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Most full-time bachelor’s study programs in Europe take 3 or 4 years to complete . Most study programs involve lectures and classes, with assessments through essays, exams and coursework. Many also involve a period of time working in industry or working on industry-related projects. University application deadlines vary across countries and they sometimes depend on whether you need a student visa. To start studying in autumn, applications might close as early as January (Sweden or Finland) up until as late as July (Germany) or even August/September (Austria or Poland).

Many colleges in Europe do not require standardized tests. Many countries see entry into universities as a right, rather than a privilege, so admission standards are not as stringent.

Some European universities will offer a variety of full degree programs in English. At the University of Amsterdam, for example, you can currently choose an English-taught undergraduate degree in a number of study areas. The proportion of classes taught in English is continuing to increase.

However there are universities in Europe that do not offer any English taught program at undergraduate level, such as ETH Zurich in Switzerland, and will require students to complete a German C1/C2 language certificate (this requirement cannot be fulfilled by taking a German A HL within the IB Diploma). 

Students in Europe often have to decide their major before starting their freshman year. On the one hand, it implies significantly less room for exploration, as the choice of general education courses is relatively scarce. But on the other hand, it means you can focus on your main area of interest right from the start.