Honours College

Go beyond the beaten track with the Honours College, the honours programme for bachelor's students.

What is the Honours College?

The Honours College is a 20 EC honours programme you can follow on top of your bachelor’s . Honours College offers you additional opportunities to develop your talents and discover what you can contribute. With the Honours College, you both enrich your life at university and orient towards your future career. 

There are two possible times to start the Honours College. Either you start in the second semester of your first bachelor year, or you start at the beginning of your second year. The application periods for both starting moments fall within the first year of your bachelor. 

The programme consists of 5 and 10 EC courses. You can choose from a varied selection of courses organised by the various faculties. You will follow all education with students from other bachelors, so you can truly step out of your own bubble. 

Is the Honours College for me?

The Honours College is for you if:

• you are looking for a challenge.
• you are curious and have a wide range of interests. 
• you enjoy working with students from other programmes. 
• you are motivated to participate actively in class. 
• you have the time and space to follow an extra programme.
• you meet the admission requirements. 

Why join the Honours College?

• Learn to collaborate across disciplinary boundaries. 
• Follow your curiosity and choose from a wide range of courses.  
• Practice new skills and try out creative assessment methods. 
• Discover what you enjoy, what you’re good at, and what suits you. 
• Build friendships with students from other faculties. 
• Have your honours courses listed on your diploma supplement and receive a certificate. 

What are you waiting for?

Start your Honours College journey and read more about:

• Programme: get to know the programme and learn how to combine it with other activities.
• Application and admission: view when and how you can apply. 
• Course selection: discover the courses on offer.
• Students' experiences: hear from those who came before you.