Application and admission
On this page you can find all the information you need to find out if you are eligible for this programme and which steps to take in order to apply.
Step 1: check your eligibility
Check here whether you are eligible for this programme. Choose the situation that applies to you.
Secondary school
Applicants must have:
- a Dutch VWO secondary school diploma with mathematics A or B and at least 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and either Economics or Geography (but not both).
OR - an international equivalent with a comparable level of Mathematics and at least 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and either Economics or Geography (but not both).
What if I am missing one of the above-mentioned courses in my profile?
There are private institutions, e.g or where you can gain your qualification prior to the start of the programme (note that non-EU students may have an earlier deadline for passing any entry exam).
Examples of equivalent diploma's and levels of Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics and Geography are:
| Diploma | Country | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| International Baccalaureate Diploma | Worldwide | Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches at at least Standard Level or Mathematics: Applications & Interpretation at Higher Level and at least 2 of the following subjects:
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| European Baccalaureate Diploma | Europe | Mathematics (3 periods) and at least 2 of the following subjects:
all as written exams. If you take a mandatory subject as additional (6th) written exam, a passing grade (-5- or above) is required. |
| Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife (Abitur) | Germany | Mathematics (Grundkurs) and at least 2 of the following subjects:
To meet the English proficiency requirement: English (Grundkurs). |
| GCE A-Levels | United Kingdom/ International | For the United Kingdom: 3 GCE A-levels, A-Level Mathematics and at least 2 of the following subjects:
For International A-levels: 3 GCE A-levels among which an A or AS-Level Mathematics and at least 2 of the following subjects:
|
| Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs | Belgium | All tracks with Mathematics for a minimum of 4 hrs p/week in the final 2 years and at least 2 of the following subjects:
all for a minimum of 2 hrs p/week in the final 2 years. To meet the English proficiency requirement: English (until final year). |
| Diploma di Superamento dell’ Esame di Stato Conclusivo dei Corsi di Istruzione Secondaria Superiore (issued by Liceo Classico / Scientifico / Linguistico / Scienze Umane) | Italy | Liceo Scientifico / Classico / Linguistico / Scienze Umane with Mathematics, Physics and Scienze Naturali/Natural Sciences, which combines Chemistry-Biology, enough as a second science subject, all up to and including the final year). Sometimes a Liceo Scienze Umane may not offer Scienze Naturali, but (Law and) Economics, which is fine too of course in addition to Mathematics and Physics, all up to and including the final year. |
| Diplôme du Baccalauréat Général | France | Mathématiques complémentaires (3 hrs a week) in the final year and 2 final year subjects to choose from:
all in the final year (Terminale). |
| US High School Diploma | USA | In addition to the completed High School Diploma, we require students to obtain at least 4 Advanced Placements (AP's) of the US College Board, all with a score of -3- or higher, among which at least an AP Calculus AB and at least 2 of the following AP’s:
For the mandatory AP’s you must score a -3- or higher. |
If you want advice regarding your situation, please contact International Student Admissions at admissionsoffice@uu.nl.
English language requirements
Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ uses the EMI (English Medium of Instruction) system to assess applicants’ English language skills, which distinguishes three proficiency levels: EMI-ready, EMI-experienced and EMI-advanced.
The required English level for admission to this Bachelor’s programme is EMI-ready.
Visit our for Bachelor's degree programmes to find the accepted tests and required scores. Here, you can also see which diplomas qualify for an exemption from this requirement.
Step 2: complete the application procedure
Read here how you can apply for this programme.
I want to apply with a:
Do you have a Dutch diploma? Below you find information about the application procedure. This information is in Dutch.
Wanneer aanmelden?
Inschrijven voor volgend studiejaar is mogelijk vanaf 1 oktober. De deadline voor inschrijving is 1 mei.
Stappenplan inschrijving
- Download de handleiding.
- Ga naar .
