Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Become an entrepreneur by being one.
Combining Entrepreneurship and Studying: We know it’s possible.
Does your heart beat faster at the thought of your own business?
We know the feeling. Studying for 4 years can feel like an eternity: especially when all you really want is to build your own thing.
Imagine a future where you don’t just graduate with a diploma, but with a thriving business already under your belt. Imagine launching that idea while you study—testing, failing, learning, growing. After 4 years, you’re not just prepared for the future; you’re living it.
Founders fix the future
Why choose Unknown University
- Launch your business from day one: while you study.
- Real entrepreneurs as teachers: not just professors.
- Modules that help your business grow.
- Access to a global network of founders and investors.
- Pitch, test, launch: because business doesn’t wait.
The hague / DEN HAAG
Impression of the location
You step into a place that breathes entrepreneurship. As a student, you walk among the owners of startups and scale-ups. They are present every day, working on their businesses. You attend your classes here, have lunch with other entrepreneurs, and then head to the Incubator to work on your own business.
Our program
Over a course of four years at Unknown University of Applied Sciences, you'll attend weekly workshops, receive personalized coaching, and team mentoring for your business projects. Apply these lessons immediately to your business. Here’s an overview of your yearly courses.
Year 1: Foundations
Build your entrepreneurial mindset and learn the fundamentals of innovation.
Demonstrate a clear business concept and evidence of initial customer validation.
Deeper alignment between your personal values and the problem you aim to solve; developed business ideas that authentically reflect you as a founder.
Develop a clear understanding of how your personal drivers and values translate into meaningful, impact-oriented entrepreneurial opportunities.
Develop the ability to analyse emerging trends and societal shifts to anticipate change and identify future opportunities for your business.
Establish a sound financial and legal foundation for your venture by setting up basic bookkeeping systems, managing cash flow and taxes, and identifying common legal risks for founders.
Apply entrepreneurial research methods to collect, analyse, and interpret data that supports evidence-based business decisions and strategic innovation.
Demonstrate ability to collect, analyze, and validate customer insights to inform evidence-based business decisions.
Demonstrate ability to apply design thinking processes to develop innovative, human-centered solutions for complex business challenges.
Year 2: Building
Develop practical skills to build and validate your business concepts.
Validate riskiest assumptions through experiments and produce a market-ready solution prototype supported by evidence.
Demonstrate resilience and personal effectiveness by managing stress, maintaining focus, and adapting productively in uncertain situations.
Design and validate innovative business models that strengthen product–market fit and enhance your venture’s long-term viability.
Create a strategic and emotionally resonant brand identity, captured in a professional brand book that aligns with your business purpose and audience.
Develop and apply financial models to forecast growth, assess profitability, and support data-driven strategic decisions for your business.
Design and test pricing strategies using lean experimentation techniques to determine optimal value propositions and revenue models.
Be equipped to evaluate emerging technologies and leverage them strategically to enhance your business model and operations.
Be equipped to design, execute, and optimize data-driven growth experiments that enhance customer acquisition, engagement, and retention.
Year 3: Scaling
Master the art of growing your venture and securing investment.
Demonstrate practical sales skills to acquire and convert customers, increasing traction for an early-stage venture.
Apply stakeholder management tools and strategies to collaborate effectively and increase your impact as a founder within complex or corporate contexts.
Design and prototype service innovations that create integrated, valuable, and meaningful experiences for users and businesses alike.
Understand the strategic, operational, and leadership requirements for sustainably scaling a startup into a high-growth business.
Demonstrate cultural intelligence and effective communication skills for collaborating across diverse teams, building trust, and leading inclusively in international business contexts.
Deliver a compelling, evidence-based pitch that effectively communicates your business proposition to investors, partners, and stakeholders.
Demonstrate ability to prepare key financial documents, craft persuasive pitch materials, and secure investment for your venture.
Demonstrate ability to assess emerging technologies, anticipate market impacts, and apply technical insights to strategic business decisions.
Year 4: Leadership
Become a confident leader ready to take on global entrepreneurial challenges.
Apply leadership and team-building strategies, demonstrating self-awareness, adaptive leadership style, and practical actions to improve team performance.
Apply systems-thinking approaches to analyse complex challenges, identify leverage points, and propose informed interventions for positive impact.
Apply behavioural economics and psychology principles to design solutions that effectively influence customer decisions and drive engagement.
Develop the skills and judgment needed to recruit effectively, manage team dynamics, and navigate challenging HR decisions as a founder.
Analyse and compare international markets to develop a strategic plan for scaling your business beyond domestic boundaries.
Demonstrate strategic readiness for your next entrepreneurial phase by reflecting on personal growth, validating your business foundations, and outlining a plan for sustainable scaling.
Graduation product relevant for your business
Study schedule
Build your business while you study.
Our program is designed for real founders. You’ll graduate with more than just a degree—you’ll graduate with a business that’s already making an impact.
Entry requirements
(DUTCH) HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
If you hold a Dutch HAVO or VWO diploma, you are directly admissible to our Bachelor of Science program, regardless of your study profile.
What we need from you:
- Copy of your passport
- Motivation letter & CV/resume
- High school diploma and/or other education
- Transcript of grades
Dutch HAVO or VWO graduates are exempt from English tests.
