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International Bachelor History

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    13,500EUR
  • Start date
    Mar
  • QS Ranking
    #148

Program overview

What Erasmus University Rotterdam says about their program:

The International Bachelor History is a degree program offered at Erasmus University Rotterdam. This program focuses on the study of history from an international perspective, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of historical events and their global implications.

The curriculum of the International Bachelor History includes various modules that explore different historical contexts and methodologies. Students engage in lectures, case studies, and group work, allowing them to develop critical thinking and analytical skills essential for historians.

This program is designed for students who are passionate about history and wish to pursue a career in fields such as education, research, or cultural heritage. Graduates of the International Bachelor History will be well-prepared for various roles that require a deep understanding of historical processes and their relevance today.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

to see how attainable this program is.

  • A levels

    CCC

All grade information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official program page for the latest information on required grades.

Additional requirements

Documents

Secondary/high-school diploma and final grade list. If the diploma is not yet complete: diploma statement, most recent grade list and penultimate-year grade list. Official translations are required where applicable.

Essays and statements

Motivation letter using the programme template is required.

Tests and examinations

English-language proficiency evidence is required unless an official exemption applies. Accepted evidence includes IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, Cambridge English, or another EUR-approved test; online/home versions may not be accepted.

Experience

  • Participation in a Shadow Day (Meeloopdag) is highly recommended for prospective students (optional)

How to apply

Scholarships at Erasmus University Rotterdam

  • ESE Waiver for Excellent Current Non-EEA Bachelor's Students

    Official page

    Erasmus School of Economics offers a partial tuition-fee waiver for excellent current non-EEA bachelor students for the stated academic year. The waiver is not paid as cash; requirements and application route are set by ESE.

  • Philip Hans Franses Scholarship

    Official page

    The Philip Hans Franses Scholarship is available to excellent international bachelor and master students at Erasmus School of Economics. Applicants must meet the programme's academic and motivation requirements; the current award amount and deadline are stated in the annual ESE call.

  • Rotterdam Talent Scholarship

    Official page

    The Rotterdam Talent Scholarship is a full scholarship for talented international or Dutch students admitted to Erasmus University College who live or studied in Rotterdam and demonstrate financial need. It covers tuition, housing and study materials; the current call provides the detailed cost package and deadline.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Erasmus University Rotterdam provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Erasmus University Rotterdam encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near Erasmus University Rotterdam?

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€1,443
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€1,160
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€230
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€44
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€21
Monthly public transport pass€90
Monthly grocery basket€196
Books and study supplies (monthly)€100
Coffee shop drink€4
Cinema or cultural event ticket€14
Gym membership€38

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and eur.nl (University published).

Visa requirements for Erasmus University Rotterdam

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