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13/14AVANS UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

Avans getting you ahead

INTERNATIONAL

STUDIESCOMEFIRST.

THE NUMBER 1 UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES.Avans has been proclaimed the best multi-stream

University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands.

Source: Full-time Higher Professional Education

Options Guide 2013.

DON’T LIMIT YOURSELF.

Step into the world. Discover. Learn. Be surprised. Let

go of the familiar. Embrace the new. Grow. In the most

international country in the world. The Netherlands.

WORLD CLASS STORIES.Check in at www.studyatavans.com and meet some of the international students who have come to the Netherlands.

Students from all over the world introduce themselves.

And they share their experiences with you. It is the next

best thing to being there.

Avans has a great deal to offer you. But we also ask a lot. We expect

you to start your education with the strong intention of finishing it.

You must have thought carefully about your choice of a specific course.

You have decided what fits in best with your talents. With whom you

are. With what you want to become. These are no easy considerations.

So take your time to decide. Once you have a clear vision of where you

want to go, odds are you will get there.

GOOD ENOUGHNEVER IS.

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CONTENTSEnvironmental Science for Sustainable Energy

and Technology

Finance and Control

International Business and Management Studies

International Maintenance Management

Business Information Technology

Environmental Science short track

Information Technology

Medical Research and Biotechnology

Town Planning

Preparatory Course

Summer Course Sustainability in Commerce

and Industry

Avans Scholarship Programme for

best-Performing non-EEA students

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BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES (4 YEARS)

BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES (SHORT)

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17.8 million inhabitants19 million bicycles190 nationalities41,526 km!Longest distance border to border 300 km67 multinational corporations4th happiest population in the world Tallest people in the worldDistance to Paris 426 kmDistance to London 410 kmDistance to Berlin 683 kmHighest point: 322.7 metersLowest point: – 6.7 meters below sea levelAverage temperatures: low 3 – high 18° C

THE NETHERLANDS BY NUMBERS.

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LOCATION Breda COURSE DOMAINEconomics

DEGREEBachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

START OF COURSEEnd of August

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTSIELTS overall score of 6 or higher (no subscore below 6.0), or an accepted equivalent

Positive recommendation based on personal assessment

Secondary school certificate, equivalent to Dutch havo, vwo or mbo level 4

APPLICATION DEADLINEStudents from non-EU countries before 01 JuneStudents from EU countries before 01 August

DURATION4 years

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INTERNATIONAL STUDIESINTERNATIONAL STUDIES

FINANCE AND CONTROL

Borders are becoming less distinct.

More and more, money flows inter-

nationally. That’s why you will have

a promising professional future

ahead of you. Financial managers,

project controllers, cost accoun-

tants and financial analysts are

in high demand all over the world.

And the international orientation

gained throughout your study pro-

gramme will give you major added

value for any international company.

You are interested in international business and money flows. You like

to work with figures as well as with people from different countries. The

Finance and Control (F&C) programme teaches you to efficiently organise,

implement and monitor all financial activities of international businesses.

And you will learn to gather crucial information for managerial decision-

making. Get ready for an international financial career!

During the 4-year programme you will

learn about management and cost

accounting, economics, fiscal law and

intercultural management. You will

also be trained in skills such as

statistics, Excel and financial

mathematics. The programme is entirely

taught in English. International

companies are involved in the

development of the study programme.

This guarantees that the standards

of the professional field are met.

You will spend 1.5 years of your study

programme carrying out your choice of

the work placement, minor, semester

exchange or graduation internship.

There is close contact with the

professional field in all aspects. You

will run projects with multinational

organisations right from the start. You

will carry out a work placement in year

3, and a graduation internship with an

international organisation in year 4.

Throughout the study programme you

will work both individually as well

as in small groups. The approach is

personal. You will have your own

personal coach from day one.

THE STUDY PROGRAMME

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

LOCATION Breda COURSE DOMAINScience and Technology

DEGREEBachelor of Applied Sciences (BSC)


ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTSIELTS overall score of 6 or higher, or an accepted equivalent


Secondary school certificate, equivalent to Dutch havo, vwo or mbo with a science profile


DURATION4 years


ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE FOR SUSTAINABLE ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY

Environmental Science for Sustainable

Energy and Technology offers excellent

job opportunities. Government agencies

offer jobs in the development and

implementation of environmental

policies. The industry has

Environmental Health and Safety

positions on offer. There is also

a high demand for our graduates

from consultancies.

This course is aimed at solving environmental issues. Due to world developments

there is a growing demand for young internationally-oriented environmental

specialists. You could be one of them. Setting up an Environmental Energy Plan

for a multinational. Investigating new sustainable energy sources. Improving

air, water or soil quality.

