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Bert van der Zwaan (1952) is the chair of the Board of Trustees and also a member of its Remuneration Committee. Bert was the Rector Magnificus of Utrecht University from 2011 to 2018, when he was awarded emeritus status. Previously, he studied Geology at VU University Amsterdam, gained a PhD from Utrecht University and was appointed professor of Biogeology at Radboud University in Nijmegen in 1991.

Working for Nuffic means working in an inspiring environment where government policy is put into practice. The atmosphere is informal and inclusive. At the same time, you will be challenged to get the best out of yourself and to develop further.

As the Dutch ENIC-NARIC, our task is to uphold and implement the Lisbon Recognition Convention in the Dutch context. The ENIC-NARIC network is the main international platform for the recognition of foreign diplomas.

Opportunities for Dutch providers to customise a training for representatives of the same or different local organisations in the Middle East and North Africa

Complaints may relate to the way in which Nuffic or its employees have dealt with a matter. The matter to which the complaint relates must have taken place no more than one year ago.

As representative of Dutch higher education in the region, we manage programmes that strengthen international cooperation and capacity building. Funded by the Dutch government and the European Union, these initiatives promote knowledge exchange, partnerships, and sustainable development.

Discover opportunities to grow through knowledge, careers, and regional collaboration. On this page, you’ll find various ways to engage: through programme opportunities, open calls, scholarship applications, or even joining our team. Take the next step and explore where your passion can make an impact.

Netherlands–Southeast Asia Semiconductor Talent Programme 2026: Building Semiconductor Talent Capabilities for Southeast Asia’s Advanced Manufacturing Sector

Our diverse team brings together a wealth of experience, fresh ideas, and a shared commitment to connecting Southeast Asia with Dutch higher education. With a spirit of collaboration and innovation, each member plays a vital role in advancing our mission to foster partnership and the internationalisation of education.

An increasing number of international students are still living in the Netherlands five years after graduation. This is according to our latest research on the so-called stay rate. Researcher Ece Arat: ‘Higher education, industry and policy makers are showing a growing interest in stay rates.’