VHL University of Applied Sciences
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VHL University of Applied Sciences (VHL) is a public university of applied sciences located in Velp and Leeuwarden, Netherlands. It is known for its focus on sustainability and its international focus. VHL offers a variety of bachelor’s and master’s programs in a variety of disciplines, including:
- Agriculture and Food
- Business and Economics
- Engineering and Technology
- International Development
- Life Sciences
- Nutrition
Here are some of the key benefits of studying at VHL University of Applied Sciences:
- Focus on sustainability
- International focus
- High academic standards
- Excellent job market prospects
- Affordable tuition fees
- Beautiful cities of Velp and Leeuwarden to live and study in
Here are some of the things that make VHL University of Applied Sciences unique:
- VHL is the only university of applied sciences in the Netherlands that has received three AISHE stars for all of its bachelor programmes. AISHE is an assessment tool for sustainable developments in higher education.
- VHL has a strong international focus, with students from over 100 countries enrolled in its programs.
- VHL offers a variety of unique programs, such as the International Development Management program, which prepares students for careers in international development organizations.
Student Life
VHL University of Applied Sciences is based on two locations in the Netherlands: Leeuwarden and Velp. The environmentally friendly building in Leeuwarden has green houses on its roof. The Velp site is situated on the Larenstein estate – a wonderful area for the practical ‘green’ programmes.Besides studying, you probably also want to have a nice place to live, engage in sports, go out and meet other students. In Arnhem, which is close to Velp, you can eat your heart out at the Korenmarkt, the centre of activity in nightlife. Here you also find the sororities of the student associations.Do you want to have a pleasant time while studying? It can be arranged. Leeuwarden has a rich student life. The city harbours five general student associations. Besides these, there is an active student association related to Van Hall Larenstein, called Osiris.Moreover, there are working groups in each study programme. They organise all sorts of activities on behalf of the programmes. A number of associations and working groups have their own websites, on which you can read all about their activities, excursions, lectures and study activities. The associations and working groups guarantee a lot of fun, but also provide more depth to the contents of your study.
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The Universities of Applied Sciences are quite reputable in the Netherlands and provide a way for students without the IB/AP requirements held by the Universities to study in this very cool country. That said, students should be aware of extra requirements that may be necessary when applying for graduate school.
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