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Overview of required documents per faculty
Below you will find an overview of the required documents which you will have to upload to the university's Progress Portal as digital copies in PDF format.
Explanation application documents
If you are not sure what the documents should include, please check the Explanation application documents page.
Faculty of Arts
Required documents
Important:
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If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, you will need to upload the original documents and translations. Self-made translations are accepted for assessment purposes.
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If you have already started a programme of higher education, also provide the requested documents for this programme.
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Motivation and reference letters are not considered in our admissions procedure. Providing a CV is optional.
Overview application documents
Please upload scans of the following documents in the Progress Portal.
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Diploma
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Secondary education
Diploma of completed upper secondary education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your school confirming your enrolment, the qualification(s) to be obtained and your expected date of graduation Higher education (if applicable) Diploma/Degree certificate of your completed higher education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your educational institution confirming your enrolment, the name of the programme, the qualification to which the programme leads and the nominal duration* in years and credits/units *Nominal Duration: This refers to the total number of years needed to complete the full program and earn the qualification, as well as the total number of credits students must obtain to graduate. |
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Scan(s) of your academic record (i.e. final grade list/report card)
and/or if not yet completed: school-issued list of your courses still to be completed (if applicable, including level/credits/units) |
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Proof of English proficiency (English-taught programmes)
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An overview can be found on the page Language requirements and exemptions
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Proof of Dutch proficiency (Dutch-taught programmes)
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An overview can be found on the page Language requirements and exemptions
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Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences
Required documents
Important:
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If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, you will need to upload the original documents and translations.
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If you have already started a programme of higher education, also provide the requested documents for this programme.
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CVs, motivation and reference letters are not considered in our admissions procedure.
Overview application documents
Please upload scans of the following documents in the Progress Portal.
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Diploma
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Secondary education
Diploma of completed upper secondary education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your school confirming your enrolment, the qualification(s) to be obtained and your expected date of graduation Higher education (if applicable) Diploma/Degree certificate of your completed higher education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your educational institution confirming your enrolment, the name of the programme, the qualification to which the programme leads and the nominal duration* in years and credits/units *Nominal Duration: This refers to the total number of years needed to complete the full program and earn the qualification, as well as the total number of credits students must obtain to graduate. |
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Transcript
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Scan(s) of your academic record (i.e. final grade list/report card)
or if not yet completed: school-issued list of your courses still to be completed (if applicable, including level/credits/units) |
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Proof of English proficiency (English-taught programmes)
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An overview can be found on the page Language requirements and exemptions.
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Proof of Dutch proficiency (Dutch-taught programmes)
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An overview can be found on the page Language requirements and exemptions.
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Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
Faculty of Economics and Business
Required documents
Important:
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If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, you will need to upload the original documents and translations. Self-made translations are accepted for assessment purposes.
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If you have already started a programme of higher education, also provide the requested documents for this programme.
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Motivation and reference letters are not considered in our admissions procedure. Providing a CV is optional.
Overview application documents
Please upload scans of the following documents in the Progress Portal.
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Diploma
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Secondary education
Diploma of completed upper secondary education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your school confirming your enrolment, the qualifications(s) to be obtained and your expected date of graduation. Higher education (if applicable) Diploma/Degree certificate of your completed higher education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your educational institution confirming your enrolment, the name of the programme, the qualification to which the programme leads and the nominal duration* in years and credits/units. *Nominal Duration: This refers to the total number of years needed to complete the full program and earn the qualification, as well as the total number of credits students must obtain to graduate. |
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Transcript
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Scan(s) of your academic record (i.e. final grade list/report card)
and/or if not yet completed: school-issued list of your courses still to be completed (if applicable, including level/credits/units)
Note: If your chosen programme has a mathematics requirement, your transcript(s) will be used to assess whether you have the required knowledge in this subject. The Admissions Board may ask you to submit additional information about the topics covered in your mathematics courses.
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Proof of English proficiency (English-taught programmes)
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An overview of the language requirements and accepted exemptions can be found on the Faculty page Language requirements. |
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Proof of Dutch proficiency
(Dutch-taught programme) |
An overview of the language requirements and accepted exemptions can be found on the Faculty page Language requirements.
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Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
Faculty of Law
Required documents
Important:
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If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, you will need to upload the original documents and translations.
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If you have already started a programme of higher education, also provide the requested documents for this programme.
Overview application documents
Please upload scans of the following documents in the Progress Portal.
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Diploma
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Secondary education
Diploma of completed upper secondary education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your school confirming your enrolment, the qualification(s) to be obtained and your expected date of graduation Higher education (if applicable) Diploma/Degree certificate of your completed higher education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your educational institution confirming your enrolment, the name of the programme, the qualification to which the programme leads and the nominal duration* in years and credits/units *Nominal Duration: This refers to the total number of years needed to complete the full programme and earn the qualification, as well as the total number of credits students must obtain to graduate. |
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Scan(s) of your academic record (i.e. final grade list/report card)
and/or if not yet completed: school-issued list of your courses still to be completed (if applicable, including level/credits/units) |
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GPA
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A minimum GPA (Grade Point Average) of 7/10 (Dutch grading scale) or equivalent. For applicants that apply on the basis of a non-EU/EEA qualification, this minimum GPA is mandatory. Grade Point Average is the average of all the marks of your pre-university education. To note, a score of 6 is a passing grade in the Netherlands.
