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Netherlands — MBO and BBL
A guide to Dutch secondary vocational education. In the BBL pathway, a substantial part of practical learning takes place at work.
Key information
- Provider
- Recognised MBO institutions and learning companies
- Country
- Netherlands
- Duration
- Level and programme specific
- Format
- School-based / work-based
- Language
- Dutch
- Language and level
- Programme-specific
- Tuition/cost
- Age, route and institution specific
- Deadline
- Not published by the official source
Your eligibility
The provider makes the final decision. Verify each item below separately.
Education/status
Required prior education varies by occupation and provider.
Language and level
Verify the teaching/work language and required level in the specific listing.
Citizenship
Study and work rights depend on citizenship and residence status; verify with the competent authority.
Annual budget (€)
Pay or funding is not guaranteed for every route; verify the contract and all costs separately.
This is a requirements aid, not an admission guarantee.
What do I need?
- Choose MBO level and BOL/BBL route
- Check diploma equivalence
- Meet the Dutch requirement
- For BBL, find a recognised learning workplace
Documents
- Identity/travel document
- Proof of prior education
- Language evidence if required by the provider
- CV and motivation letter if requested
What it offers
- Practical vocational qualification
- Workplace learning in BBL
- Progression routes
What should I do next?
- Open the official source and verify the current conditions.
- Compare your education, language, citizenship/residence and budget.
- Prepare only the documents requested by the official application.
- Apply through the official link and retain confirmation.
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Information can change. Always recheck the official source before applying.