Cost and Reward

To participate in a Building Partnerships in... minor programme, you need to be enrolled in a university (of applied science) in The Netherlands (Hogeschool / Universiteit).

Also students in Exchange programmes with a Dutch university (of applied science) are admissible to the minors.

Reward

Apart from a life-changing experience, you will earn 30 ECTS upon successful completion of the minor.

Expand your network, and increase your opportunities in the (international) job market.

Most students in our minor programmes pursue an international career and many return to Asia for a trainee-ship, exchange or a working career.

Cost

China

The additional participation fee for the China Minor is €2,400 (inidication). This (fixed) fee covers your airfare, accommodation in Shanghai, transfers to hotel, lecturers, guest lecturers, administration, business and cultural visits organised through Dong Hua University, farewell dinner in Shanghai with local ‘buddies’ and staff from Dong Hua University. For an idea regarding personal expenditure in Shanghai, take into account that although travel and eating are much cheaper than in The Netherlands, the attractions of Shanghai and the networking opportunities may tempt you to spend more than might be the case at home so plan a good budget for yourselves in China.

Southeast Asia

The additional participation fee for the Southeast Asia Minor is €2,400 (inidication). This (fixed) fee covers your airfare, accommodation in Bangkok, transfers to accommodation, lecturers, guest lecturers, administration, business and cultural visits organised through Mahidol University, farewell dinner in Bangkok with local ‘buddies’ and staff from Mahidol University. For an idea regarding personal expenditure in Bangkok, take into account that although travel and eating are much cheaper than in The Netherlands, the attractions of Bangkok and the networking opportunities may tempt you to spend more than might be the case at home so plan a good budget for yourselves in Thailand.

South Korea

The additional participation fee for the South Korea Minor is €2,400 (inidication). This (fixed) fee covers your airfare, accommodation in Daejeon, transfers to accommodation on day of arrival and departure, lecturers, guest lecturers, administration, business and cultural visits organised through Solbridge University, farewell dinner in Daejeon with local ‘buddies’ and staff from Solbridge University. For an idea regarding personal expenditure in Daejeon, take into account that although the cost of travel and eating are very reasonable compared to The Netherlands, the attractions of Daejeon and the networking opportunities may tempt you to spend more than might be the case at home so plan a good budget for yourselves in Korea.

Payment in instalments

If you are unable to pay for the participation fee in full within the payment term, you can submit a request for payment in 4 equal installments. Note that your request should be received before the due date for payment.

Tax refund

You may be eligible to receive a tax refund for the cost of the minor. Consult with your tax advisor if this is applicable to your situation. Dutch students can also inquire with Belastingdienst

OV kaart

Dutch students may also opt for suspending their public transport student ticket (OV kaart) and ask for a month refund/suspension. More info here.

Scholarships / grants

You may also be eligible for a scholarship. AUAS (HvA) students can check here. Students from universities other than AUAS (HvA) can check here. The European Education and Culture Executive Agency is also offering grants and scholarships. For more info, look here.

Please note, there may be incidental costs which are not included in the additional participation fee. The fee does not cover literature required for the modules in Amsterdam, visas, travel insurance, local costs in China/Thailand/Korea such as travel, food and drink.