Bachelor

University College Venlo

Would you like to kick the transition towards a more sustainable planet into high gear? Then an environmentally friendly society and food supply are essential. With a growing world population, this is a significant challenge. At University College Venlo, you collaborate with staff and students on a food chain that promotes human and environmental health. You will learn about the most recent scientific and technological developments, becoming an expert in the field of a green and future-proof society.

At University College Venlo, you can choose your own courses in areas such as sustainability, biology, biodiversity, nutrition, health, psychology, and entrepreneurship. You will gain experience in the ultra-modern facilities of the Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo, one of the most innovative (research) centres for the future of food production.

After completing your bachelor's degree, you can pursue a master's degree or work as an expert for your own firm, government, or research organisation. Your work will address all facets of the transition to a sustainable future. No matter where you are going to work, you will the driving force behind the transition.

Fast facts

For students with a passion for health, nutrition, business, and a sustainable planet
Small scale with a lot of attention from your teachers
Freedom to design your own curriculum
Choose courses on sustainability, health, and/or the (production) of food
UCV is a Liberal Arts & Sciences College
3-year, full-time bachelor's, taught in English
Graduate with a BSc or BA degree
On-campus student housing

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Application for the bachelor’s programme University College Venlo is possible after 1 May 2024.
The application deadline is on 31 August 2024. However, we advise you to complete your application before 1 August. This way, you (and we) have plenty of time to arrange all practical details to ensure a smooth start of your study.

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Sura El Gazzar

Sura El Gazzar studied at UCV and is responsible for the implementation of Flex’s Global Sustainability Framework at FLEX.

“I want to change our employees' mindset so that they understand why sustainability is important and become more involved in helping us achieve our sustainability goals."

Ilse Knoops

Ilse Knoops studied at UCV and as a health policy adviser at GGD Brabant-Zuidoost, she advises and supports municipalities in developing their health policies.

“People's behaviour and health have always fascinated me, which is why I sought a study combining these fields. At UCV, I could design a curriculum that included courses in health, psychology, and economics (consumer behaviour).”

Tom Marx

Tom Marx studied at UCV and works as Quality Assurance Adviser at beverage provider Refresco.

"At UCV, you learn how to solve problems by approaching them from all sorts of perspectives. I can now contribute to company solutions from the point of view of the management, sales, or production divisions, for example.”

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Since I am passionate about nutrition, I chose University College Venlo, where nutrition is a big topic.

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The social impact of a small-scale university is huge

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Are you a prospective bachelor student? Then we are here to help! We understand that finding the right bachelor programme is important. That’s why we offer you several resources that will give you a feel of what it is like to study at University College Venlo.

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