In the ranking of countries in the world in terms of economic development, the Kingdom of the Netherlands is in the top twenty. Global corporations with a worldwide reputation (Philips, Heineken, Shell, ING and Unilever) were established in Holland. The country holds leading positions in areas such as agriculture, art and design, transportation, engineering and energy processes. Thanks to such high indicators and the level of development, thousands of foreign students strive to enroll in Dutch universities every year.
Pros of getting a diploma in Holland
- English-language educational programs at European universities
- high quality education at universities in the top 200 of the world
- the cost of studying in the Netherlands is lower than the cost of studying in English-speaking countries
- opportunity to undergo an internship
- the opportunity to participate in student exchange programs
- high level of economic development, demand for highly qualified specialists
- tolerance of society
- high quality of life
- developed infrastructure of student cities.
Along with education in the field of exact sciences and research activities in the Netherlands, curricula at universities of applied sciences are gaining popularity. Promising programs in the field of design and art are relevant and applicable in business - it is not for nothing that modern Holland is boldly called the country of architects and creative designers.
Talented graduates from Dutch universities are pursuing a sought-after profession: design has become an integral part of the development of a huge number of products in the Netherlands - from home furnishings to games and online projects. Style, innovation, technology projects, engineering communications and even the food industry - the boundaries of the cluster of professions are unusually wide.
Upon graduation, students become ready-made specialists in their chosen creative field, be it design, art, music or the media sphere. In total, there are more than 40 universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands, which receive state financial support. In total, more than 350 thousand students study at Dutch universities of applied sciences.
For example, the University Center for Creative Directions based around Eindhoven has 10,000 members and 120 partner companies. The module generates over € 25 billion of Dutch exports. Five years ago, Brainport was named “the smartest region in the world”.
TOP 3 popular universities in Holland for creative education:
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
Created in 1987 by consolidating 14 educational institutions, today the University of The Hague teaches more than 20 thousand students from 140 countries of the world. The educational system of the University of The Hague focuses on collaboration with representatives of different nationalities and getting real work experience in partner companies. This fact allows university graduates to build a successful career in international business structures of any level.
In the field of creative professions available:
- Faculty of Health, Nutrition and Sports
- Faculty of Information Technology and Design.
The University focuses on the practical implementation of the acquired knowledge.
Hanze University of Applied Sciences
The largest university of applied sciences in North Holland, founded in 1986.
The university has 25 thousand students and 3000 employees among 17 institutes and schools, 6 research centers and 70 training programs. The academic base is represented by the following prestigious faculties:
- management
- the economy
- technologies
- education
- social work
- health care
- labor relations
- design
- fine arts and music.
Fontys University of Applied Sciences
One of the largest public universities in the Netherlands. Out of the total number of university students - 40 thousand - 3500 are foreign students from 70 countries of the world. The campuses are located in Venlo, Tilburg and Eindhoven. Fontis is ranked 6th in the ranking of the largest universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands.
In parallel with the educational profile program, students undergo internships in partner companies, which allows them to master all the necessary knowledge and practical skills to build a successful career in the future. Degrees from Fontys University are accredited by the Government of the Netherlands and recognized in accordance with European laws. Graduates are provided with competitive conditions in international companies - these can be both international and foreign businesses.