In the first year we focus on maths,

chemistry, physics, biology and on basic

language and communication skills. We also

introduce the main environmental problems

in projects and courses. In the second

year, you will be assigned more advanced

coursework and work on more advanced

projects. New environmental areas of

interest will be introduced. The third

year begins with a 5-month individual

work placement. These work placements

range from working for an environmental

consultancy to performing research with

a research organisation or university.

In the second half of the third year,

you will follow the compulsory minor

in Environmental Consultancy. In your

fourth year, you can study the minor

in Sustainable Energy. Or alternatively

a minor in another programme or at

another university. In the second half

of the fourth year, you will complete

your graduation assignment.

EACH YEAR A DIFFERENT FOCUS


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LOCATION Breda COURSE DOMAINEconomics

DEGREEBachelor of Business Administration (BBA)


ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTSIELTS overall score of 6 or higher (no subscore below 6.0), or an accepted equivalent




DURATION4 years (a shorter track is possible for the major in IBS, depending on previous education and experience)


INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES

Ongoing globalisation and increasing trade are boosting the demand for inter-

nationally trained managers. With an IBMS degree you are ready to work in a

variety of jobs. From sales, marketing or export manager to a position in

finance, logistics or operations. International Business is waiting for you!

You like economics and are interested in international business. You look

beyond borders and want to work with people from different countries and

cultures. That makes International Business and Management Studies (IBMS)

the right study programme for you! IBMS prepares you for a management position

in an international organisation.

During a 4-year programme you will acquire a broad knowledge of international

management, organisation, marketing, trade and finance. Relevant professional skills

are also developed. These include intercultural teamwork, planning, leadership

and business communication. The entire study programme is taught in English,

but you also learn a second or even third foreign language.

You will spend 1.5 years of your study programme carrying out your choice of

the work placement, minor, semester exchange or graduation internship. You

can also opt for a double degree with one of our partners in the USA, Germany,

France, Italy or the UK.

At the start of your study programme you will choose one of the following

majors: International Business Studies (IBS) gives you in-depth knowledge of

international business processes. Asian Business Studies (ABS) focuses on the

rapidly growing Asian market. Cross-cultural Management and Languages (CML)

places an emphasis on languages and the management of non-profit organisations.

Throughout the study programme you will work both individually as well as in

small groups. The approach is personal. You will have your own personal coach

from day one.

The programme is known for its truly international community of both students

and lecturers. The IBMS programme is fully accredited by the NVAO and NIBS

and has ranked in the top 3 in the Netherlands for the last 4 years.

(Source: Full-time Higher Professional Education Options Guide)

THE STUDY PROGRAMME


LOCATIONYears 1 and 2: Breda Years 3 and 4: Vlissingen

COURSE DOMAINScience and Technology

DEGREEBachelor of Engineering



DURATION4 years





INTERNATIONAL MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT

Maintenance professionals are active

at multinationals all over the world.

But also in small and medium-sized

companies. You will start working at

a company that utilises technical

systems, or at a manufacturer of

complex systems, as an adviser or

a project manager. The International Maintenance Academy

is an initiative by:

Aircraft. Power plants. Drilling platforms. All technical systems need to

be maintained. The larger and more complex the system, the more important

proper maintenance becomes. And the more difficult. A refinery, airport or

hospital cannot simply be shut down while a maintenance check is carried

out. This is what makes international maintenance management so challenging

and rewarding.

Technology forms an important part of

the programme. You will learn how to

design maintenance procedures and make

reliable predictions on operating life

and replacement of assets. You will

also learn how to assess safety risks

and maintenance tenders. Business

administration will become your second

area of expertise. You will learn how

to deal with management processes,

quality control and more. But also with

planning and budgeting, cost analyses

and logistical issues. Maintenance is

teamwork. For this reason we devote

considerable attention to management

and leadership in an international

environment. But also to ergonomics,

health and safety.

THREE AREAS OF EXPERTISE


LET OP! HET WITTE VLAK IS ONDERDEEL VAN HET LOGOEN GEEFT BIJ GEBRUIK OP WITTE ONDERGROND

DE MINIMALE VRIJE RUIMTE ROND HET LOGO AAN.

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YOUR OWN PLACE is usually not easy to find in a large city. So we are here to help you. We have a range of available places for you to live. We have made a selection based on price, quality and location. Read more about our accommodation guarantee on our website. You will also see examples of spaces and read comments from international students about their accommodation.

BETTER LIVING.

