Binding Recommendation for continuation of studies

At the end of the first year of your bachelor's program at TU/e, you will receive a binding recommendation on the continuation of studies (bsa). With the bsa, we indicate whether there is a good match between you and your program and whether we consider you capable of successfully completing your studies within a reasonable period of time. In the first year of your bachelor's program, you must obtain at least 45 of the 60 credits.

In the 2022/2023 academic year (and before), some programs required you to have completed credits for some specific courses. That no longer applies.

If you obtain 45 or more credits, you will receive a positive recommendation on continuation of studies. We then assume that under normal circumstances you will be able to successfully complete your program within a reasonable period of time. If you earn less than 45 credits, you will receive a negative bsa. In this case, you will not be able to enroll in the same program for the next three years.

The bsa is determined by the examination committee of your program.

The academic year has four quartiles. After Q2 you will receive a pre-recommendation, a preliminary study advice. This recommendation is not binding, but gives a confirmation of study success or a first warning in case of insufficient study progress.

Are you experiencing study delays due to extenuating personal circumstances? Please contact your academic advisor within 20 working days after the start of these circumstances. Someone may also contact the academic advisor on your behalf. An examination committee can only take your personal circumstances into account when issuing the bsa if you meet the following requirements: your personal circumstances have been timely reported to the academic advisor; after a referral you have made an appointment with the student counselor on time; you have submitted a request for postponement of the bsa to the examination committee, and you have submitted documentary evidence of your circumstances to the Central Committee on Extenuating Personal Circumstances.

If you are facing personal circumstances that make studying difficult, we can help you get the best out of yourself and your studies. Make an appointment with your academic advisor and discuss your situation. The academic advisor will help you find solutions and can refer you to the student counselor.

Want to know more? Contact ESA (Education and Student Affairs) at +31 40 - 247 4747 or via the contact form below.