Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Become an entrepreneur by being one.

Combining Entrepreneurship and Studying: We know it’s possible.

Does your heart beat faster at the thought of your own business?

We know the feeling. Studying for 4 years can feel like an eternity: especially when all you really want is to build your own thing.

Imagine a future where you don’t just graduate with a diploma, but with a thriving business already under your belt. Imagine launching that idea while you study—testing, failing, learning, growing. After 4 years, you’re not just prepared for the future; you’re living it.

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Founders fix the future

Why choose Unknown University

Launch your business from day one: while you study.
Real entrepreneurs as teachers: not just professors.
Modules that help your business grow.
Access to a global network of founders and investors.
Pitch, test, launch: because business doesn’t wait.

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The hague / DEN HAAG

Impression of the location

You step into a place that breathes entrepreneurship. As a student, you walk among the owners of startups and scale-ups. They are present every day, working on their businesses. You attend your classes here, have lunch with other entrepreneurs, and then head to the Incubator to work on your own business.

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Our program

Over a course of four years at Unknown University of Applied Sciences, you'll attend weekly workshops, receive personalized coaching, and team mentoring for your business projects. Apply these lessons immediately to your business. Here’s an overview of your yearly courses.

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Year 1
1.1. Ready to Start
1.2. Founders and Ideas
1.3. Impact Entrepreneurship
1.4. Trendwatching
1.5. Finance and Legal for Founders I
1.6. Entrepreneurial Research Methods
1.7. Data Driven Decisionmaking
1.8. Design Thinking
Year 2
2.1. Lean Startup
2.2. Resilience and Effectiveness
2.3. Business Modeling
2.4. Finance and Legal for Founders II
2.5. Branding
2.6. Lean Pricing
2.7. Tech for Founders
2.8. Growth Hacking
Year 3
3.1. Sales
3.2. Stakeholder Management
3.3. Service Innovation Design
3.4. Scaling a Startup
3.5. Culture and Communication in Entrepreneurship
3.6. Present Your Startup
3.7. Funding
3.8. Future Tech
Year 4
4.1. Leadership and Teambuilding
4.2. Hiring and Firing
4.3. Customer Behaviour
4.4. Systems Thinking
4.5. Market Strategy and Internationalization
4.6. Ready to Rise
Aptitude Test

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Study schedule

Build your business while you study.

Our program is designed for real founders. You’ll graduate with more than just a degree—you’ll graduate with a business that’s already making an impact.

Entry requirements

(DUTCH) HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
If you hold a Dutch HAVO or VWO diploma, you are directly admissible to our Bachelor of Science program, regardless of your study profile.

What we need from you:

Copy of your passport
Motivation letter & CV/resume
High school diploma and/or other education
Transcript of grades

Dutch HAVO or VWO graduates are exempt from English tests.

👉 If this applies to you, take the next step and apply for the Bachelor of Science through our application form.

Students with a high school diploma are admissible to our Bachelor of Science program.
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
If you have completed a high school diploma abroad, you are often admissible if your diploma qualifies you for higher education in your home country. Because international diplomas vary, we manually check if yours meets our requirements.

Would you like clarity before applying?
👉 You can book a Discovery Call with our admissions team, and we’ll check your diploma together.

What we need from you:

Copy of your passport
Motivation letter & CV/resume
High school diploma and/or other education
Transcript of grades

English proficiency requirements for Bachelor applicants:

IELTS: Academic, minimum overall band score of 6.0
Cambridge: B2 First (General or Business Vantage) with a score ≥ 169
TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 60

Some international diplomas qualify for an exemption on English proficiency — contact us to find out.

👉 If you feel you already meet the requirements, take the next step and apply now for the Bachelor of Science
DUTCH MBO STUDENTS – LEVEL 4 (BUSINESS-RELATED)
If you hold a Dutch MBO 4 diploma in a business-related field, you are directly admissible to the program.