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Proficiency in English
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Sufficient proof of English proficiency in line with the minimum requirements for this programme. An overview can be found on the page Language requirements and exemptions (select Faculty of Law). |
Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
Faculty of Medical Sciences
Required documents
Important:
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If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, you will need to upload the original documents and translations. Self-made translations are accepted for assessment purposes.
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If you have already started a programme of higher education, also provide the requested documents for this programme.
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Motivation and reference letters and CVs are not considered in the admissions procedure for the Faculty of Medical Sciences, however it may be part of the selection procedure.
Overview application documents
Please upload scans of the following documents in the Progress Portal.
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Diploma |
Secondary education
Diploma of completed upper secondary education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your school confirming your enrolment, the qualification(s) to be obtained and your expected date of graduation. Higher education (if applicable) Diploma/Degree certificate of your completed higher education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your educational institution confirming your enrolment, the name of the programme, the qualification to which the programme leads and the nominal duration* in years and credits/units. * Nominal Duration: This refers to the total number of years needed to complete the full program and earn the qualification, as well as the total number of credits students must obtain to graduate. |
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Transcript
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Scan(s) of your academic record (i.e. final grade list/report card)
and/or if not yet completed: school-issued list of your courses still to be completed (if applicable, including level/credits/units) Note: Your transcript(s) will be used to assess whether you meet your chosen programme’s subject-specific requirements. The Admissions Board may ask you to submit additional information about the topics covered in your courses. |
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Proof of Dutch proficiency
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An overview can be found on the page Language requirements and exemptions.
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Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
Faculty of Philosophy
Required documents
Important:
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If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, you will need to upload the original documents and translations.
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If you have already started a programme of higher education, also provide the requested documents for this programme.
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Motivation and reference letters are not considered in our admissions procedure. Providing a CV is optional.
Please upload scans of the following documents in the Progress Portal.
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Diploma
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Secondary education
Diploma of completed upper secondary education and/or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your school confirming your enrolment, the qualification(s) to be obtained and your expected date of graduation Higher education (if applicable) Diploma/Degree certificate of your completed higher education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your educational institution confirming your enrolment, the name of the programme, the qualification to which the programme leads and the nominal duration* in years and credits/units *Nominal Duration: This refers to the total number of years needed to complete the full program and earn the qualification, as well as the total number of credits students must obtain to graduate. |
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Transcript
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Scan(s) of your academic record (i.e. final grade list/report card)
or if not yet completed: school-issued list of your courses still to be completed (if applicable, including level/credits/units) |
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Proof of English proficiency (English-taught programmes)
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Check the overview of the language requirements and accepted exemptions.
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Proof of Dutch proficiency (Dutch-taught programmes)
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State Examination in Dutch as a Second Language (NT2-II) |
Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Overview required documents
Important:
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If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, you will need to upload the original documents and translations. Self-made translations are accepted for assessment purposes.
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If you have already started a programme of higher education, also provide the requested documents for this programme.
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Motivation letters, reference letters and CVs are not considered in our admissions procedure. These documents may be required in the selection procedure for some programmes, check the selection page for the requirements.
Please upload scans of the following documents in the Progress Portal.
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Diploma* (or proof of enrolment with expected date of graduation)
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Secondary education
Diploma of completed upper secondary education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your school confirming your enrolment, the qualification(s) to be obtained and your expected date of graduation. Higher education (if applicable) Diploma/Degree certificate of your completed higher education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your educational institution confirming your enrolment, the name of the programme, the qualification to which the programme leads and the nominal duration* in years and credits/units. * Nominal Duration: This refers to the total number of years needed to complete the full program and earn the qualification, as well as the total number of credits students must obtain to graduate. |
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Transcript
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Scan(s) of your academic record (i.e. final grade list/report card)
and/or if not yet completed: school-issued list of your courses still to be completed (if applicable, including level/credits/units) Note: Your transcript(s) will be used to assess whether you meet your chosen programme’s subject-specific requirements. The Admissions Board may ask you to submit additional information about the topics covered in your courses. |
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Proof of English proficiency
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Click here for an overview of the language requirements and accepted exemptions.
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Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
Faculty of Spatial Sciences
Required documents
Important:
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If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, you will need to upload the original documents and translations. Self-made translations are accepted for assessment purposes.
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If you have already started a programme of higher education, also provide the requested documents for this programme.
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Motivation and reference letters are not considered in our admissions procedure. Providing a CV is optional.
Please upload scans of the following documents in the Progress Portal.
