher Education, ‘Studielink’. Please follow our step-by-step plan. For post-bachelor’s degree programme and modular education registration takes place through the student information system ‘Osiris’. This procedure can be found on the specific degree programme pages. 

On this registration page you can read all you need to know about the deadlines to register for our Master's degree programmes. 

You can expect to receive this email around two weeks before the degree programme starts. In this email we will send you the timetable, reading list, examination board and the degree programme guidelines. You will also receive information about any documents you need to prepare for the first lesson.