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LOCATIONBreda


DEGREEBachelor of Information Technology and FEANI (European Federation of National Engineering Associations) engineer or certificates per semester

START OF COURSEEnd of August or January depending on choice


DURATIONOne, two or three semesters

DISCLAIMERThis course will only take place if a sufficient number of students wish to enrol




Knowledge will be tested by a competent examining body. Your level of knowledge will determine your starting semester

BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYAvans offers a flexible programme comprising three semesters. Semester

one consists of preliminary knowledge. In semester two we focus on core

knowledge of ICT. During semester three you will work on a graduation

project. Depending on your prior knowledge, you can enrol for all or for

a selection of these programmes in order to obtain the degree of Bachelor

of ICT. You can follow the semesters individually, in which case you will

receive a certificate for each semester.

Semester one:

business process redesign, change

management, innovation, project

management and ICT implementation.

Semester two:

organisation, economics, change

management, research, managing

technology and innovation and

soft skills.

Semester three:

20-week graduation project in a

company of your choice approved

by the examination board.

PROGRAMME SUMMARY

LOCATIONBreda


DEGREEBachelor of Applied Sciences (BSC)



DURATION2 years




Two years of higher education in a science programme

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE SHORT TRACK

Your prospects are excellent. Government agencies look for graduates

for the development and implementation of environmental policies.

The industry offers EHS positions. Consultancies look for specialists

who know how to handle subjects varying from technical solutions to

environmental licensing to policy-making.

Society is faced with the challenge of sustainable development. We need

professionals who have the skills to engage in these developments. During

this course you will learn, apply and integrate various technical and

managerial skills to solve environmental problems. At the end of the

programme you will spend five months on a graduation assignment at a

company or organisation anywhere in the world.

The first semester focuses on chemistry,

English, Dutch and environmental subjects.

In the second and third semesters there are

two minors. Here you will be joined by other

students of Environmental Sciences. The

minor in Environmental Consultancy focuses

on solving common environmental issues.

Soil remediation. Water treatment. Air

pollution. All solutions need to be

presented professionally. For this you

need tools such as consultancy skills and

English writing and presentation skills.

These are part of the minor programme.

The minor in Sustainable Energy focuses

on the energy problem. The projects and

lectures are developed in close cooperation

with our Sustainable Energy research group.

During the fourth semester you will work

on an individual assignment. This is to

demonstrate your ability to function as

an environmental scientist.

TWO YEARS, FOUR SEMESTERS


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DEGREEBachelor of Information Technology and FEANI (European Federation of National Engineering Associations) engineer or certificates per semester

START OF COURSEEnd of August or January depending on choice



Knowledge will be tested by a competent examining body. Your level of knowledge will determine your starting semester


DURATIONOne, two or three semesters

DISCLAIMERThis course will only take place if a sufficient number of students wish to enrol


INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYAvans offers a flexible programme comprising three semesters. Semester

one consists of preliminary knowledge. In semester two we focus on core

knowledge of ICT. During semester three you will work on a graduation

project. Depending on your prior knowledge, you can enrol for all or for

a selection of these programmes in order to obtain the degree of Bachelor

of ICT. You can follow the semesters individually, in which case you will

receive a certificate for each semester.

Semester one:

programming in Java, system

development with RUP, business

intelligence, websites, mobile

applications.

Semester two:

algorithms, abstract data types,

design patterns, domain modelling

and service-oriented architecture.

Semester three:

20-week graduation project in a

company of your choice approved

by the examination board.

PROGRAMME SUMMARY


DEGREEBachelor of Applied Science



Two years of theoretical and hands-on experience in higher Life Science education



DURATION2 years


MEDICAL RESEARCH AND BIOTECHNOLOGY

On completing the

programme you will

have both theoretical

knowledge and hands-on

laboratory experience.

This will give you an

excellent start on the

job market or for a

subsequent master’s

degree programme.

A huge amount of scientific research is carried out worldwide in the fields

of medical research and biotechnology. Researchers use techniques involving

molecular biology and biochemistry to gain more insight into the mechanisms

of disease. On the other hand, very similar techniques can also be applied

in order to engineer organisms and microorganisms or direct their metabolism

in such a way that they produce valuable products.

The two-year bachelor’s programme in Medical

Research and Biotechnology explores both

interconnecting worlds. The programme consists

of four semesters. It combines two “minor”

programmes - Biotechnology and Medical Research

- a 6-month work placement and a 6-month final

research project. This project is to be carried

out at an international research institute or

company. On completing the programme you will

have both theoretical knowledge and hands-on

laboratory experience.

