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Have you decided to apply for one of our programmes? Good news: none of them have a numerus fixus. We do however have a selective admission procedure, meaning you have to pass the Board of Examiners and an interview.
- Entry requirements BA/BSc University College Venlo
- Entry requirements MSc Health Food Innovation Management
- Entry requirements MSc Global Supply Chain Management and Change
Pre-bachelor's programme
For motivated, international students who want to enroll for our bachelor's programme but who do not meet the entry requirements, Maastricht University offers the Foundation Programme. Succesful completion of the Foundation Programme will make you eligible for University College Venlo.
Pre-master’s programme
If your bachelor's degree does not permit direct entry into our master's programmes, you may be eligible to follow a custom pre-master's programme. After successful completion you will be able to continue with one of our master’s programmes. Whether this is possible depends on the curriculum of your bachelor's degree. Our admissions office is happy to have a look at your options.
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Tuition fees
Maastricht University has a statutory and an institutional tuition fee. It depends on your situation which tuition fee you have to pay. Find out which fee you have to pay and how you can pay them.
Scholarships
For more information about Scholarships, please visit the following website. *Please note: This website only shows scholarships funded by Maastricht University. The country of your origin might provide additional scholarships.

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Education at Maastricht University revolves around the student, and consequently the university devotes a great deal of attention to providing advice, guidance and support. In case of problems of questions, the Campus Venlo student advisor Iris is available to you. The study advisor will be able to help you regarding questions about: study advice, career advice, personal problems, legal questions and studying with disability.

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As a campus Venlo student, you will be encouraged to make the most of your time studying with us and you can participate in excellence and honours programmes or take a language course at the Language Centre, for instance. You can also participate in activities that will increase your chances in the labour market, such as training courses and workshops or even drawing up a career plan during your studies.
In addition to these study-related activities, there are many other activities and student initiatives that students can engage in both within and outside the university, such as our study associations ISA Beet (for UCV) and ISA Umami (for HFIM) or check out the student association for all students in Venlo Da Vinci. All of the activities they organise and the things you will experience are part of the Maastricht University –Campus Venlo Student Experience.
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CheckVenlo
For more information about living in Venlo, check out the CheckVenlo website!
Study in the Netherlands
Did you know that 1 in 10 students in Holland is an international student? Holland has more than 112,000 international students and that number is increasing every year. So why should you study in Holland? In about 100 seconds you will know if Holland is a place for you!
Brightlands Campus
At our labs, we research topics such as the psychology of eating, food innovation and logistics optimization. Research at Campus Venlo is done in an interdisciplinary fashion within three research lines. For more information about these three research lines at the Brightlands Campus:
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On Campus housing facilities
Campus Venlo offers on-campus student studio’s within walking distance of the market square, restaurants and cafes and opposite to the city cinema. All studios are furnished and have their own kitchen, bathroom and a combined living and bedroom. Download the PDF with further information.
Student rooms in Venlo
Planning to live in Venlo? Learn more about student rooms and how to find them!
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Academic Calendar (pdf)
City Tour (pdf)
Campus Venlo housing 2020 (pdf)
Information for athletes (pdf)
Information on studying with a disability (pdf)
Information Study advisor (pdf)
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Contact details
Campus Venlo
Nassaustraat 36
5911 BV, Venlo
The Netherlands
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General questions
ucv-info@maastrichtuniversity.nl
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Admissions Office
Can we help you with your application?
Contact Nicole Huntjens
ucv-admissions@maastrichtuniversity.nl
For general questions related to Maastricht University, don't hesitate to check in with the Student Services Centre.

