Secondary vocational education (MBO) and higher education

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The Dutch education system features many different types of school, each offering a curriculum geared to pupils' needs. Secondary education paves the way for vocational or higher education. The higher education system aims to provide top-quality teaching and training at professional or academic level.

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Changes in higher education legislation

The cabinet has approved a Bill introduced by the Minister of Education, Culture and Science, Jet Bussemaker, making changes to...

11-09-2015 | 15:00

Studying abroad to become more attractive

The government is removing a number of obstacles encountered by students who wish to study abroad. It has approved a Bill...

03-07-2015 | 10:44

Benelux countries agree on mutual recognition of higher education diplomas

Education minister Jet Bussemaker and her Benelux counterparts have approved a decision whereby Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees...

18-05-2015 | 00:00

Obstacles to studying abroad removed

Studying abroad will become more attractive. Dutch universities will be able to reduce or even waive tuition fees for students...

15-05-2015 | 00:00

Stricter naming rules for academic institutions

Under a bill submitted for online consultation by Minister of Education, Culture and Science Jet Bussemaker, institutions will...

01-05-2015 | 17:22

Earlier examinations for gifted and talented pupils

It will soon be possible for secondary school pupils who perform extremely well in certain subjects to take their final exams...

03-10-2014 | 15:22
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