- Log in met je DigiD. Als je nog geen DigiD hebt kan je dat aanvragen op de site van . De activeringscode ontvang je binnen 5 dagen via de post. Als je niet in Nederland woont, kun je geen DigiD aanvragen. Klik dan op Studielink-account aanmaken zonder DigiD.
- Na je inschrijfverzoek in Studielink krijg je een e-mail met inloggegevens voor OSIRIS Online Application. In OSIRIS Online Application vervolg je je verzoek tot inschrijving.
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When to apply?
We recommend that you apply as early as possible. Registration for the next academic year opens on 1 October. Deadlines:
- non-EU students: the latest date by which we can receive and process your application is 1 April. This deadline also applies to non-EU students who currently hold a residence permit for study purposes at another Dutch institution.
- EU students: the latest date by which we can receive and process your application is 1 May.
Complete your application in time!
When applying online, you are asked to upload a number of documents. Please submit your application and all required documents well before the latest date of application. If you submit your documents shortly before the deadline, and it turns out that they are incomplete or do not meet our requirements, we will not be able to consider your application.
It also takes time to prepare for any possible additional exams you may need to take, so the sooner you know, the better!
When can you expect a decision?
After you submit your application, the Admissions Office will check whether you have sent in all the documentation required and your application is indeed complete. If so, we will check whether your diploma is equivalent to a Dutch VWO diploma, and whether you meet the subject requirements. Within 3 weeks after we have received your complete application, you will receive the official admissions decision.
Application procedure
The following steps will help you submit a complete application for this programme:
- Check whether you meet the entry requirements for this Bachelor’s programme.
- Apply in a timely manner, preferably well before the deadline; see When to apply.
- Read the application instructions.
- Submit an enrolment application for this programme in .
- You will receive an email with your login details for OSIRIS Online Application, where you can upload the required documents and pay the application fee, if applicable.
Required documents
These are the forms and documents you must submit:
- A scan of your passport
- If applicable: a scan of your Dutch residence permit
- A scan of your diploma(s) or diploma statement (if necessary with official translations)
- A scan of your transcript(s) (if necessary with official translations)
- A scan of your official English language test report or certificate
After your application
After you apply in Studielink, you will receive messages describing what else needs to happen to complete your registration. You should also monitor your spam folder.
Among other things, you will receive information about how to pay your tuition.
Step 3: take part in a matching day
At Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ we find it important that you choose a study that fits you. This is when the matching procedure comes in. The matching procedure is part of the application process for Global Sustainability Science. After applying through Studielink, it is obligatory to take part in the matching procedure. The matching procedure consists of filling out the matching form and taking part of the matching activity.
When you live abroad or specifically on Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint-Eustatius or Sint-Maarten taking part of the matching procedure is not compulsory.
What does our matching look like?
Matching form
You will receive the digital matching form within 2 weeks after you have signed up through Studielink. Amongst other things, we ask you why you choose to study Global Sustainability Science. There are no wrong anwers, we just want to make sure this programme suits you.
Around two weeks before the start of the matching activity date you choose to receive an invitation including practical information and homework.
Programme matching activity
- Lecture about a sustainability theme you prepared at home.
- Matching talk in groups guided by a teacher and a current student.
- Seminar concerning computer lab System Analysis.
- Explanation about the educational programme e.g. what to expect of Global Sustainability Science.
- Discussion of homework.
- Discussion about the lecture, seminar and homework.
After matching
After the matching activity, you will have gained a good insight in the study Global Sustainability Science. With the impression you received, you can make a conscious decision whether to start or not with the bachelor of Global Sustainability Science. If you decided this study is not suited for you and you want to focus on another study you have plenty time to do so.
Questions?
Please go to our website to read answers to frequently asked questions. Still have additional questions? Please contact matching.geo@uu.nl.
When does the matching take place?
- Thursday 10 April
- Thursday 19 June
Want to apply?
Are you interested in the Bachelor's programme Global Sustainability Science? Then first apply for enrolment via Studielink.