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Programme presentation
All the information you need to know about the master's programme Global Supply Chain Management and Change.
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Problem-Based Learning
Our students on Problem-Based Learning
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Here you can find out more about practical matters, such as:
- accommodation and our on-campus studios
- admissions
- scholarships
- city of Venlo
- student life
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Why the master Global Supply Chain Management and Change?
Monika tells about her decision to follow this programme.
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Why this programme?
Jana explains why she chose to study the master Global Supply Chain Management and Change.
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Are you a University of Applied Sciences student looking to obtain a university master's degree? Or is your bachelor’s study insufficient for admission to the master’s programme of your choice? In either case, you can do a pre-master's programme. It will give you the knowledge and skills you need to participate in this master's programme.

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Our internship office encourages master’s students to do internships in the Netherlands or abroad.

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Company visit experience
Yannick shares his thoughts and experiences meeting representatives of different businesses.
Company visit experience
Rachelle shares her thoughts and experiences meeting representatives of different businesses.
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Global Supply Chain Management and Change
Nassaustraat 36
5911 BV, Venlo
The Netherlands
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Programme presentation
All the information you need to know about the master's programme Health Food Innovation Management.
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Problem-Based Learning
Our students on Problem-Based Learning
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Here you can find out more about practical matters, such as:
- accommodation and our on-campus studios
- admissions
- scholarships
- city of Venlo
- student life
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Why this programme?
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Why Health Food Innovation Management (HFIM)?
Studying Health Food Innovation Management
Pre-master <a id="premaster" name="premaster"></a>
Are you a University of Applied Sciences student looking to obtain a university master's degree? Or is your bachelor’s study insufficient for admission to the master’s programme of your choice? In either case, you can do a pre-master's programme. It will give you the knowledge and skills you need to participate in this master's programme.

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At Maastricht University - Campus Venlo, we have close ties to the food industry and food research institutes. We carry out research projects with them and regularly invite our connections to give lectures. You’ll have guest lectures from specialists at various European institutes as well as industry players such as Unilever, Friesland Campina and DANONE. You’ll also get to visit food fairs, the European Commission and food research institutes such as NIZO Food Research, TNO and Dutch Bakery Centre NBC. This means you'll be up to date on the latest developments in this field.

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International Study Association Umami offers a common space for our diverse student body to connect and learn from each other, both in and outside of the academic environment. After all, what is education if it does not continue beyond the classroom walls?

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The admissions procedure, admission requirements and the application deadlines differ per programme. You can find more information about the application process for your programme here.
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Health Food Innovation Management
Nassaustraat 36
5911 BV, Venlo
The Netherlands
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Virtual Information session for RWTH students on MSc Artificial Intelligence & MSc Data Science for Decision Making - 25 May
Students of DKE: you got this!
Leading up to the exam week in June, our staff will cheer you on via this special poster series. 'Cause what else would be more motivating than your lecturer's face on your bedroom wall? (Please, don't answer that.)
All posters are A4-sized for your printing convenience.
Poster #1: We Can Do It!
18 May 2020
Yes, we can - including you.

Poster #2: Rock Your Study
22 May 2020
Sunglasses? Check. UM flag? Check!

Poster #3: Change Your Perspective
25 May 2020
Feeling stuck? Try turning that frown upside down.

Poster #4: Spread the Love
28 May 2020
Don't forget those books!

