You dream of a job in international business and are interested in human behavior? Unlock the secrets to success in the workplace. Discover how to foster productivity, creativity, and innovation at any organisation.
Bachelor of Science Business Psychology
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- On-Campus
- 240 ECTS
- from 9.250 € / Year
- English
- Summer and Winter Semester
What you will learn
Become tomorrow’s business psychologist
Gain a strong knowledge and understanding of human resource management, marketing, change management processes and the ability to complement digitalization with people-centered and individualized approaches
You will be trained in overall business competencies and in selected specific areas psychology relevant to operate in a business environment. The study covers business-related modules including Entrepreneurship, Organizational Development, Digital Marketing, Strategic Management & Leadership, Intercultural Management, Operations and Information Management, Innovation Management, Finance and Law.
Psychology domains cover:
- ORGANISATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
human behaviour & interactions between people in the workplace - COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY
how people think, memory, perception, problem solving - SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
how individual or group behaviour is influenced by others - PERSONAL PSYCHOLOGY
individual differences in characteristic patterns of thinking and feeling - RESEARCH METHODS
qualitative & quantitative methods - ETHICS
diversity, inequality & the triple bottom

Our innovative approach that pays off
With the completion of your studies you have what it takes to become an entrepreneur, consultant, specialist or executive in companies and not-for-profit organizations in areas such as:
- PERSONNEL SELECTION
recruitment - HUMAN RESOURCES
training, retention and development - BUSINESS COUNSELLING
of small or large businesses for success - PROFESSIONAL COACHING
providing guidance in personal development - DIVERSITY MANAGEMENT
intercultural inclusiveness at the workplace - ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
improvement of structures, strategies & processes - CHANGE MANAGEMENT
systematic transformation of businesses - MARKETING AND BEHAVIOURAL RESEARCH
examination of individual or social behaviour

Be a student for a day! Join us and experience SRH Haarlem in real life.
Choosing the right university is a big decision, and we want to make it easier for you! At our Trial Day, you’ll go beyond the Open Day and experience what it’s really like to study at SRH Haarlem.
- Join a real class and get a feel for our interactive learning style
- Meet your future classmates and connect with current students
- Get a student buddy to guide you and answer all your questions
- Experience our campus and see if SRH Haarlem is the right fit for you
Feeling unsure? That’s exactly why the Trial Day exists! Come see for yourself—sign up today and take the next step toward your future.

Our brochure contains all key information regarding our programmes, our campus, living and studying in the Netherlands as well as the student accommodation on campus.