This programme covers the following topics:

The subjects are presented in the form of

courses, master classes and laboratory training

sessions. Research projects are defined in

close collaboration with the professional

field, and are carried out by students with

comprehensive coaching from tutors.

PRACTICAL APPROACH


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WELCOME. New environment, new people. Sounds exiting. It is. You will quickly get to know some great people. Accompanied by what we call a study buddy. A senior student who will show you around and help you find your way. Together you will check out the new city where you will be living. The first time you meet will probably be at the airport on the day of your arrival.

YOUR PERSONAL GUIDE.

LOCATIONBreda

CERTIFICATIONIELTS score of 6.0 or higher

START OF COURSEEnd of August or end of January

APPLICATION DEADLINEBefore 01 June if starting in August for 1 year programmeBefore 01 November if starting in February for 0.5 year programme

DURATION1 year or " year


ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS For 1-year programme: IELTS overall band score of 5.0 (no sub-scores below 5.0.)

For 1/2-year programme: IELTS overall band score of 5.5 (no sub-scores below 5.5.)

Minimum of secondary school certificate, equivalent to Dutch havo, vwo or mbo level 4


LOCATIONTilburg


DEGREEBachelor of Built Environment



DURATION1.5 years




At least three years of higher education in Architecture, Town Planning or related studies

TOWN PLANNING

After graduating you will

start a career in a company

involved in urban planning.

Or you will join an authority

that is responsible for

developing policy for the built

environment. You will become

an urban designer. In this

function you will analyse

urban areas and develop the

drafts for zoning and land use

plans. Or you will start as a

project leader and coordinate

policy development in relation

to urban areas.

This programme focuses on urban areas. Places where different parties live

and work together. As Geoffrey West – professor at Stanford University –

stated, urban population growth is the great theme of modern life. One

that’s unfolding all across the world. From the factory boomtowns of

Southern China to the sprawling favelas of Rio de Janeiro. For the first

time in history, the majority of human beings live in urban areas. How

do you develop these areas in terms of their function, design and the

quality of life they provide? Which stakeholders are involved? What rules

and regulations apply? And what is technically possible? As a Town Planner

you incorporate all this into your designs for the urban environment.

The facilities and buildings in an existing

residential area need to be improved or

renovated. As a town planner you design

an image quality plan and a zoning plan.

You develop the legislative provisions

and consult with the developer and other

interested parties. You then analyse

the residential area from different

perspectives and you draw up a zoning

plan together with the stakeholders.

During the implementation you ensure

that the original plans are followed.

You review and discuss whether the

project has achieved its goals. The study

programme comprises two semesters of

project-based and problem-based learning,

and a one-semester graduation assignment.

A double degree is possible if there is

a collaboration agreement between your own

university and Avans University of Applied

Sciences. Students who have studied

Architecture, Town Planning or related

studies for at least 3 years can follow

this programme. The final semester, leading

to a bachelor’s or master’s degree, can

be completed at your own university.

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PREPARATORY COURSE

The Preparatory Course will end

with an official Academic IELTS

exam. On successful completion you

will receive a certificate issued

by Avans University of Applied

Sciences, along with an official

IELTS certificate.

During this course you will acquire a sufficient command of the English

language. You will also be introduced to Western cultures and familiarized

with the educational system at Avans. This course is the ideal preparation

for a smooth transition to one of our 4-year bachelor’s degree programmes:

Depending on the level of your English language skills, you can

enrol for a full-year or a half-year Preparatory Course. The

course consists of an introduction and a language programme.

The course includes:

score of 6.0. (with sub-scores of 6.0 if required

as prerequisite for some bachelor’s degree programmes)

with Avans’ educational system and working methods

FULL-YEAR OR HALF-YEAR COURSE

CERTIFICATION

LOCATION Breda COURSE DOMAINEconomics, Science and Technology

ECTS3 credits

START OF COURSE22 July - 09 August 2013

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTSWe recommend that you have mastered the English language at IELTS level 6.0 as a minimum (or equivalent)

APPLICATION DEADLINE31 May

DURATION3 weeks


SUMMER COURSE SUSTAINABILITY IN COMMERCE AND INDUSTRYDiscover how to protect the environment while at the same time allowing

companies to grow. Work on a real-life project in just 3 weeks. You will

be faced with the challenge of developing a new consumer product while

taking into account the environment. You will learn about product

development. Marketing and finance. But also about biotechnology and

environmental science. On top of that, you will learn about project

planning and multi-cultural teamwork. This approach gives you the

opportunity to find out which field of study suits you best.

Supply Chain Management

Cradle-to-Cradle concept, water analysis, the water cycle

managing cultural differences

On completing the course you will have gained 3 European

Credits and a better idea of your study preferences.