What we need from you:

Copy of your passport
Motivation letter & CV/resume
MBO diploma and transcripts
High school diploma and/or other education (if available)
Transcript of grades
Proof of English proficiency

👉 If this applies to you, take the next step and apply for the Bachelor of Science.
TUITION FEE & APPLICATION DEADLINES
EU / NL Students

€15,000 per year
Monthly installments available via direct debit

Non-EU Students

€15,000 per year
Upfront payment required due to the visa application process
Additional visa costs: €700

Application Deadlines
Our Bachelor of Science program starts once a year in the first week of September.
We do not have a fixed application deadline, but class capacity is limited.

👉 We strongly advise applying early to secure your spot.

Late applications may be considered depending on availability. For questions, please contact: university@unknowngroup.com

Early Bird Offer
Apply before 31 January and pay a reduced tuition fee of €14,200.

Need More Information?
Have specific questions about your situation?
👉 Schedule a call with our student advisor.

BACHELOR STUDENTS AT OTHER UNIVERSITIES
If you are currently studying at another Dutch or international university, it is often possible to transfer into our Bachelor of Science in Innovation & Entrepreneurship.

If your current program is business-related, some of your study points (ECTS) may be transferred. This could shorten the duration of your studies at Unknown University.

How the transfer process works

Contact our admissions team to discuss your situation.
Send us your curriculum and module guides from your current program. Based on this, we can give you an initial indication of which modules or credits may be transferred.
Apply to Unknown University.
Once admitted, you provide your official transcripts from your current university
Our exam board reviews your transcripts and approves any exemptions.
Together with you, we create a personalized study schedule.

If you are unsure whether your credits can be transferred, don’t hesitate to reach out. Sharing your current university and program is the first step.

👉 Interested in transferring? Contact our admissions team and we’ll guide you through the process.
21+ STUDENTS / OTHER SITUATIONS
If you are over 21 and do not have a high school diploma, you can still join our Bachelor of Science in Innovation & Entrepreneurship by passing our 21+ test.

The 21+ admission process includes:

An online test
An interview

What we need from you:

Copy of your passport
Motivation letter & CV/resume
Any diploma(s) you may have obtained
Transcript of grades (if available)
Proof of English proficiency (IELTS 6.0+, Cambridge B2+, or equivalent)

👉 If this applies to you, the next step is to book a Discovery Call to discuss the 21+ test and start your application process.
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
English proficiency requirements for Bachelor applicants:

IELTS: Academic, minimum overall band score of 6.0
Cambridge: B2 First (General or Business Vantage) with a score ≥ 169
TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 60

Some international diplomas qualify for an exemption on English proficiency — contact us to find out.

👉 If you feel you already meet the requirements, take the next step and apply now for the Bachelor of Science
VISA APPLICATION
To support our students in their transition to the Netherlands, Unknown University of Applied Sciences arranges the study visa for those who need one.

We will start the visa application procedure once:

You have been unconditionally admitted, and
The first year’s tuition fees have been paid.

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Get to know the city

Living in The Hague

Chances are you’re not from The Hague in the Netherlands. Borders don’t limit your ambition, and we understand that. But it’s important to have a comfortable place to live during your time at Unknown. We have various housing options available and will help wherever we can to find the right place for you to stay.

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Teachers Founders / Specialists

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Christiaan Maats

Founder OAT Shoes

Founder of the world’s first biodegradable shoes that bloom teaches how to create a better world, from person to brand to product.

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Noor Figdor

Founder Feelou

Validation expert and founder of Feelou, an innovative pregnancy bra.

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Rutger Planken

Director Europe 365RetailMarkets

A true intrapreneur as a former global director eCommerce at Unilever and currently rolling out a US-based retail concept in Europe.

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Jan Saan

CTO CM.com

Jan stood at the foundation of building CM.com as CTO into europe’s largest communication and payment platforms. A true master of scaling.

Meet our students

Our students say they really appreciate meeting fellow students and entrepreneurs with whom they can connect. It’s great to work with like-minded people.

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