Eligibility requirements
Before beginning a PhD project, please ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements, which depend on your degree and English language proficiency.
Requirement master’s degree
An internationally recognized master’s degree in a relevant field (equivalent to a Dutch master's degree). All European MSc degrees are accepted.
Requirements English language
A strong command of the English language, as only candidates proficient in English will be considered for PhD positions.
An English proficiency test (test results no older than 2 years) is required for admission to our Graduate School. The test results have to meet the minimal requirements detailed below.
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Overall
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Reading
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Listening
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Speaking
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Writing
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IELTS (Academic)
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7.0
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7.0
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7.0
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TOEFL (score as of 2026)
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5
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5
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5
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TOEFL IBT (internet based)
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100
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25
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25
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Cambrigde English
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C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 185 (C1) or 200 (C2)
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Pearson Academic
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71
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64
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75
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LanguageCert Academic
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75
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75
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75
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The following certificates or results are not accepted:
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TOEFL Home Edition
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TOELF MyBest Scores
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IELTS Online
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IELTS One Skill Retake
Exemptions from proving proficieny in English
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Last modified:03 February 2026 12.39 p.m.