Netherlands

Netherlands: Special Focus Program: Maastricht University, Business and Economics

Host Institution

Maastricht University: Business and Economics

Highlights

The Faculty of Economics and Business Administration offers courses taught with a unique problem-based learning methodology that emphasizes a scholarly approach to practical problems and current issues in the field. Students work in groups and set their own learning objectives based upon their individual backgrounds, education, and work experience. The program provides the means for advanced undergraduates and graduate students to study international business in the European context and to acquire and develop unique, marketable skills such as conference presentation and report writing. (details)

Duration

Fall semester: late July to late December
Spring semester: early January to mid-June
Academic year: late July to mid-June

(calendar)

Extension is possible from the fall to the year.

Academic Focus

International management, business, and economics. For course descriptions and additional information, see the EAP Course Information page.

Students attend classes with international students and host country students.

Language of Instruction

English

Language Study

All EAP students in the Netherlands attend a two-week Dutch Language and Culture course (DLC) in Utrecht prior to the beginning term at their host university.

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study on EAP. Students enroll in four courses per semester.

DLC: 3 to 4 UC quarter units (lower division)
Term: 18 to 24 UC quarter units per semester

Housing

The university offers accommodation in several guest houses (large, dorm-like accommodations) located throughout the city. Students live with international students and UC students. (details)

Estimated Cost

For estimated program costs, see the Financial Overview page.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.