Bachelor’s Programmes 2010/2011Ms. Alba Liko

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Overview

About the NetherlandsImage of “Holland”Studying in the Netherlands

Tilburg UniversityAbout Tilburg UniversityFacultiesCampus

ProgrammesGeneral StructureEducational CharacteristicsAdmission RequirementsHow to apply?

General InformationCity of TilburgStudent LifePractical Issues

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The image of “Holland”...

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World Famous Dutch Companies

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About the Netherlands

• Progressive & ultra-modern

• Advanced industries and trade

• Extensive and convenient public transportation

• English widely spoken

• Safe and hospitable environment

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Studying in the Netherlands

• 14 Research Universities

• 42 Universities of Applied Sciences

• Almost 1,400 programmes in English

• 42,000 international students (50% EU)

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About Tilburg University (1)

• Founded in 1927

• Six Schools on one compact Campus

• 12,000 students

• 800 international students from 65 countries

• 1,600 staff members

• 170 full professors

• 1,750 Bachelor’s degrees per year

• 1,500 Master's degrees per year

• 60 PhD degrees per year

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About Tilburg University (2)

Our six schools are:

• Tilburg School of Economics and Management

• Tilburg Law School

• Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

• Tilburg School of Humanities

• TiasNimbas Business School

• Tilburg School of Catholic Theology

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Rankings & Accreditations

• No. 1 in Europe in Economics

(European Economic Association)

• No. 3 in Europe in Business

(University of Texas)

• No. 11 in International Executive MBA in the world

• AACSB International accreditation

• Royal Dutch Academy of Science accreditation

• Best specialist university in The Netherlands

(Elsevier’s Higher Education Review 2008)

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Wireless Green Campus

• All schools in one location

• Surrounded by a forest and gardens

• Welcoming and convenient

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General Structure

Year

Bachelor

1st year

2nd year

3rd year

Master4th year

PhD

Programme Title

BSc/BA

MSc/MA

Research Master

PhD/Dr.

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Bachelor Programmes

• BSc International Business Administration (IBA)

• BSc Economics

• BSc Econometrics and Operations Research

• BA Liberal Arts and Sciences

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International Business Administration

Unique combination of theory and practice

Strong global character

Sound academic background

International faculty and staff

Study abroad programme at top universities worldwide

Key courses:International Management, Marketing Management, Finance, Strategic Management, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics,Statistics, Operations Management, Philosophy of Science, Business Law, Cross Cultural Psychology

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IBA Curriculum - Year 1

Semester 1 (Sep – Jan) Semester 2 (Jan – June)

International Management Marketing Management

Organisational Behaviour Finance 1

Accounting 1 Macroeconomics

Microeconomics Statistics 1

Mathematics 1 Project IBA

Total 30 ECTS Total 30 ECTS

International Business Administration

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Economics

Combination of economic theories and practical application

Two year foundation and one year specialisation

International class mates and teaching staff

Interactive and innovative teaching methodology

Key courses: Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Econometrics, Financial Economics, Development Economics, Public Economics, International Trade, Business, Philosophy of Science, Mathematics, Statistics

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Economics curriculum - Year 1

Semester 1 (Sep – Jan) Semester 2 (Jan – June)

Microeconomics 1 Microeconomics 2: Welfare Economics

Macroeconomics 1 Macroeconomics 2: Open Macroeconomics

Mathematics 1 Mathematics 2

Statistics Financial Economics

Business Economics 1:

Accounting

Business Economics 2: Finance

Total 30 ECTS Total 30 ECTS

Economics

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Econometrics and Operations Research

Focus on applied mathematics

Use quantitative models to analyse business problems

Extensive and individual study guidance

Key courses:

Mathematical analysis, linear algebra, probability theory,

IT skills, macro, micro, modelling in business, accounting,

mathematics, statistics, academic skills, Bachelor’s thesis

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Econometrics and OR curriculum - Year 1

Unit 1 + 2 (Sep – Jan) Unit 3 + 4 (Jan – June)

Linear Algebra Mathematical Analysis 2

Macroeconomics Introduction Operations Research

Proofs and Techniques Introduction Statistics

Mathematical Analysis 1 Microeconomics

Probability Theory Introduction Econometrics

IT skills Introduction Finance

Econometrics and Operations Research

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Liberal Arts and Sciences

Interdisciplinary programme for students with broad interests who are looking for depth in their studies.