Great leaders do not rely on technique - they are successful because they are able to understand people, their needs, values and emotions. A degree in Business Psychology will equip you for successfully navigating the challenges of our global world.
Curriculum
Year 1
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Project Management & Team Work
7 -
Effective Entrepreneurship & Personal Development
7 -
Social & Intercultural Business
7 -
Introduction to Business Psychology
7 -
Global Challenges and Skills
2 -
Statistics and Data Analysis
7 -
Applied Research Methods
7 -
Operations & Information Management
7 -
Cognitive Psychology of Learning & Motivation
7 -
Entrepreneurship I
2
Year 2
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Personality Psychology: Understanding Differences Between People
7 -
Integrated Management
7 -
Cognitive Psychology of Emotions and Perceptions
7 -
Finance & Accounting for Business
7 -
Entrepreneurship II
2 -
Digital Marketing
2 -
The Individual in the Environment
7 -
Consumer Behaviour
7 -
Emotional, Intercultural & Spiritual Leadership
7 -
Entrepreneurship III
2
Year 3
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Organisational Psychology for Change
7 -
Emotions in the Workplace
7 -
Human Resource Management and Leadership
7 -
Anthropology based Marketing and Advertising
7 -
Entrepreneurship IV
2 -
Personnel Selection and Recruitment
7 -
Business Intelligence
7 -
Personnel Development
7 -
Change Management
7
Year 4
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Study Abroad or Electives
28 -
Internship
20 -
Applied Research Project
14
We help you achieve your goals
Our requirements
Dutch Diplomas:
- We can accept completed HAVO, VWO or MBO-4 diplomas;
- You do not need to submit an English language certificate (e.g., IELTS or TOEFL).
EU Diplomas:
We accept:
- IB Diploma Programme and IB Career-Related Programme graduates
- European Baccalaureate graduates
- A-Levels are not required.
- We recognise most EU secondary school diplomas that give access to higher education in your home country. You don’t need a 12-year diploma, 11 years of education is enough (equivalent to Dutch HAVO level)
- In most cases, you will need to submit proof of English proficiency, unless your diploma is listed as exempt in this document.
Non-EU diplomas:
We accept:
- B Diploma Programme and IB Career-Related Programme graduates
- European Baccalaureate graduates
- We recognise most high school diplomas that allow entry into higher education in your country, in some cases with at least 11 years of schooling. Our admissions team will evaluate your diploma.
- You will usually need to submit an English language certificate, unless you come from an English-speaking country.
English Language Requirements for Bachelor of Science Applicants
- If required, you must submit one of the following minimum scores:
- IELTS: 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 61
- TOEIC: Between 605 – 780
- We do not accept other certificates.
Exemptions
You do not need to submit proof of English if:
- You are a native speaker (based on nationality and passport)
- You hold a German Abitur diploma
- You hold a Dutch HAVO (or higher) diploma
- You studied at an IB school (except in Bangladesh, Nepal, or Pakistan)
- Your diploma clearly states you achieved a B2 level in English
- Your previous education was fully taught in English (except in Bangladesh, Nepal, or Pakistan)
These exemptions are based on government guidelines and our own research into student success. If there is any uncertainty, we may request additional documentation.

Your tuition fees
Prices for September 2025 and February 2026
Citizenship | EU/EAA (incl. Switzerland and Western Balkans)*
EUR 9250/year* (8 semesters)
*As a response to the events in Ukraine, we would like to inform our Ukrainian students and applicants that we are lowering the tuition fees for Ukrainian nationals to EUR 9250/year* (8 semesters). This is equal to the tuition fees for EU nationals under scholarship.
Citizenship | Non- EU/EAA**
EUR 14000/year* (8 semesters)
*Non-EU students are required to pay the whole amount of their first year's tuition fee before we apply for their VISA.
*An additional Visa application fee of EUR 450 (non-EU/EEA) is to be paid once at the start of the program.
HOW TO FINANCE YOUR STUDIES?
As a student from the European Union, pursuing your studies in the Netherlands, you have access to numerous advantageous opportunities and financial assistance programs like funding or scholarships. Below we explore options for both students from the EU/EEA and International students.
Application process and deadlines
The application deadline for the February intake will be:
- November 15th, for Non-EU/EAA citizens
- January 31st, for EU/EAA citizens.
The application deadline for the September intake will be:
- June 15th, for Non-EU/EAA citizens
- August 31st, for EU/EAA citizens.
- Apply online and upload a copy of your Passport, Previous Education Diplomas, English Language Certificate, and Motivation Letter
- We will then invite you to a selection interview
- If the interview is successful you will receive a “Study Offer Letter”
- You then need to sign the Study Offer Letter and upload it to our application portal
- We will send you the required invoices (tuition fees and any other necessary fees). You have to pay the amounts on the designated dates
- We will apply for your visa if applicable
- Join us at Haarlem Campus and get the journey started!

Accredited Bachelor Program
All programmes offered by SRH Haarlem University of Applied Sciences are accredited by the NVAO.
The Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO) has been established by the Dutch and Flemish governments as an independent accreditation body. NVAO operates on both a binational and international level. The NVAO conclusions underpin the recognition of higher education programmes and ensure that students receive worthy degrees.

Prepare yourself to be able to oversee inclusive, sustainable human resource processes, support more strategic change management operations, and add data analysis to marketing and customer services.
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