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British Language Training Centre - Space to Create Utrecht
Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
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| September 11, 2026 | General Training | September 24, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| September 11, 2026 | Academic | September 24, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| October 09, 2026 | General Training | October 22, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| October 09, 2026 | Academic | October 22, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| November 06, 2026 | Academic | November 19, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS |
British Language Training Centre - The Den
Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
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| September 26, 2026 | General Training | October 09, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| September 26, 2026 | Academic | October 09, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| October 24, 2026 | Academic | November 06, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| October 24, 2026 | General Training | November 06, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| November 21, 2026 | Academic | December 04, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS |
British Council - British Language Training Centre
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British Council - British Language Training Centre (UKVI test location)
This test centre is specifically authorised by UK Visas and Immigration and offers the UKVI exam. Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
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British Language Training Centre - BLTC Amsterdam
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British Language Training Centre - BLTC Amsterdam (UKVI test location)
This test centre is specifically authorised by UK Visas and Immigration and offers the UKVI exam. Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
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| September 10, 2026 | UKVI Academic | September 23, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| September 10, 2026 | UKVI General Training | September 23, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| October 15, 2026 | UKVI General Training | October 28, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| October 15, 2026 | UKVI Academic | October 28, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| November 12, 2026 | UKVI General Training | November 25, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS |
British Language Training Centre - Bilderberg Grand Hotel Wientjes
Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
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| September 12, 2026 | Academic | September 25, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| September 12, 2026 | General Training | September 25, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| October 10, 2026 | General Training | October 23, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| October 10, 2026 | Academic | October 23, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| November 07, 2026 | General Training | November 20, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS |
About Netherlands
There is one British Council test centre in Netherlands' capital Amsterdam. Besides the capital, there are several other IELTS test centres across the country.
IELTS data
Several universities in Netherlands require IELTS as proof of English proficiency to enrol in an English-taught programme
- Lowest IELTS score required: 5.5
- Highest IELTS score required: 8.0
- Average IELTS score required: 6.5
- Number of universities accepting IELTS: 184
- Number of studies accepting IELTS: 1567
Background of Netherlands
Students choose to pursue degrees in the Netherlands for multiple reasons, including the Dutch people's easy-going nature and strong English proficiency. This, combined with a relaxed, student-focused teaching style, makes the Netherlands a top European study destination. Its unique culture and central European location provide easy access to neighboring countries.
Numerous English-taught programs and native English-speaking teachers make studying here highly appealing. The Netherlands is particularly renowned for programs related to Water Resource Management, and it's also a leading choice for Engineering and Tech degrees. Students need to prove language skills for their chosen program; for Dutch, the TUL or NT2-II diploma is required, while for English, TOEFL, IELTS, or C1 Advanced are accepted. Some universities may also offer internal language tests.
English requirements in Netherlands
To study in English at one of the universities in Netherlands you may need proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to prove your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1,000 test locations and being accepted by more than 11,500 organisations worldwide.
4 most popular study destinations for students in Netherlands
1. United Kingdom
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2. Germany
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