👉 If this applies to you, take the next step and apply for the Bachelor of Science through our application form.
Students with a high school diploma are admissible to our Bachelor of Science program.
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
If you have completed a high school diploma abroad, you are often admissible if your diploma qualifies you for higher education in your home country. Because international diplomas vary, we manually check if yours meets our requirements.
Would you like clarity before applying?
👉 You can book a Discovery Call with our admissions team, and we’ll check your diploma together.
What we need from you:
- Copy of your passport
- Motivation letter & CV/resume
- High school diploma and/or other education
- Transcript of grades
English proficiency requirements for Bachelor applicants:
- IELTS: Academic, minimum overall band score of 6.0
- Cambridge: B2 First (General or Business Vantage) with a score ≥ 169
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 60
Some international diplomas qualify for an exemption on English proficiency — contact us to find out.
👉 If you feel you already meet the requirements, take the next step and apply now for the Bachelor of Science
DUTCH MBO STUDENTS – LEVEL 4 (BUSINESS-RELATED)
If you hold a Dutch MBO 4 diploma in a business-related field, you are directly admissible to the program.
What we need from you:
- Copy of your passport
- Motivation letter & CV/resume
- MBO diploma and transcripts
- High school diploma and/or other education (if available)
- Transcript of grades
- Proof of English proficiency
👉 If this applies to you, take the next step and apply for the Bachelor of Science.
TUITION FEE & APPLICATION DEADLINES
EU / NL Students
- €15,000 per year
- Monthly installments available via direct debit
Non-EU Students
- €15,000 per year
- Upfront payment required due to the visa application process
- Additional visa costs: €700
Application Deadlines
Our Bachelor of Science program starts once a year in the first week of September.
We do not have a fixed application deadline, but class capacity is limited.
👉 We strongly advise applying early to secure your spot.
Late applications may be considered depending on availability. For questions, please contact: university@unknowngroup.com
Early Bird Offer
Apply before 31 January and pay a reduced tuition fee of €14,200.
Need More Information?
Have specific questions about your situation?
👉 Schedule a call with our student advisor.
BACHELOR STUDENTS AT OTHER UNIVERSITIES
If you are currently studying at another Dutch or international university, it is often possible to transfer into our Bachelor of Science in Innovation & Entrepreneurship.
If your current program is business-related, some of your study points (ECTS) may be transferred. This could shorten the duration of your studies at Unknown University.
How the transfer process works
- Contact our admissions team to discuss your situation.
- Send us your curriculum and module guides from your current program. Based on this, we can give you an initial indication of which modules or credits may be transferred.
- Apply to Unknown University.
- Once admitted, you provide your official transcripts from your current university
- Our exam board reviews your transcripts and approves any exemptions.
- Together with you, we create a personalized study schedule.
If you are unsure whether your credits can be transferred, don’t hesitate to reach out. Sharing your current university and program is the first step.
👉 Interested in transferring? Contact our admissions team and we’ll guide you through the process.
21+ STUDENTS / OTHER SITUATIONS
If you are over 21 and do not have a high school diploma, you can still join our Bachelor of Science in Innovation & Entrepreneurship by passing our 21+ test.
The 21+ admission process includes:
- An online test
- An interview
What we need from you:
- Copy of your passport
- Motivation letter & CV/resume
- Any diploma(s) you may have obtained
- Transcript of grades (if available)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS 6.0+, Cambridge B2+, or equivalent)
👉 If this applies to you, the next step is to book a Discovery Call to discuss the 21+ test and start your application process.
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
English proficiency requirements for Bachelor applicants:
- IELTS: Academic, minimum overall band score of 6.0
- Cambridge: B2 First (General or Business Vantage) with a score ≥ 169
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 60
Some international diplomas qualify for an exemption on English proficiency — contact us to find out.
👉 If you feel you already meet the requirements, take the next step and apply now for the Bachelor of Science
VISA APPLICATION
To support our students in their transition to the Netherlands, Unknown University of Applied Sciences arranges the study visa for those who need one.
We will start the visa application procedure once:
- You have been unconditionally admitted, and
- The first year’s tuition fees have been paid.
Get to know the city
Living in The Hague
Chances are you’re not from The Hague in the Netherlands. Borders don’t limit your ambition, and we understand that. But it’s important to have a comfortable place to live during your time at Unknown. We have various housing options available and will help wherever we can to find the right place for you to stay.
Teachers Founders / Specialists
Christiaan Maats
Founder OAT Shoes
Founder of the world’s first biodegradable shoes that bloom teaches how to create a better world, from person to brand to product.
Noor Figdor
Founder Feelou
Validation expert and founder of Feelou, an innovative pregnancy bra.
Rutger Planken
Director Europe 365RetailMarkets
A true intrapreneur as a former global director eCommerce at Unilever and currently rolling out a US-based retail concept in Europe.
Jan Saan
CTO CM.com
Jan stood at the foundation of building CM.com as CTO into europe’s largest communication and payment platforms. A true master of scaling.
Meet our students
Our students say they really appreciate meeting fellow students and entrepreneurs with whom they can connect. It’s great to work with like-minded people.
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Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Become an entrepreneur by being one.
Combining Entrepreneurship and Studying: We know it’s possible. The program starts on 1st of September 2026.