Study choice for refugee students and professionals
You want to continue studying in the Netherlands and show your knowledge. But which program suits your previous education and ambitions? How does studying in the Netherlands work? We support you with making a study choice with our years of experience.
What can the UAF do for me?
Help with you study choice
Choosing a study in the Netherlands may be different than you are used to in your country of origin. It is important that you choose a suitable study that is achievable for your personal situation. At UAF we can help you get started choosing a study. You think about your own wishes and ambitions and we provide you with information about the various sectors for professions and education. You will also receive information about how the Dutch education system works.
Study choice guidance
Do you need more personal guidance? Then we can help you with a short study choice trajectory. We help you make a study plan and give advice on things like visiting open days and admission requirements.
Do you want to get started on making a study plan yourself? View our step-by-step plan 'How do I choose a study' to help you.
When can the UAF help?
Whether the UAF can help you depends on your personal situation.
Preparing to study in the Netherlands
You can apply for support from the UAF if you meet these conditions:
- You have applied for asylum or you have a residence permit based on asylum.
- You want to study at MBO level 3 or 4, HBO or university.
- You have completed at least 10 years of education.
- You started with or you speak Dutch at B1 level.
Don't speak Dutch at B1 level yet and want to learn it online through self-study? Then register with the UAF AcademyTo use the UAF Academy, you need Dutch or English at least at A2 level.
Do you want to study in the Netherlands?
This is possible if you have a minimum command of Dutch at B1 level (also for English-language courses).
Have you already studied and do you want to start working right away?
Often it is necessary that you follow a training or course to practice your profession in the Netherlands. Contact the UAF to discuss what you need.
How can you register?
Please fill out the contact form below.
Contact us
Do you have a question for us?
- Please fill out the contact form (in Dutch or English). We'll get back to you as soon as possible.
or
- Call 030 – 252 08 35 (available by telephone Monday to Thursday from 10.00:14.00 am to XNUMX:XNUMX pm).
Before we register you at the UAF, we will first contact you to discuss your request for help and how we can support you exactly.