Nuffic Glossary
The Nuffic Glossary is a list with explanations of terms used in Dutch education.
ECTS
European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (also abbreviated as EC in the Netherlands)
Sometimes referred to as European Credit Transfer System. The EU introduced this standardised system for measuring study load as a way to facilitate international mobility. The Netherlands adopted ECTS officially in 2002. One ECTS credit represents 28 hours of full-time study, and 60 credits represent one year.