Application procedure and timeline

Step 1 – Check admission requirements

Read the admission requirements carefully.

Step 2 – Register

Register via Studielink before 18 June 2026. You will receive a confirmation email.

• Applicants in the Netherlands: A DigiD is required
• Applicants outside the Netherlands: Apply without a DigiD (see Studielink website for further instructions(opens in new window))

Step 3 – Upload portfolio

After registering, you will get upload instructions by email. Upload your application portfolio between 1 April and 25 June 2026. Your portfolio must include:

• Diploma or expected graduation statement
• CV (with sport industry experience)
• Two recommendation letters
• Course list + short explanation (max. 300 words)
• Thesis summary (max. 250 words)
• 1-minute motivation video
• 1-page consulting proposal (2 organisations + explanation)
• Proof of English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, C1 level)

Read more about portfolio requirements

Step 4 – Assessment

26–27 June 2026: We assess your portfolio based on formal and additional criteria.

• Formal criteria:
  • Bachelor's degree in Sport Studies / Sport Management / Sport Business / Sport Marketing
  • C1-level English
• Additional criteria 
  • Relevant Dutch and international sport industry experience and network. 
  • Evident leadership potential and motivation for a career in sport business. 

Step 5 – Results

By 2 July 2026 you will receive the results via email:

• a) Direct admission
• b) Provisional admission (pending diploma or English certificate)
• c) Waiting list
• d) Rejection

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