Dreaming of studying at Tio Business School, but your English score is holding you back? Don’t worry. Tio’s Foundation Programme is your gateway to an exciting academic journey in the Netherlands.
In just a few months, you’ll get your English at the required level while you immerse yourself in Dutch culture. During the Foundation Programme, you will receive guidance from our lecturers and a personal study coach who support you in your academic and personal development.
Improve your English with confidence
At Tio, you’ll receive intensive English training that goes far beyond traditional classroom lessons. Our lecturers focus on all four essential skills – speaking, listening, reading, and writing – and make sure you can apply them directly in real-life situations. From academic writing and professional presentations to casual conversations with your classmates, you’ll learn to communicate with confidence in every context.
How to enrol
To join the Foundation Programme, apply for the bachelor’s or MBA programme you want to study at Tio. Right from the start of the admissions process, you can opt to add the Foundation Programme as a preparatory track.
Practical information
- Admission requirements: IELTS score of 5.0 (TOEFL, Cambridge, or Pearson are also accepted)
- Study period: Sep – Dec (11 weeks) or Jan – May (18 weeks)
- Location: Tio campuses in Amsterdam, Utrecht, Rotterdam or Eindhoven
- Certification: You receive an official IETLS certificate upon completion
- Programme fee: € 12,250
- Enrolment fee: € 95