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
Agile WorkingHighly Effective EntrepreneurshipImpact entrepreneurshipTrendwatchingAnthropologyEffectuationValue creationDesign thinkingIncubator
Year 2
Lean startupBrilliance of FailureBusiness Model InnovationFinance for EntrepreneursBrandingLean PricingPreventing Legal MistakesGrowth Hacking
Year 3
IntrapreneurshipFuture TechServiceInnovation DesignScaling a StartupUnderstand and UnderstoodPresent your StartupAlternative FinanceSales
Year 4
Art of LeadershipHiring and FiringPredictingIrrationalitySystems ThinkingFuture ProofingReady to RiseAptitude 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
Dutch HAVO and VWO students are directly admissible to the program, regardless of their study profile. International students are often admissible if they meet the requirements to join higher education in their country of origin. Due to the variety in international high school diploma’s, we manually check if your diploma meets the requirements.

To process your application, we need your (international) high school diploma & grade transcripts. Furthermore, we need:

1. Copy of your passport
2. Motivation letter & CV/Resume
3. High school diploma and/or other education
4. Transcript of high school grades and/or other education

To be clear: if you have a HAVO or VWO Highschool diploma, you are exempted from needing an IELTS (or equivalent) certificate to demonstrate your level of English. This exemption is also in place for some highschool diplomas from abroad, contact us for more information.
BUSINESS BACHELOR (B.B.A) STUDENTS
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MBO STUDENTS - LEVEL 4 (NL)
Students with a MBO 4 degree (related to business) are directly admissible to the program.

To process your application, we need your MBO diploma & grade transcripts.

Furthermore, we need:

1. Copy of your passport
2. Resume, motivation letter & CV
3. High school diploma and/or other education
4. Transcript of high school grades and/or other education
5. Certificate proofing English proficiency.

21+ STUDENTS / OTHER SITUATIONS
If neither of the above-mentioned situations apply to you, you can still join the Bachelor of Innovation & Entrepreneurship if you can pass our 21+ test. This test is meant for people who are older that 21 years and who do not have obtained a high school diploma.

This 21+ test consists of two assessments: online test & an interview.

Furthermore, we need:

1. Copy of your passport
2. Resume, motivation letter & CV
3. High school diploma and/or other education
4. Transcript of high school grades and/or other education
5. Certificate proofing English proficiency (IELTS 6.0> / Cambridge B2> or equivalent.)
PRACTICALITIES
TUITION
Bachelor of Science

EU/EEA APPLICANTS The tuition fee for at Unknown University of Applied Sciences is €14.200 for applicants before 31st of January, 2025. After that, fee increases to €15.000. We offer a rebate for EU/NL students of € 700 if the tuition fee is paid in full in a one-time installment.

NON-EU/EEA APPLICANTS The tuition fee at Unknown University of Applied Science is €14.200 for applicants before 31st of January, 2025. After that, fee increases to €15.000. To support our students in their transition to a new country, Unknown University of Applied Sciences arranges the VISA applications. Due to VISA application costs, no rebates are available.

DEADLINE
EU/EEU/SWISS: 15th of August
Non-European: 1st of June

Late applications can be accepted depending on personal circumstances. Please contact us before applying after the deadline
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
For Bachelor

IELTS: Academic with minimum Overall Band Score of 6

Cambridge: B2 First (General and higher education) or B2 Business Vantage with a score equal or above 169

TOEFL: iBT with a score of min 60

For Pre-Master and Master

IELTS: Academic – minimum Overall Band Score of 6.5

Cambridge: B2 First (General and higher education) or B2 Business Vantage with a score equal or above 176

TOEFL: iBT with a score of min 79

There are certain exemptions, please contact us for specific questions.

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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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