Study Hours Calculator
A credit (EC or ECTS) officially represents a fixed amount of study time, including lectures, self-study and exams. With that figure you can calculate how many hours per week a course realistically demands, so you avoid under- or overestimating your week.
結果
42 uur
Study hours per week
- Total study load
- 840 uur
How this was calculated
- 1Total load: credits × hours per credit30 × 28 = 840 uur
- 2Spread across the weeks840 ÷ 20 = 42 uur/week
公式
Study hours/week = (credits × hours per credit) ÷ number of weeks
The European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) assumes 25 to 30 study hours per credit; in the Netherlands 28 hours per EC is commonly used. Multiply your credits by this figure for the total study load, then divide by the number of weeks for the weekly load.
ステップ解説
- 1Enter the number of credits (EC) for the course, block or semester.
- 2Choose the hours per credit (typically 25 to 30; often 28 in the Netherlands).
- 3Enter the number of weeks and read off the total and weekly study load instantly.
計算例
30 EC over 20 weeks, 28 hours per credit
→ 840 hours total, 42 hours per week.
15 EC in one 10-week block, 28 hours per credit
→ 420 hours total, 42 hours per week.
60 EC over a 42-week academic year, 28 hours per credit
→ 1,680 hours total, 40 hours per week.
Reference table
| Credits | Total hours | Hours per week |
|---|---|---|
| 5 EC | 140 | 7 |
| 10 EC | 280 | 14 |
| 15 EC | 420 | 21 |
| 30 EC | 840 | 42 |
| 60 EC | 1,680 | 84 |
Based on 28 hours per EC spread over 20 weeks; adjust with the calculator above for your own situation.
よくある間違い
- Only counting lecture time and forgetting self-study, while the credit covers the entire study load.
- Using an hours-per-credit value that does not match your country or institution, when it can range from 25 to 30.
- Confusing the total study load with the weekly load, and forgetting to divide by the number of weeks.
活用シーン
- Planning your study week at the start of a semester.
- Comparing the study load of different courses before choosing.
- Estimating whether a study programme can be combined with a part-time job.
よくある質問
How many hours is one credit exactly?
The EU guideline states 25 to 30 hours; Dutch institutions typically use 28 hours per EC.
Does 28 hours per EC apply everywhere?
No, it varies by country and institution from 25 to 30 hours. Adjust the "hours per credit" setting above to match what your programme uses.
Does the result still apply if I study more efficiently than average?
The result is an official guideline, not a guarantee. Some students need less time, others more; use it as a starting point for your planning.
How do I use this to plan a part-time job alongside my studies?
First calculate your study hours per week, add sleep, commuting and fixed commitments, and see how many hours realistically remain for paid work.
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