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Do you want to start the Bachelor’s in Psychology at the University of Twente? There are two tracks to choose from: the Dutch track, where matching is compulsory, and the fully English track, which has a numerus fixus (a limited number of places). Each track has its own application deadlines and procedures.

Choose the track that suits you below to go directly to the relevant information:

• Apply for the English track\ Numerus Fixus: deadline 15 January 2026
• Apply for the Dutch track\ Mandatory matching: deadline 30 April 2026

Apply for the English track

Do you want to start the English track of Psychology in September 2026? Make sure you apply via Studielink by 15 January 2026, because applications after this date will not be accepted. This track has a numerus fixus, which means there are only 250 places available, so you will need to take part in a selection procedure.

Application steps for numerus fixus track:

1. Apply via Studielink application

Period: 1 October 2025 - 15 January 2026 (23:59 CET).After 15 January, you can no longer apply.

How to apply:

• Go to Studielink and apply for the Bachelor’s in Psychology at the University of Twente.
• Check beforehand whether you meet the admission requirements.
• You can apply for a maximum of two numerus fixus programmes per academic year in the Netherlands.

Useful tips:

• Use the Studielink step-by-step guide for numerus fixus programmes.

• Check your inbox and spam folder regularly after applying to avoid missing important information about your admission.

• Complete your application in OSIRIS

Deadline: 15 January 2026

After submitting your application in Studielink, you’ll receive an email from us with a link to OSIRIS. This is where you upload your additional documents.

Important:

• Your application is only complete once you’ve filled in everything in OSIRIS.
• If you hold an international diploma, we strongly recommend completing this process by 30 November 2025.

• Keep an eye on your inbox for updates and additional requests!

• Selection procedure

Period: February - March 2026

Once you’ve applied on time and received (conditional) admission, in the first week of February you will be invited to take part in our selection procedure. The results will help both you and us assess whether this programme is a good fit for you, and determine your ranking number.

The selection consists of three parts:

What to expect:

• Matching assignment (20%)\ Assignment tot evaluate your fit with the study programme in Psychology and with the unique profile as offered at the University of Twente.
• Psychology test (40%)\ You will read study materials and complete an online open-book test to evaluate your skills to learn the scientific psychology literature.
• Methods & Statistics test (40%)\ This test focuses on (research) methods and statistics. You will read study materials to prepare yourself for the online open-book test.

Good to know:

• All components are online and should be completed independently in a quiet environment.
• The tests can be taken between 9:00 and 21:00 CET and the maximum duration is about 1,5 hours in total.
• You will receive access to all the materials necessary in the first week of February.
• All materials are in English.
• The selection content reflects the programme. Grading is anonymous and follows strict guidelines.

• You receive a ranking number only when you participate in all three activities.

• Ranking number & accepting your offer

Ranking numbers published: 15 April 2026

Based on your results, you will receive a ranking number in Studielink on 15 April.

Important: If you receive an offer but don’t accept it in time, your place will automatically be cancelled.

Accepting an offer for a place in the programme after your participation in the selection procedure does not mean you have met all admission requirements and finalised your enrolment. Make sure to have completed all steps in the admission and enrolment procedure in time in order to fulfil all the formal requirements.

1. Final enrolment: when are you officially enrolled?

You are officially enrolled only when:

• You have accepted your placement offer in Studielink
• You meet the admission requirements
• You have completed all steps in OSIRIS
• You have fulfilled all UT enrolment requirements (such as paying tuition and submitting required documents). You can find an overview of all requirements and deadlines here: Bachelor application deadlines & requirements

You will receive emails from the UT student administration. Follow all instructions carefully to finalise your enrolment before the start of the academic year.

Key Dates numerus fixus track

Note: If you have not been offered a place by 15 August 2026, you will unfortunately not be able to start the Psychology programme at UT in September 2026. You may participate in the selection up to three times. If your application remains active after 15 January, it will count as one attempt.

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Apply for the Dutch track

Do you want to start the Dutch track of Psychology in September 2026? Make sure you apply via Studielink by 30 April 2026 and upload all the required documents. Since 1 October 2025, this track has a mandatory matching procedure instead of a numerus fixus. We think it is important that you choose a programme that really suits you. During the matching activities, you will explore whether the programme fits your expectations, interests, and talents. Participation is mandatory: if you don’t take part, you cannot enrol and will not be able to start the programme.

Steps for mandatory matching procedure:

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1. Apply via Studielink

Period: 1 October 2025 – 30 April 2026 (23:59 CET).After 30 April, you can no longer apply.

How to apply:

• Go to Studielink and apply for the Bachelor’s in Psychology at the University of Twente.
• Check beforehand whether you meet the admission requirements.

Useful tips:

• Check your inbox and spam folder regularly after you apply so you do not miss important information about your admission.

• Please keep in mind that completing the application process in Studielink and OSIRIS takes time. So make sure you start your pre-application well before the date of the matching event you prefer.

• Complete your application in OSIRIS

Deadline: 30 April 2026

After submitting your application in Studielink, you’ll receive an email from us with a link to OSIRIS. This is where you upload your additional documents.

Important:

• Your application is only complete once you’ve filled in everything in OSIRIS.
• Keep an eye on your inbox for updates and additional requests!
• After completing your application, our central administration will notify you whether you have been conditionally admitted and can proceed to the next step: the mandatory matching procedure.

• Please note that completing the application procedure in Studielink and OSIRIS takes time. Therefore, start your application well in advance of the date of your preferred matching event (see point 3).

• Mandatory matching procedure

The mandatory matching procedure consists of two parts: a questionnaire and a matching activity. This helps you find out whether Psychology is the right programme for you and whether your expectations match what we offer.

1. Questionnaire\ Beforehand, you complete an online questionnaire about your motivation and expectations. This helps you think carefully about why you have chosen Psychology. In the questionnaire, you also select a date for your matching activity.

2. Matching activity\ The matching activity takes place on campus and lasts an afternoon. You will meet teachers and future fellow students, get a feel for the atmosphere, and learn more about the programme. We will also discuss (anonymously) the expectations students have. After your application, you will receive more information and preparation materials by email, so make sure you register on time.

You can register for one of the following dates:

Advice\ Shortly after taking part in the matching procedure (questionnaire + matching activity), you will receive advice from us about your match with the programme. This advice is non-binding, which means you decide for yourself whether to continue your application, regardless of whether the advice is positive or negative.

Timeline\ You have completed the mandatory matching procedure when you have:

1. completed and submitted the questionnaire,
2. actively taken part in a matching activity, and

3. received our advice.

4. Finalise application

After receiving the non-binding advice, you can complete your enrolment. To do so, you must upload the required documents (as described in our admission requirements) before the specified deadlines.

You are officially enrolled only when:

• You received the non-binding advice following the matching procedure
• You meet the admission requirements
• You have completed all steps in OSIRIS
• You have fulfilled all UT enrolment requirements (such as paying tuition and submitting required documents). You can find an overview of all requirements and deadlines here: Bachelor application deadlines & requirements

You will receive emails from the UT student administration. Follow all instructions carefully to finalise your enrolment before the start of the academic year.

Start your application via Studielink

Apply now