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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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 | General Training | February 12, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| January 30, 2026 | Academic | February 12, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| February 27, 2026 | Academic | March 12, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| February 27, 2026 | General Training | March 12, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| March 19, 2026 | General Training | April 01, 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 24, 2026 | General Training | February 06, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | Academic | February 06, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| February 21, 2026 | Academic | March 06, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| February 21, 2026 | General Training | March 06, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| March 21, 2026 | Academic | April 03, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS |
British Council - British Language Training Centre
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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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.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 07, 2026 | UKVI Academic | March 20, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| March 07, 2026 | UKVI General Training | March 20, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| May 28, 2026 | UKVI General Training | June 10, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| May 28, 2026 | UKVI Academic | June 10, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| June 25, 2026 | UKVI Academic | July 08, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS |
British Language Training Centre - BLTC Amsterdam
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | General Training | January 30, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | Academic | January 30, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| January 21, 2026 | Academic | February 03, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| January 21, 2026 | General Training | February 03, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| January 23, 2026 | General Training | February 05, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 07, 2026 | UKVI General Training | February 20, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| February 07, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 20, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| March 07, 2026 | UKVI Academic | March 20, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| March 07, 2026 | UKVI General Training | March 20, 2026 | EUR 305 DETAILS | |
| April 02, 2026 | UKVI General Training | April 15, 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 31, 2026 | General Training | February 13, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| January 31, 2026 | Academic | February 13, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| February 28, 2026 | Academic | March 13, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| February 28, 2026 | General Training | March 13, 2026 | EUR 283 DETAILS | |
| March 28, 2026 | Academic | April 10, 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.
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