ELEMENTS OF THE SUMMER COURSE

The Summer Course introduces

you to the wide range of academic

opportunities at Avans University

of Applied Sciences. This makes

it easier to decide on your next

step.

YOUR FUTURE

AVANS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME FOR BEST-PERFORMING NON-EEA STUDENTS

* No rights may be derived from this text. For information on the full

programme offered by Avans University of Applied Sciences please refer

to the Avans Scholarship Programme on the website www.studyatavans.com

or for information on the other scholarships visit www.nuffic.nl

Avans offers a scholarship programme for the best-performing non-EEA

foreign students. Scholarships are available each year to approximately

80 top-ranking eligible students for all Avans study programmes.*

You must meet three conditions in order to qualify for the Avans

Scholarship Programme:

1. You are a registered non-EEA student.

2. You have paid the institutional tuition fee.

3. You have obtained at least 60 ECTS during the 1st academic year

and ranked among the best students in your class.

QUALIFICATION

At the end of each academic year, the

scholarships are automatically awarded to

the eligible top-ranking students who are

nominated by each academy.

NO APPLICATION NEEDED

The Avans Scholarship is # 3,000 per year for a

maximum of two years during your entire study

programme at Avans.

MONETARY VALUE

There are other possibilities for receiving a

scholarship. The Nuffic website www.nuffic.nl

provides more information. Also check your

national institution and government websites

for scholarships available in your country.

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS

Check www.studyatavans.com for more detailed information on the Avans

Scholarship Programme. Contact our International Office if you have any

further questions: [email protected] or +31 76 523 80 01.

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APPLY THE SCIENCE. One thing you will notice right away is the teaching method. It is all about interaction and teamwork. The educational model is project-based and problem-solving-based learning. You share experiences and discoveries. Your fellow students become your team mates. You will be studying in an international environment. Make many international contacts. You will receive practical assignments from managers of international companies. You will be prepared for a managerial position in the world of international business.

If your goal is an international career, then studying at Avans is the place to start. Here you will acquire state-of-the-art knowledge. You will also learn how to apply this knowledge within real business or professional projects. Our study programmes are geared perfectly to the requirements of organisations that operate at an international level. Avans graduates have an excellent reputation and often have a head start in the world of international business. They are employed in highly qualified positions all over the world.

LEARNING BY DOING.

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NEED TO KNOW

LOCATIONSAvans is located in three cities in the southern part of the Netherlands.

These cities are Breda, ’s-Hertogenbosch and Tilburg.

INTERNATIONAL DEGREE. The Dutch educational system is renowned for its excellent quality. All bachelor’s and master’s programmes are officially accredited by the Dutch higher education accreditationauthorities. They also comply with European standards as set by the Bologna Agreement. This ensures you of a great start to your career anywhere in the world.

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SPORTS FACILITIESOf course you are not going to spend all day with your head in

a book. You also need to relax a little. That’s why many students

take part in sports. It is also a very quick way to meet new

people. We therefore make sports as cheap as possible for students.

Some sports are even completely free of charge.

XPLORAXplora is the modern learning and working environment at Avans. Here you

will find workstations with fast PCs and access to the Avans network. Prefer

to use your own laptop, smartphone or tablet? Just log in to the wireless

network. You can work independently in a quiet environment. Or with your

project group. Staff are on hand to answer questions. In the multimedia studio

you can edit audiovisual material. For example for a presentation. Xplora

has a large collection of books, digital material and journals available on

loan or to access. Naturally there are also photocopiers, scanners and printers.

As well as comfy sofas and reading tables. Xplora is also a meeting place

for all Dutch and international students.

SCHOLARSHIPSThere are several possibilities for receiving a scholarship. Check

www.studyatavans.com for detailed and up-to-date information. Also

check your national institution and government websites for

scholarships available in your country.

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTSBefore applying to Avans, you should carefully read through the admissions

requirements for the study programme you want to follow. Check the

specific requirements for your study programme on the website.

TOP RANKING Avans is the leading University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. It

has repeatedly been awarded the title of best multi-stream University of

Applied Sciences in the Netherlands by the Full-time Higher Professional

Education Options Guide. Avans’ most recent award dates from 2013.

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Beukenlaan 1

Hogeschoollaan 1

Lovensdijkstraat 61-63

Avans International Office

(at all locations)

+31 76 523 80 01

[email protected]


Hervenplein 2

Onderwijsboulevard 215

Onderwijsboulevard 256

Meerkoldreef 6

Prof. Cobbenhagenlaan 13

BREDA

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