Choice of four majorsHumanities: European History and CultureLaw in EuropeBusiness and ManagementSocial Sciences

Specialisation in one of the majors in the 2nd year

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Liberal Arts and Sciences curriculum - Year 1

Semester 1 (Sep – Jan) Semester 2 (Jan – June)

Mind and Brain Current European Issues

Thinking about Science European History: Politics and Culture

Society: Culture and Economy Practitioner’s Corner: Researchers

and their Fields

Rhetoric, Culture and Democracy Thematic courses (select 2 out of 4)

English for Liberal Arts and Sciences

Thematic course (select 1 out of 4)

Liberal Arts and Sciences

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After the Bachelor

• Direct access to various Master’s programmes at Tilburg University, depending on your Major

• Good chance to be admitted to top universities world-wide

• Focus on academic research by entering a two-year Research Master’s programme (and PhD)

• Internationally recognised degree, so excellent career prospects, especially in international organisations

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Educational Characteristics

• Small Groups

• Interactive Lectures

• Case Studies

• Group Assignments

• Student-centered

• International orientation

• Study Abroad

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Partner universities around the world

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Admission Requirements

Educational background:

- VWO (specific requirements per programme)

- International Baccalaureate (incl. Math Standard or Higher for IBA, Economics and EOR)

- European Baccalaureate (incl. Mathematics, 3 hrs)

- Another secondary school diploma equal to the

Dutch VWO (f.i. Abitur, no TOEFL)

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Application - IBA & Economics

1. Register for IBA or Economics at www.studielink.nland tick the box � at question regarding the decentralised selection procedure’

2. Complete the online application form

(Tilburg University website).

3. Print and sign this form,and send it together with a motivation letter plus the required documents to Tilburg University.

� Application deadline IBA & Economics: 15 May!

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Application - EOR

1. Register for Econometrics & Operations Research at www.studielink.nl

2. Complete the online application form

(Tilburg University website).

1. Print and sign this form and send it together with the required documents to Tilburg University.

Application deadlines EOR:

Non-EEA students: 15 April EEA students: 1 July

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Application - Liberal Arts and Sciences

1. Register for Liberal Arts at www.studielink.nl

2. Complete the online application form

(Tilburg University website).

3. Print and sign this form,and send it together with a motivation letter and essay plus the required documents to Tilburg University.

Deadline Interview Advisory decision

1 January Jan-Feb 15 March

1 April April-May 15 June

1 July July 15 August

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City of Tilburg

• Tilburg = lively student city

• 200,000 inhabitants (No. 6 in The Netherlands)

• 27,000 students

• Gateway to Europe, close to Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris etc. (only 10km from Belgian border)

• One of the fastest growing regions in the Netherlands

• Most environmentally sustainable city in the Netherlands

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Vibrant Student Life

• Wide range of student associations

• Organisation of exchanges, study trips, parties, conferences, guest lectures etc.

• Sports facilities ranked No. 1 in The Netherlands

• Guaranteed accommodation adjacent to the campus or in the city centre

• Many cultural and leisure opportunities

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Tuition Fee (yearly)

For academic year 2009-2010:

EEA € 1,620 per year

Non-EEA € 6,312 per year

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Living Costs (monthly)

Accommodation per month: € 350 - € 450

Food, drinks, transportation: € 300

Books and readers: € 75

Health, liability and travel insurance: € 45

TOTAL: € 720 - € 870

Unique costs (if applicable):

Second-hand bicycle and lock: € 125

Sports Card: € 83

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Why Study at Tilburg University?

• Competitive mix of ranking and tuition fee

• Internationally benchmarked programmes

• Multicultural classroom with over 65 nationalities

• Curriculum taught entirely in English

• Excellent partner network with top universities all over the world

• Inspiring campus with active student life

• Guaranteed accommodation

• Gateway to Europe

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More information

www.tilburguniversity.nl/prospectivestudents

InfoTiSEM@uvt.nl or liberalarts@uvt.nl

Questions?