And whether you are studying in one of these cities or you are required to be elsewhere, we will of course continue using Problem-Based Learning. If you choose UM as a place to study, you are choosing an internationally-oriented university that believes in small-scale education, with a lot of interaction between students and teachers. This means working together in small groups on complex, socially relevant issues from different perspectives.
Studying in an international environment...
We remain committed to the Maastricht University Student Experience—education where the focus is on the student. You will study in a pre-eminently international environment, also thanks to YUFE, the ‘European University’ that brings the international dimension within reach of the students. Collaborate on projects with students from different universities. Take part in a European mobility programme. Turn your studies into an international programme, where you select courses and a whole range of extracurricular activities from 10 different European universities. Even if you can’t travel abroad for your studies, you can still ‘study internationally’.
…on our campus or elsewhere
We make the most of the space we have on our campus to meet the needs of our students to come together in the ‘international classroom’ to collaborate, to socialise, to interact. After all, getting an education is about so much more than just earning credits. And here we are also looking to connect online with students who are not yet able to come to Maastricht! That will not look exactly the same everywhere because all study programmes are different. Customisation, the right mix between education on campus and online, depends on the content and structure of the programme.
We care for our students, mentally and physically
Maastricht University looks after the physical and mental wellbeing of its students. When you come to Maastricht, an informative welcome packet is waiting for you. We make sure that we take preventive measures in our buildings. A doctor is available to all students, especially for coronavirus issues, but also for other health questions. In the compact city of Maastricht, medical assistance is available 24/7 and is never far away.
In addition, there is a wide range of student support services: faculty study advisors, career coaches, student counsellors and psychologists, as well as online modules in a number of areas. In acute crisis situations, we set up a helpdesk that is available 24 hours a day. Even with adherence to the social distancing rules, as a student at UM you are never alone. Also in the new academic year, due to the small-scale setup of our programmes, you will never be treated as though you are just a number. You will always be part of a group, either physically or virtually. There will always be someone to talk to, such as your personal mentor.
Attention to the employability of master’s students
For master’s students who are often in Maastricht for a shorter period of time, we pay extra attention to employability. Through existing and new online and (where possible) ‘real-life’ environments, we prepare our master's students for the known and unknown jobs of the future. At the Brightlands campuses in Maastricht, Heerlen, Sittard-Geleen and Venlo, which are an integral part of our innovative university ecosystem, we take advantage of the many opportunities for students to gain professional experience and industry knowledge while they are still in an educational environment.
We’re here for all students
Maastricht University is a young institution. Dynamic and agile. When problems arise, we provide solutions. Even in these difficult times, we are able to offer high-quality education in a student-friendly environment. That is why we invite all students, if possible, to come to Maastricht in August. And to students who are not yet able to do so, we say: no problem, we will offer you a fully online educational experience until you are able to come to us.
We hope to welcome you in Maastricht as soon as possible.
More information on online education at UM can be found here.

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Programme presentation
All the information you need to know about the bachelor's programme University College Venlo.
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Problem-Based Learning
Our students on Problem-Based Learning
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Lecture on innovation
By Alvaro Garcia, teacher and researcher at University College Venlo
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Here you can find out more about practical matters, such as:
- accommodation and our on-campus studios
- admissions
- scholarships
- city of Venlo
- student life
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Going abroad
Carole went a semester to Australia during a student exchange.
Pre-bachelor's <a id="prebachelor" name="prebachelor"></a>
For motivated, international students who want to enroll for our bachelor's programme but who do not meet the entry requirements, Maastricht University offers the Foundation Programme. Succesful completion of the Foundation Programme will make you eligible for University College Venlo

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UCV has been ranked as the #2 Liberal Arts and Sciences programme in the Dutch University Guide: Keuzegids 2022 with a score of 83 points. Making it a top rated programme!
International Study Association BEET <a id="beet" name="beet"></a>
International Study Association BEET offers a common space for our diverse student body to connect and learn from each other, both in and outside of the academic environment. After all, what is education if it does not continue beyond the classroom walls?

Student projects <a id="studentprojects" name="studentprojects"></a>
Water footprint of food
Food packaging
Foodwaste
Downloads <a id="downloads" name="downloads"></a>
UCV programme presentation handout (pdf)
UCV course catalogue 2021-2022 (pdf)
Campus Venlo academic calendar 2021-2022 (pdf)
UCV alumni factsheet 2020 (pdf)
Brochure - UK (pdf)
Brochure - DE (pdf)
Apply <a id="applynow" name="applynow"></a>
The admissions procedure, admission requirements and the application deadlines differ per programme. You can find more information about the application process for your programme here.
Contact <a id="contact" name="contact"></a>
University College Venlo
Nassaustraat 36
5911 BV, Venlo
The Netherlands
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