Fancy taking a minor at Saxion? We have lots to choose from!
Will you be taking a minor next academic year? Then take a look at what’s on offer at Saxion. Read our tips and find the minor that is right for you!
What is a minor?
First, back to basics: a minor is a compulsory six-month elective course worth 30 credits (ECTS). You can think of a minor as giving you the chance to gain new insights and add colour and content to your study. This will be important when you start applying for jobs in the future. It helps you stand out from the crowd and showcase your interests.
At Saxion you can choose from a wide variety of minors. From broadly orientated minors such as general development, or creative problem-solving, to highly specialised minors enabling you to delve deeper into your specialist field. As you can see, there are plenty options to choose from!
When do you take a minor?
You normally take a minor in your third or fourth year of study. Before you can start a minor, you must have passed your first year examination. If there are specific entry requirements for your minor, then you need to be able to demonstrate that you meet them. Minors always start in September (term 1-2) or in February (term 3-4). During these six months you work full-time on your minor, as you would do for an internship.
Which minors are available at Saxion?
Take a look at our complete range of minors here. There is not only information about the more than 100 Saxion minors on offer, but also contact details and who to contact. So you can directly contact the right person for further questions and information. Very handy!
Need help choosing a minor?
Maybe you can’t make up your mind, or you can’t decide between two different minors? Read our tips on choosing a minor here (in Dutch).
Student at another applied university? That’s no problem!
Do you study at another applied university? More than 90 Saxion minors are also available to students from outside Saxion. Take a look here and see at a glance whether you can take your chosen minor.
Enrolment starts on 13 March
Enrolment starts for minors beginning in September 2023, on Monday, 13 March 19:00. Enrolment for your Saxion minor closes on 26 May 2023. You can read how enrolment works at saxion.nl/minoren (in Dutch).
Make up your minor and do yours at Saxion!