Bachelor of Economics and Business Economics

Social themes play a major role in the Bachelor’s programme in Economics and Business Economics. Consumers, managers, civil servants—they all make decisions that influence society and the prosperity of everyone who lives in it. In this programme you learn to address thorny economic dilemmas.

1. A diploma equivalent to the Dutch pre-university VWO-diploma

See the Diploma Requirement List for examples of accepted diplomas per country.
Please note: this list is meant to give you an indication of admissibility; no rights can be derived from it. Applicants who do not meet this criterion may be asked to sit (an) entry exam(s) to prove they are eligible for admission.

2. Proof of sufficient proficiency in English

Although complete applications are preferred, you can begin your application before you have completed the test and then submit your passing score once you have been conditionally admitted. You can find all accepted tests and scores on our Language Requirements webpage.

3. Proof of sufficient proficiency in Mathematics
After you apply to the programme and upload the required documents in our student portal, your International Student Advisor will determine whether your diploma is equivalent to the Dutch VWO-diploma and whether your mathematics level is sufficient.

These examples of diplomas demonstrate sufficient proficiency in the subject Mathematics:

• International Baccalaureate: mathematics SL or HL, Applications & Interpretation HL, Analysis & Approaches SL/HL
• United Kingdom/GCE A-levels: A-level in mathematics completed with a grade A, B or C.

You need to complete credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://vu.nl/en/education/bachelor/economics-and-business-economics

• Transcript of records; a transcript in English of the grades obtained over the final two years of your high school and any further education up to the moment of your application. IB and A-level applicants are asked to upload their predicted grades.
• A scan of your diploma (if you have already graduated).
• Curriculum Vitae; the curriculum vitae should include your personal details and list your previous education and relevant work experience (± 1-2 pages).
• English language test results (if already obtained).
• Copy of valid passport or ID (ID for EEA students only).

You can join one of the following careers:

• Economist
• Economic Analyst
• Business Analyst
• Business Analytic Consultant