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The Hague University of Applied Sciences (De Haagse Hogeschool)

Located in the International City of Peace and Justice, The Hague University of Applied Sciences (De Haagse Hogeschool - THUAS) is an internationally oriented professional university educating over 26,000 students from more than 120 nations. Adjacent to international courts, embassies, and the Dutch Parliament, THUAS leads applied research in global governance, cybersecurity, digital forensics at the Centre of Expertise Cyber Security, sustainable urban transitions, and international communication management.

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Verified degree programs and opportunities

Review checked academic pathways and funding options below:

Admissions, language requirements & application process

Master's admission eligibility
Recognized Bachelor's degree (minimum 180 ECTS credits, equivalent to Dutch HBO or WO Bachelor) with good academic standing (minimum 65-70% or 3.0/4.0 GPA) in an appropriate field of study.
Doctoral admission eligibility
Master's degree (HBO Master or WO Master) in a relevant discipline; doctoral candidacies are conducted in collaboration with research universities (such as Leiden University or TU Delft) through professorships (lectoraten).
Language proficiency
Academic IELTS 6.5 overall (no individual sub-score below 6.0) or TOEFL iBT 90 (minimum 20 in each section).
Research statement / Proposal
A motivation letter (1,000 words) and portfolio demonstrating professional experience, case analysis, or policy research.
Application fee
€0 application fee for EU students; €100 non-refundable handling fee for non-EU/EEA applicants (deducted from tuition upon enrollment).
Required documentation
Bachelor's diploma, complete transcript of records, curriculum vitae, letter of motivation, English test report, and copy of passport.

Tuition fees and verified scholarship systems

Tuition for non-EU/EEA international students in Master of Science programs at THUAS is approximately €9,000 to €13,500 per year (statutory tuition of €2,601/year applies to EU/EEA citizens). Outstanding international applicants are eligible for the prestigious NL Scholarship (€5,000 merit award) as well as THUAS World Citizen Talent Scholarships.

Verified faculty profiles and research leaders

Distinguished researchers and laboratory heads at The Hague University of Applied Sciences:

Dr. Joshua Serrano

Professor of Cyber Security and Head of the Centre of Expertise Cyber Security · Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Critical Infrastructure, Digital Forensics

Dr. Jaco Quist

Professor of Circular Transition Design · Circular Economy, Sustainable Transitions, Urban Ecology, System Innovation

Dr. Christine Moser

Professor of Organization and Digital Society · Digital Transformation, Corporate Responsibility, Social Networks, Algorithmic Management

Important verification note

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