Additional requirements for students with a completed propaedeutic exam at college level

If you believe that you meet the further educational requirements, apart from the above-mentioned entrance examinations, you may request an exemption for one or more subjects. You can submit your request by emailing toelatingstoetsen.gmw@rug.nl and attaching the relevant certificates you have obtained to support your exemption request.

For more information on the English language exemption, please see this page.

Since the 2023-2024 academic year, the admissions committee has not been taking any admission exams . You can now take entrance exams from the institutions specified below. Please note that admission exams from other institutions will not be accepted. It is your own responsibility to prepare for and apply to these exams indepently.

* Various ‘pass criteria’ are used for the tests. See the table below for the criteria for applying for the Dutch-language Bachelor's program in Psychology.

*To apply for the English Bachelor in Psychology, you need at least a 6.5 in speaking and writing on the IELTS (Academic) test.
**To apply for the English Bachelor in Psychology, you need at least a score of 5 (24) in writing on the TOEFL IBT test.

VWO-certificates
VWO certificates from accredited institutions in the Netherlands are approved. VWO sub-certificates (also for English proficiency) can also be acquired at an institution of secondary education for the respective subject. In the Groningen region, these certificates are obtainable at Alfa College or Luzac College. Alternatively, you can potentially prepare for a Staatsexamen through distance learning programs, such as LOI, NTI or NHA. Please note that you can apply for Staatsexamen until 31 December.
Certificates at HAVO-level will not be accepted.

Each application is carefully assessed by the Admissions Committee for Bachelor's programmes. See below for the specific procedures applicable to each programme.

Psychology

1. Submit your application via Studielink before January 15th; this application serves as a request for enrollment.

2. After applying, you will receive a letter containing detailed information about the additional education requirements and instructions on fulfilling them. These letters will be sent out beginning in March. That letter also contains the link for uploading the certificates. If you are required to take an additional exam for any of the specified subjects, you must upload the certificate or diploma by July 15th. The information letter will outline the procedure for this.

3. Upon uploading the certificate or diploma, it will be assessed within four weeks to determine if you meet the additional education requirements. You will be notified of the outcome accordingly. You can consult the Student Portal to review any additional steps required for admission and enrollment. The Student Information and Administration Department (SIA) will also provide regular updates via email regarding any further steps you need to take. Once you fulfil all requirements, you will receive a declaration of enrollment from SIA.

➢ If you apply for Psychology, you must take part in the selection procedure because the number of available places is limited (numerus fixus). For the Dutch-taught Bachelor in Psychologie, places are assigned through an unweighted lottery, while the English-taught Bachelor in Psychology requires a selection procedure. More information can be found on the respective programme websites.  
➢ The deadline for submitting certificates is July 15th. Since it is possible to be allocated a place after July 15th, it is important to obtain and submit the required certificates before the deadline.

If you would like to request an extension for submitting certificates, you can do so until July 15. Please fill out the following form to do so. You will be given an extension until August 20. However, do not submit this request before July 1, unless you are certain before then that you will not be able to upload the certificates in time.
Please note:

Pedagogical Sciences and/or Sociology

1. Apply before May 1st via Studielink; this application is a request for enrolment.

1. After applying, you will receive a letter containing detailed information about the additional education requirements and instructions on fulfilling them. These letters will be sent out beginning in March. That letter also contains the link for uploading the certificates. If you require an additional exam for any of the mentioned subjects, you must upload the certificate or diploma by August 31st*. The information letter will guide this process.

2. To see what further steps regarding admission and registration you need to take, consult the Student Portal. Additionally, the Student Information and Administration Department (SIA) will also provide regular updates via email regarding these steps. You will receive a declaration of enrollment from SIA upon meeting all conditions.

*The earlier you submit this, the sooner we can finalize your application.

We wish you success in fulfilling the prerequisite requirements. We recommend obtaining the necessary certificates as soon as possible to ensure you have enough time to complete them before the program begins, helping you avoid any unnecessary disappointments. Additionally, please remember that requesting a deferral may prevent other students from taking your spot.

Can I be exempted with a HAVO diploma?
No, this is not possible, regardless of the grades obtained. Exemptions are only granted if the required subjects English and Mathematics have been completed at VWO-6 level. For admission via the Psychology Colloquium Doctum, Biology at VWO-6 level is also required.

How can I register for the additional entrance exams?
Registration for the required entrance examinations is not handled by the university. You can register directly with the institute where you wish to take the exam. We recommended contacting the relevant institute directly for further information. 

How can I prepare for the entrance exams?
It is advisable to prepare using study materials at VWO-6 level. As the university does not develop or administer these examinations, it cannot provide specific guidance on exam content. For detailed information about the structure and required topics, you are advised to contact the respective institute. 

Do I need to submit my propaedeutic diploma and certificates before January 15?
No, this is not necessary. The deadline of January 15 applies only to submitting your application for the Psychology programme. The deadline for submitting your propaedeutic diploma and required certificates is July 15. 

Am I still eligible if I complete my final entrance exam or obtain my propaedeutic diploma on August 31?
Yes, you are still eligible. Students must meet the admission requirements by August 31 at the latest in order to be enrolled. The date on which the diploma, certificate, or propaedeutic diploma is obtained is decisive. If this date is no later than August 31, admission is possible, provided all other requirements are also met.

I was not able to complete my entrance exams on time. Can I still start the programme?
No, if you do not meet all admission requirements by August 31, you are not eligible to start the programme. No exceptions will be made.