Bachelor in International Teacher Education for Primary Schools (ITEPS)
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
About this program
Bachelor in International Teacher Education for Primary Schools (ITEPS)
If you enjoy working with children and you are looking forward to doing so in an international setting, then this course is the perfect first step towards an exciting career! Especially in these times, because the demand for primary teachers at international schools is high and once you have completed your studies, you will be ready to teach at international schools around the world.
During your studies, you will learn what it means to be a teacher by gaining extensive teaching experience in the Netherlands, Europe and beyond. The practical and personal approach of this course enables you to become a highly skilled and fully qualified primary school teacher at international schools.
Jobs in this field are inspiring and creative, but they also require a sense of responsibility. Fortunately, your newly acquired skills can be used to support and teach children of different ages, nationalities, cultures and talents. Additionally, you can communicate professionally with parents and work on your own, with your colleagues, or other education professionals.
Admission requirements
Academic
To be admitted to one of our 4-year bachelor programmes, you will need to meet the admission requirements as outlined in Dutch Higher Education law. For 4-year bachelor programme at NHL Stenden, you need a diploma that is at least equivalent to an NLQF 4/EQF 4 level (Dutch/European Qualifications Framework)* and comparable to the required Dutch diploma.
Language
All non-EU/EEA applicants are required to submit an English proficiency test with their application to show that their English language skills are at a high enough level to succeed in their studies.
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences accepts four kinds of official language tests in accordance with the Code of Conduct International Student in Dutch Higher Education:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with an advised minimum of 5.0 for each skill)
- TOEFL 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 80 (internet-based). Original test results must be sent directly from the Educational Testing Service to NHL Stenden. The TOEFL institution code for NHL Stenden is C652.
- Cambridge ESOL score FCE-C (169, or higher).
- TOEIC 670 (Listening and Reading) and 290 (Speaking and Writing).
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Tuition
Tuition fees for 2022-2023
EU students pay € 2.209
NON-EU students pay:
- Bachelor € 8.495
Qualification
Bachelor of Education
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