Student finance
Student finance is a monthly contribution from the government towards your study costs and living expenses. If you meet certain conditions regarding age, education, and nationality, you can apply for student finance from DUO.
What does student finance consist of?
Student finance consists of four components:
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The supplementary grant, basic grant, and student travel product are converted into a gift if you obtain your diploma within 10 years. You must always repay the interest-bearing loan and tuition fees loan, plus interest.
For how long will I be eligible for student finance?
That depends on the duration of your education. A university Bachelor's degree takes 3 years, a Master's degree between 1 and 4 years, depending on your programme.
| wo-bachelor + wo-master of 1 year |
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| wo-bachelor + master Global Challenges for Sustainability (master of 1.5 years) |
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| wo-bachelor + wo-master of 2 years |
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| wo-bachelor + wo-master of 3 years |
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| wo-bachelor + master of 4 years (SUMMA) |
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