KNM: Knowledge of Dutch Society

KNM
9 weeks
30/03/2026
Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht

KNM: Knowledge of Dutch Society

This course supports newcomers in better understanding Dutch society and prepares you for the integration exam. Through interactive lessons, you will work with materials such as the Taal Compleet KNM textbook, newspaper articles, and videos, so you can learn step by step how Dutch society functions.

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KNM Course – Knowledge of Dutch Society

Would you like to be well prepared for the integration exam and gain a better understanding of Dutch society? In this course, you will learn in an interactive way how the Netherlands works – from values and norms to current affairs and culture.

What will you learn?

In 9 lessons, we cover all 10 chapters of the Taal Compleet KNM book. You will read texts, complete assignments in the book and online, and discuss current topics using newspaper articles and videos. The subjects are practical and closely connected to everyday life in the Netherlands.

How do you track your progress?

We closely monitor your progress during the course. At the end, you will take an online mock exam for KNM. This will give you a clear picture of your readiness for the official exam.

Assessment

At the end of the course, you will take an online mock exam. The book assignments and online exercises will also be reviewed and assessed.

Vocabulary

You’ll learn many new words during the lessons. But to really make progress, it’s important to practise outside class as well. Reading Dutch texts, listening to Dutch audio, and watching Dutch videos will help you a lot.

Homework

You will receive homework in the form of online exercises. These help reinforce the material and improve your chances of success in the exam.

With this course, you not only build your language skills, but also develop a strong understanding of Dutch society. It’s a solid step towards integration and active participation in the Netherlands.

Course costs

These fees include the cost of study materials (varies per course).

€ 550

To register

Utrecht, Rotterdam, Online

Admission Requirements

Due to the pace and nature of our courses, previous experience with learning a foreign language is a prerequisite for registration. In most cases, this will be English, but it may also be another foreign language, such as Spanish. We also expect participants to demonstrate sufficient commitment and motivation, as well as respect for commonly accepted norms and values in the Netherlands.

General Terms and Conditions

All our services are subject to the general terms and conditions and the code of conduct of the NRTO.

Course Fees and Discounts

All course fees listed exclude the cost of course materials (varies per course), unless otherwise specified. All course fees are exempt from VAT.

Civic Integration & State Examination
New Civic Integration & State Examination courses start regularly throughout the year, so you never have to wait long to begin. At the end of each course, you can immediately register for the next one, which starts a week later.

Upcoming start dates:
Below is an overview of the start dates for our Civic Integration & State Examination courses:

IntensiveUtrechtRotterdamOnline
20269 February - 20 March
30 March - 18 May
27 May - 6 June
13 July - 21 August
31 August - 9 October
19 October - 27 November
7 December - 29 January
Semi-intensiveUtrechtRotterdamOnline
202610 February - 9 April10 February - 9 April9 February - 13 April
21 april - 30 June21 April - 30 June20 April - 2 July
1 September - 29 October1 September - 29 October31 August - 29 October
10 November - 21 January10 November - 21 January9 November - 21 January
ExtensiveUtrechtRotterdamOnline
202610 February - 10 April
21 April - 30 June
1 September - 30 October
10 November - 21 January

Civic Integration & State Examination
The Civic Integration and State Examination course is offered in Utrecht, Rotterdam, and online. Lesson days and times are fixed and are only changed in exceptional cases.

Schedule:
Below is an overview of the schedule for our Civic Integration and State Examination courses:

UtrechtIntensiveSemi-intensiveExtensive
A109:30-12:00 | Monday, Wednesday and Friday09.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
A209:30-12:00 | Monday, Wednesday and Friday09.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
A2-B109:30-12:00 | Monday, Wednesday and Friday09.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
B1.114.00-16.30 | Monday, Wednesday and Friday09.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
B1.214.00-16.30 | Monday, Wednesday and Friday09.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
B2.114.00-16.30 | Monday, Wednesday and Friday09.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
B2.214.00-16.30 | Monday, Wednesday and Friday09.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
Exam Training B19.30-12.00 | Tuesday and Thursday9.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
Exam Training B29.30-12.00 | Tuesday and Thursday9.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
RotterdamIntensiveSemi-intensiveExtensive
A109.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
A209.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
A2-B109.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday09.30-12.00 uur | Monday, Wednesday and Friday
B1.109.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday09.30-12.00 uur | Monday, Wednesday and Friday
B1.209.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday09.30-12.00 uur | Monday, Wednesday and Friday
B2.113.00-15.30 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
B2.213.00-15.30 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
Exam Training B109.30-12.00 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
Exam Training B213.00-15.30 hrs | Tuesday and Thursday
OnlineIntensiveSemi-intensiveExtensive
A118.30-21.00 hrs | Monday and Thursday
A218.30-21.00 hrs | Monday and Thursday
A2-B118.30-21.00 hrs | Monday and Thursday
B1.118.30-21.00 hrs | Monday and Thursday
B1.218.30-21.00 hrs | Monday and Thursday
B2.118.30-21.00 hrs | Monday and Thursday
B2.218.30-21.00 hrs | Monday and Thursday
Exam Training B118.30-21.00 hrs | Monday and Thursday
Exam Training B218.30-21.00 hrs | Monday and Thursday
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Number of lessons

9

Frequency

1 x per week

Study load

3 hours per week

Duration

9 weeks

Group size

15

Location

Online, Rotterdam, Utrecht

Language

Dutch

E-learning

Yes

Certificat

Yes