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Information for Students

This is an archive page. The below information was applicable during the recent Covid-19 restrictions, but is no longer applied at DAE.

What does the Coronavirus mean for my internship or exchange programme?

If the institution or workplace is in agreement then an internship or exchange can still take place. Students must follow the rules of the place they will be working/studying. Otherwise, please talk to your coordinator to discuss your options.

Are the workshops open?

Yes, all workshops are open.

Can I travel home or come back to DAE?

We advise you to contact your embassy if you have any concerns. You can find a list of international embassies in The Netherlands here.
Please check the latest updates on the measurements taken in your home country before making a decision. We are following the travel advice from the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, so please keep a close eye on these as they change frequently. You can find them here.

For more information on current travel restrictions and requirements, see our general Covid-19 Q&A.

What do I do if I am in a country with a Coronavirus outbreak and I am not allowed to leave?

Please contact your embassy. If you are in your country of origin and there are contaminations there, please follow local advice.

What happens to my residence permit if I want to interrupt my studies at DAE?

Students who leave The Netherlands and interrupt their studies have to unroll as a student at DAE. Please send an email to olga.pullens@designacademy.nl or for more information on unrollment and your residence permit to studentadministratin@designacademy.nl

I am organising/going on a study or business trip to a country with current Coronavirus cases. Is that still allowed?

Contact the educational desk about this at bachelors@designacademy.nl or masters@designacademy.nl

I am a Dutch citizen and would like to travel abroad. Is this allowed?

Please check the travel advice from the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This changes frequently. You can find the latest version here.

Is there a change in paying tuition fees this year?

The tuition fees for 2021-2022 are set and published on this website.

→ Masters tuition fee
→ Bachelor tuition fee

There are no changes regarding the payment methods for your tuition fees. The Dutch Government has strict rules and regulations that are mandatory for all institutes. Should there be any future developments regarding higher education tuition fees on a nationwide level, we will update all DAE students.

Am I eligible for financial compensation for tuition fees?

In the first quarter of 2021, anyone who obtains a higher professional education (BA or MA) in the period from 1 September 2020 until 31 January 2021 will receive a one-off compensation amount, amounting to a maximum of 3 months’ percentage of the tuition fees. For a student in higher education, this would amount to a one-off compensation of €535. This also applies to (international) students who pay institutional tuition fees. They will receive a one-off compensation of €535.

What must I do to receive this financial compensation for my tuition fees?

If your details are known to DUO (the Dutch education service), you do not have to do anything and DUO will automatically transfer the amount to you. If any of your details are missing, DUO will contact you to request these details. You will receive the amount no later than 31 March 2021. But please keep in mind that the final decision regarding compensation lies with DUO.

What happens to my scholarship?

For questions about a scholarship you received from your own country, please contact the granting organisation directly.

What do I do if I have no doctor in The Netherlands?

If you are unfamiliar with the Dutch healthcare system, we would like to draw your attention to healthcare insurance, they can be able to help you. It can be difficult to find a GP due to Covid-19. If you need help, contact olga.pullens@designacademy.nl

Can I change anything about my Dutch health insurance?

For questions about the insurance of AON we refer you to their website. Ending or interrupting your insurance can be done online. You can find more general information on health insurance here

What happens to my study finance from DUO?

DUO has arranged several financial options for students who are entitled to studiefinanciering. This applies to Dutch students, but also to EER-students who are entitled to studiefinanciering on the basis of their employment in The Netherlands.
You can read more about it here:
→ DUO measures
→ DUO Q&A on Covid-19

Are there options to apply for extra financial support from DUO during this crisis?

For students who are not served by the generic financial options, DUO has offered to make case-by-case exceptions for 2020-2021. It is not yet clear if this will also apply for 2021-2022… Please contact DUO to find out if this applies to you.

EER students, who do not work and, therefore, are not entitled to studiefinanciering can apply for a tuition fees loan from DUO. You can apply for this retroactively from 1 September, 2021. Find out more on the DUO website.

What if I am from outside EER and cannot apply to DUO?

Students from countries outside the EER have been made to prove they have enough funds to study at DAE at the time of their visa application in 2021. This was one of the prerequisites for obtaining a residence permit. We expect your means will be covering your expenses in the current situation.

Where can I find extra information to apply for financial aid?

Information regarding your rights as an employee from the students union LSVB.
Information on unemployment benefit from:
 UWV and  
werk.nl.

If you are still experiencing considerable financial difficulties and you want someone to review the available options with you, please contact the Student Counsellor olga.pullens@designacademy.nl.

Where can I find the latest rules about quarantine, travel and general legal and advisory measures?
The latest information is published on the Dutch Government’s website.

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