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Diploma
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Secondary education
Diploma of completed upper secondary education and/or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your school confirming your enrolment, the qualification(s) to be obtained and your expected date of graduation Higher education (if applicable) Diploma/Degree certificate of your completed higher education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your educational institution confirming your enrolment, the name of the programme, the qualification to which the programme leads and the nominal duration* in years and credits/units * Nominal Duration: This refers to the total number of years needed to complete the full program and earn the qualification, as well as the total number of credits students must obtain to graduate. |
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Transcript
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Scan(s) of your academic record (i.e. final grade list/report card)
or if not yet completed: school-issued list of your courses still to be completed (if applicable, including level/credits/units)
Note: If your chosen programme has a mathematics requirement, your transcript(s) will be used to assess whether you have the required knowledge in this subject. The Admissions Board may ask you to submit additional information about the topics covered in your mathematics courses.
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Proof of English proficiency (English-taught programmes)
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Click the overview of the language requirements and accepted exemptions.
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Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
Faculty of Religion, Culture and Society
Required documents
Important:
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If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, you will need to upload the original documents and translations.
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If you have already started a programme of higher education, also provide the requested documents for this programme.
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Motivation and reference letters are not considered in our admissions procedure. Providing a CV is optional.
Overview application documents
Please upload scans of the following documents in the Progress Portal.
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Diploma
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Secondary education
Diploma of completed upper secondary education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your school confirming your enrolment, the qualification(s) to be obtained and your expected date of graduation Higher education (if applicable) Diploma/Degree certificate of your completed higher education or if not yet completed: Statement of enrolment from your educational institution confirming your enrolment, the name of the programme, the qualification to which the programme leads and the nominal duration* in years and credits/units *Nominal Duration: This refers to the total number of years needed to complete the full program and earn the qualification, as well as the total number of credits students must obtain to graduate. |
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Transcript
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Scan(s) of your academic record (i.e. final grade list/report card)
or if not yet completed: school-issued list of your courses still to be completed (if applicable, including level/credits/units) |
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Proof of English proficiency (English-taught programmes)
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An overview can be found on the page Language requirements and exemptions.
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Proof of Dutch proficiency (Dutch-taught programmes)
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An overview can be found on the page Language requirements and Exemptions.
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Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
Campus Fryslân
Required documents
Below you can find the documents required for applications to the BSc Global Politics and Sustainability and the BSc Data Science & Society. Be sure to also check the faculty programme page for more information.
Global Responsibility & Leadership
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Secondary school diploma*, if you have graduated.
If you have yet to graduate, please upload a statement of enrolment with the name of the qualification to be obtained and your expected date of graduation instead. |
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Final transcript*
If you have yet to graduate, please include at least all the transcripts from the previous one and a half years up to your most recent transcripts. |
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Proof of English proficiency
If you haven't taken an English test yet, or if an exemption applies to your situation, please indicate this in your application. |
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CV
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Letter/video of motivation
Upload your motivation letter (maximum of 500 words) in PDF form or upload a pdf with the link to your video (maximum of 3 minutes) in which you, at least, respond to the questions: - What motivates you to apply to UCF? - How do you envision your role in the UCF community? |
Data Science & Society
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Secondary school diploma*, if you have graduated.
If you have yet to graduate, please upload a statement of enrolment with the name of the qualification to be obtained and your expected date of graduation instead. |
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Final transcript.
If you have yet to graduate, please include at least all the transcripts from the previous one and a half years up to your most recent transcripts.
Note: Your transcript(s) will also be used to assess whether you have the required knowledge in Mathematics. The Admissions Board may ask you to submit additional information about the topics covered in your mathematics courses.
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Proof of English proficiency.
If you haven't taken an English test yet, or if an exemption applies to your situation, please indicate this in your application. |
Note: If your documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, please also provide a translation in English, Dutch, French or German. Self-made translations are accepted for assessment purposes.
*If you have already started your higher education, please also provide your higher education diploma (or a statement of enrolment confirming the graduation date, should you have not graduated yet) and your (most recent or final) transcripts.
Please indicate what the content is of your application documents by using clear file names.
Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .
University College Groningen
Required documents
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Documents
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A secondary education diploma or a statement of enrolment, confirming your approximate graduation date, as well as the full native name of the qualification to be obtained* |
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Transcripts:*
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Proof of English proficiency
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CV
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Motivation video (follow the instructions you will receive from the faculty by email)
Note: letters of motivation are not considered in the application procedure for admission to the Bachelor in Liberal Arts & Sciences. |
NB: If the documents are not in English, Dutch, French or German, please also provide a translation in English, Dutch, French or German.
* If you have already started your higher education, please also provide your higher education diploma (or a statement of enrolment confirming the graduation date should you have not graduated yet) and your (most recent/final) transcripts.
Keep in mind that your application is evaluated only once, so it is important to follow the University of Groningen’s guidelines. Submitting incorrect or incomplete documents can impact your admission. If you are unsure about the requirements, feel free to reach out to us via our contact form .