Practical info about Life Sciences at HAN

Where do I find my books?

You are free to order your books from whichever online seller you like. You could try amazon.com, for example. Have you considered 2nd-hand books? They’re cheaper and more environmentally friendly. Lots of 2nd-hand books are available online, for example at Bookmatch.nl. Amazon also offers used versions of many of its titles. Just make sure you buy the right edition.

Book list Life Sciences 2024-2025
Laptop specifications

Small laptop (Advice: Windows 11, max 14 inch and not older than 3 years)

Operating system:

Windows (preferred) or MacOS (see below, for use of several applications like Microsoft365, digital lab journal, digital learning platform and digital testing. This is not possible on a Chromebook or tablet.

The laptop must have an HDMI port. If not, you must have an additional HDMI adapter.

The Microsoft365 software and all its functionalities (Word/Excel/Powerpoint/Teams/etc) are actively used. A Microsoft365 license is provided for free by the HAN, it is linked to your personal HAN-account. The Microsoft365 applications need to be installed to make use of the full functionality. Check carefully whether you can do this on your laptop or laptop to be purchased.

For MacOS USERS: During the degree program, at least one Windows-Only application will be used. If you have a MacBook, you will need to borrow a Windows laptop from someone (e.g. classmate) for this or run a Virtual Windows on your Macbook (Bootcamp, Parallels, VMware, etc). Any additional costs will not be reimbursed by the HAN.

At Surfspot.nl, HAN students get discounts on laptops, software programs and more. You can log in on Surfspot with your HAN account.
Check out the tuition fees for Life Sciences.

HAN Intro €100

Books (Year 1) €325

What costs do you need to cover as an international student in the Netherlands? As a rule of thumb, you need about €1000,- a month to live comfortably. Check out our Cost of Living page for more info.
Is the HAN Intro already on your calendar? It better be! The HAN Intro is from 26 to 30 August. This week-long event is for all new students at HAN. You’ll get all the info you need so you can get settled in the Netherlands without worries. And it’s fun, because we organize all sorts of activities for you to meet fellow international students and explore the city. Enjoy a barbecue on campus or join others for drinks in town.
- To the Life Sciences intro
Do you have a disability or other special circumstance that will affect your studies? HAN offers support and services to ensure your study environment fits your needs. For example, extra time on exams. Or alternatives to certain parts of the study program.
- More about studying with special circumstances
After you applied for Life Sciences, you can create a HANaccount.

With your HANaccount you have access to:

the HAN wifi

your own HAN mailbox

HAN Insite, the online environment of the HAN where you will find a lot of information

OSIRIS, where you will keep track of and organize your studies. You can log in to OSIRIS via the browser or download the OSIRIS app for Android or IOS.

the app MyX, where you can find your schedule
After your application in Studielink, you need to do a few things to finalize your enrollment.
At hanuniversity.com/enroll you can find a checklist. Sometimes you need to do something, and sometimes you need to wait until we’ve processed something. So start on time!

When your enrollment is finalized, it will say “Enrolled” in Studielink in or after July.

You’ll also get a mail from HAN saying your enrollment is finalized. That mail is sent in or after July and is sent to the email address you entered in Studielink.
Curious about your schedule or class? If you have a HANaccount you can find that info on Insite. This is the online (login) environment for HAN students. You'll find the info under the item Timetables, Lecture Times and Academic Calendar. You'll be informed about your class division by the program.
- Go to Insite
Life Sciences in Nijmegen

Life Sciences is based in Nijmegen. Your classes will take place at Laan van Scheut 2. Our Nijmegen campus has everything you need for your studies. Wondering how you can get to the campus? And curious what cool facilities we have? Check it out!

Studying in Nijmegen

Welcome to Nijmegen! Completely new here, or have you already checked out some of the cool spots? Nijmegen a lively university city. Old city, young vibe. That's the Nijmegen slogan. Looking for a cozy pub or cafe, a bit of culture or a great night out? Nijmegen has all this and more.
ESN Nijmegen

Excited to meet new friends, endulge in new experiences and make the most out of your time as an international student? Why not join the ESN (Erasmus Student Network) Nijmegen! It aims to connect local and international students from both Radboud University and HAN. ESN Nijmegen organizes parties, cultural exchanges, excursions and more.
- More about ESN Nijmegen

Before you arrive in the Netherlands, you need to arrange some practical matters. You need to organize your accommodation, for example. And, depending on your nationality, you might need to arrange a visa.

Housing

As a Life Sciences student, you need a suitable place to live. A place within easy distance of the campus and where you can feel at home. The HAN Housing Office helps international students like yourself find a room. Are you from outside the EU/EEA? You get priority: a guaranteed room. From the EU/EEA? You can go on the waiting list.

More info about housing

Visa info

To study Life Sciences at HAN, you need the right visas and permits. Are you from the EU/EEA? Then you don’t need any visas or permits. You just need to register at city hall. Are you from a country outside the EU/EEA? Then you need a residence permit. You might also need an entry visa.

More info about visas

Foto Bedrijfskunde voltijd Nijmegen, studenten buiten

Healthcare and insurance

Going to study in the Netherlands? Then you need to know about the healthcare system. And you need to organize your student health insurance. Are you from the EU/EEA? Your health insurance policy in your home country might cover you. Non-EU/EEA students receive health insurance through the financial guarantee. Other useful insurances are liability insurance, repatriation insurance and household contents insurance.
- Read more about student healthcare and insurance
Working

The rules on working depend on your nationality. Are you from the EU/EEA? Then you are free to work in the Netherlands. Are you from outside the EU/EEA? Then you are free to do self-employed work. If you work for an employer, you need a work permit and the hours are restricted. All international students working in the Netherlands must have Dutch public health insurance.
- Read more about working in the Netherlands
Public transport

The Netherlands has excellent public transport. In the Nijmegen and Arnhem area you can get almost everywhere by train or bus. In the bigger cities, you can also use the tram or metro. To pay for these services you use an OV chip card (OV-chipkaart in Dutch).
- Read more about public transport
Government

When living in the Netherlands, you need a citizen service number (BSN). This number is important for all your dealings with the government. For example, to open a bank account or to visit a doctor. You get a BSN number after registering at city hall.
- Read more about getting a BSN

Study coaching

When you start studying at HAN you will be assigned a study coach. The study coach guides you during your studies, lends a listening ear and advises you if you fall behind. And if you need more specialized help, they can refer you to the right person. The senior coach, student counselor or psychologist, for example.

More about study coaching

International Office

As an international student, there are lots of practical matters you need to arrange. International Office knows about all these issues and can lend you a helping hand. Going abroad for a semester as part of your program? International Office can answer all your questions about this as well.

More about HAN's International Office

Gebouw Ruitenberglaan 31 International Office

Student Support Center

Do you want to work on your study skills? Or perhaps you want to improve your writing skills? Or do you need to see a counselor or psychologist about a personal matter? HAN Study Success provides counseling, training courses, workshops and coaching for all HAN students. The aim? To give you the tools to study successfully.

More about the Student Support Center

Jongen en meisje studeren samen op laptop in grote hal

Nijmegen campus

Campus facilities

The HAN campus in Nijmegen has all the facilities you need: modern lecture halls, study and multimedia centers, sports facilities, canteens and cafes. Also important: a reliable wireless network (Eduroam). And you can easily reach the campuses by train, bus or bike.