NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor in Green ChemistryEmmen, Netherlands
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
31 May 2025*
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 9,975 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* non-EU students: may 31 | EU students: august 15
** non-EU students: 9,975 EUR | EU students: 2,601 EUR
Key Summary
Introduction
Explore your passion for sustainability and innovation with a bachelor’s degree in Green chemistry. In this innovative programme based in the Northern Netherlands, you’ll develop expertise in sustainable chemical practices and address global environmental challenges. With a focus on the development of eco-friendly materials, resource efficiency, and circular processes, you’ll be prepared for a career dedicated to sustainability in the chemical industries.
Why choose the Green Chemistry programme at NHL Stenden?
- Gain practical experience in laboratory settings and applied research
- Explore cutting-edge green technologies and their applications in various sectors
- Enhance your expertise through innovative applied research within the Circular Plastics professorship
- Benefit from the exceptional personal attention our campus in Emmen offers
- Specialise in your field with unique minors
- Enjoy excellent job opportunities in sustainability-focused industries
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
If you are thinking about applying to NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences, you may be eligible for a scholarship. NHL Stenden offers 2 different scholarships for Non-EU/EEA bachelor students.
NL Scholarship
The NL Scholarship is financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science and Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences. These scholarships award selected international undergraduate students from outside the EU/EEA with a one-time financial contribution of € 5000.
NHL Stenden Excellency Scholarship
The NHL Stenden Excellency Scholarship is a performance-based scholarship for 1st and 2nd year non-EU/EEA students at NHL Stenden.
Curriculum
Programme structure
The practical way you learn
During your studies, you carry out practical assignments from real companies, working in groups and coached by lecturers and professionals with relevant professional experience. It’s a way of learning, an educational concept, we call Design-Based Education. You learn to draw on feedback to adapt your ideas and become more flexible, while also developing your teamwork and leadership skills.
There’s a world to explore
Our international community brings together over 80 nationalities on our campuses. It’s an open environment that will help you broaden your horizons in many respects. And we offer more options to get you ready for an intercultural work environment. For instance, you could do one of the programmes offered by RUN-EU or, depending on your degree, do your internship abroad or follow a minor subject in a different country through our Grand Tour or Exchange programmes. You get to put together the right combination of courses and internships for you and develop both your professional and personal skills.
Course structure
- Year 1 – Study the basics of chemistry, covering organic, analytical, and biochemistry, and their integration with green chemistry principles. You will work on subject-related projects to develop your professional skills, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Year 2 – Gain knowledge in polymer technology, circularity, and green production processes. In the first half year, you will also work on subject-related projects to develop your professional skills, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. While in the second half of the year, you can join a minor programme of your choice.
- Year 3 – Engage in more independent research projects through an internship and/or graduation projects, which you can choose to do abroad.
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Rankings
All degrees offered by NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences are accredited by the NVAO in the Netherlands (The Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders).
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Your future
With a degree in Green Chemistry, you’ll be able to tackle environmental challenges and promote a sustainable future.
Career opportunities
- Research Scientist: contribute to innovative sustainable technologies and advancements
- Product Development Scientist: create sustainable materials and products that directly impact industries
- Environmental Chemist: develop methods to reduce pollution and address environmental concerns
- Quality Control Specialist: ensure products meet sustainability standards, influencing production practices
- Sustainability Consultant: advise companies on sustainable practices, helping them implement eco-friendly processes