Dear ITS Students,
We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Semester Exchange Program at Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen (Netherlands).
Tuition Fee: Waived
Expenses Covered by Students: Learning materials, accommodation, daily living costs, roundtrip flight, visa, and travel insurance
Entry Regulations: Students must check the latest Dutch entry requirements
Important: ITS students may only apply to the Institute of Future Environments. Please check programs with the SS (Spring Semester/February Start) code in the catalogue: Hanze Catalogue.
ECTS grading information: ECTS Tables.
Questions on transcripts, courses, or learning agreements will be handled by the departmental/international coordinator of the Hanze School (contact details available in the program catalogue).
Students must transfer the minimum required credits as per ITS policy.
A Welcome Day will be held at the beginning of the semester.
Academic calendar: View here.
Accommodation: Housing is competitive; start searching early. More information: Housing Info | At Home in Groningen. Questions: housing@org.hanze.nl
Living Costs and Banking: Information here
Student Life: Explore Groningen Life or join ESN Groningen and ACLO.
Travel: Check the latest requirements for entry and quarantine procedures before departure.
Non-EU Students: Hanze Immigration Team will apply for your visa/permit after acceptance. Students must provide a financial guarantee.
Insurance: Strongly advised for all students. Hanze Immigration will arrange insurance for non-EU students.
Diploma/S1: Batch 2023
S2: All batches
Curriculum Vitae (preferably Europass format)
Motivation letter (1 page, A4, Arial 11, margins 3 cm)
Transcript in English (original)
Two Learning Agreements:
Hanze version (signed by Head of Department as “Sending University” – download here)
ITS version (Download here)
Valid English proficiency test (TOEFL/IELTS/IBT/EFL/TEFL) – minimum TOEFL/EFL 550
Screenshots or predictions are not accepted
Passport copy (valid at least 1 year)
One recommendation letter (from academic advisor)
Statement letter (Download here)
Parental support letter (in Bahasa, confirming financial and mental support; no format required)
GCW Non-Degree Certificate (minimum grade C) or GCW Non-Degree Test Result (minimum score 75)
Note: Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Prepare all documents in PDF format and combine them into one .zip/.rar file.
Submit your application via Study Abroad ITS Form.
After submission, send a confirmation email to studyabroad@its.ac.id with subject:
Confirmation Study Abroad Application_ExchangeHanze_NAME_NRP
Submission deadline: 6 October 2025 (09.00 WIB)
Interview session: 8 October 2025
For questions, email Mr. Ade at studyabroad@its.ac.id with subject line:ASK_Hanze
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