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Circus and Performance Art

Circus and Performance Art

Requirements and application

Read more about the requirements to join the Fontys bachelor Circus. This page provides you with details on eligibility, the application process, and necessary documentation to become part of our dynamic programme.

Admission requirements

CM

Admissible

EM

Admissible

NG

Admissible

NT

Admissible

CM

Admissible

EM

Admissible

NG

Admissible

NT

Admissible

Mbo diploma (level 4)

Admissible

For all programmes conducted in English Fontys Academy of the Arts has set minimum language requirements.To prove that you meet these requirements you will be asked to send one of the English language certificates.

Would you like to start with Circus and Performance Art and you don't have the right diploma, but you are 17 years or older? Then you can take a 21+ assessment test. This will allow us to see if you can still start this programme.

Audition

To join this programme, you must first do an audition. Please read the guidelines for the pre-selection carefully. We are looking for passionate individuals or partners who love circus and performance art. You should have technical skills and a strong desire to grow and excel.

Register via Studielink. You can do this from 1 October onwards. From 1 November onwards, you will receive an email within two working days with a link to your personal admission page (check your spam folder too!). Requirements differ for EU and Non-EU students. Make sure to start in time, as the whole process takes a couple of days!

Please note: you can register in Studielink until 1 April 2026 at the latest.

You will get an assignment, consisting of two videos, to upload before April 6th 2026. These videos help you stand out and secure your spot. Only selected candidates will advance to the live audition. Please read the video guidelines for the pre-selection carefully.

The live audition is in Tilburg from 26 to 28 May 2026. It is important that you attend all three days.

You receive the results quickly, so you won't have to wait in suspense too long.

Tuition fees and other finances

Taking care of your finances is an important part of student life. There are tuition fees, possible scholarships, and (proof of) living expenses to consider.

Wondering how much your tuition will be? Please check out our tuition fee indicator.

Good to know: The Dutch Immigration Service (IND) requires non-EEA students to prove they have access to a certain amount of money per year or semester.

What other costs to keep in mind?

Besides tuition fees, there are more costs such as textbooks, introduction, excursions and a good laptop. Are you planning to move into a student room? Then you will pay rent and other living costs such as gas, water and internet. International students in the Netherlands typically spend €1100,- to €1500,- monthly, covering rent, insurance, food, transport, clothing, and more.

Check on DUO whether you are eligible for study financing or a student public transport pass.

Read all about finances

deadline: April 1

Admission timeline

Wondering what's to come after applying for this programme? Go over the entire admission process.

Circus and Performance Art

Admission timeline

Wondering what's to come after applying for this programme? Check out the entire admission process.

  • Start your orientation

    Have you attended a study orientation event already?

    Take a look at our orientation events
  • Register

    Register for the course via Studielink

    Studielink
  • Admissions assessment

    For this course, you will first complete an assessment. More information can be found under Requirements & application.

    Ga naar Studielink
    Please note: You can only be admitted once you have successfully completed this.
  • Complete your payment

    The tuition fees indicator helps you to determine the tuition rate for your situation.

    Everything about finances
  • Arrange student housing

    Fontys can offer housing for a limited number of international students. Fill in the housing application form before the deadline (June 15).

    More info about housing
  • End of August

    Get to know Fontys and your fellow students during Purple Introduction week.

    Take a look at your introduction programme
  • 31 August 2026

    Start study programme

Study choice events

You can sign up for online and live events throughout the academic year.

Open Day

Wondering if this programme is right for you? Visit our Open Day and find out! Meet students and teachers, learn more about the programme through presentations and take a walk around the campus. Check the full programme and register today!

Open day Circus and Performance Art

Saturday 25 October
10:00 - 16:00 CEST
Zwijsenplein 1, Tilburg

Keep me informed: Open day 18 January 2026

18 January 2026

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