Summary
The extracurricular programme amounts to 30 credits on top of the regular bachelor programme.
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The BSc Honours Programme is uniquely designed for capable students who aspire to go the extra mile. The extracurricular programme amounts to 30 credits on top of the regular bachelor programme.
Why join the BSc Honours Programme?
Are you a first year BSc student who is highly motivated, creative, and curious? Do you manage your workload well and have a broad interest in the domain of life sciences? If so, this programme is for you.
An important aim of the BSc Honours Programme is to support students in their endeavour to engage in positive academic and societal impact. In this programme you will learn by doing—participating in excursions, projects, workshops, summer schools (i.e. NAHSS) and various extracurricular activities.
This is an environment where you are encouraged to experiment with new ideas and ultimately collaborate across cultural, professional, and personal boundaries.
How is the programme structured?
The WUR Honours Programme starts in BSc year one and continues until year three. As an Honours student, you get the chance to work in an interdisciplinary team, carry out research, experience a summer school, study abroad, and identify your authentic leadership style. You'll also be able to engage with inspiring scientists and policy makers as well as experts from NGO’s and businesses.
For an overview of the main elements composing the 3 year Honours Programme please refer to the image (right) and for more information on these components we have provided a breif description of on this page (below).
How do you join the BSc Honours Programme?
Information meetings will take place on:
- Thursday 12 February 2026 in Orion C1040
- Monday 16 February 2026 in Orion C3033
- Thursday 19 February 2026 in Orion C2030
All meetings are from 13h00-13h50.
BSc Honours Programme information meetings
If you are interested in joining the programme please apply for the Honours Programme Orientation Course by 23 February 2026.
You can download the full application instructions here.
Contact us
Can't find the answer to your question about the BSc Honours programme on this page? Feel free to email us at: honours@wur.nl.