Master Sports and Physical Education
Fontys University of Applied Sciences offers this 12-month English-taught master's in Social Sciences in Eindhoven.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 1 May 2027
- Apply via
- studielink
What it costs
Plan for a normal Eindhoven student life on top of any tuition fees.
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What you'll study
12 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Master Sports and Physical Education. Master in Social Sciences, Journalism & Information at Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Eindhoven, NL. Taught in English and Dutch.
Visa & life in the Netherlands
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a residence permit (VVR), arranged by the university on your behalf. EU students only need to register with the local municipality.
- Post-study work
- Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa — 12 months to find skilled work after graduation. No employer sponsorship needed during this period.
- Tuition
- Statutory fee around €2,500/yr for EU students; institutional fees for non-EU students typically range €14,000–26,000/yr depending on the field.
- Scholarships
- Holland Scholarship (€5,000), university-specific funds such as the Amsterdam Excellence and Justus & Louise van Effen scholarships, plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Fontys University of Applied Sciences
Worth comparing
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Common questions
Is Master Sports and Physical Education at Fontys University of Applied Sciences taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
What is the acceptance rate at Fontys University of Applied Sciences?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in the Netherlands after graduating?
Yes. The Netherlands offers a one-year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) residence permit to graduates of Dutch universities, letting you live and work in the country while looking for a job — no sponsor required during that year.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 1 May 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
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