Why study in Holland
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Why study in Holland?
1. Dutch education has a good reputation
The higher education system in the Netherlands has a good reputation all over the world. This is partly thanks to its accreditation system, which guarantees the quality of education offered. Dutch scientific research is also widely acclaimed.
2. A large number of English-taught study programmes
Half of the Master's degree programmes are taught in English. In fact, the Netherlands is the European market leader in the number of English-taught Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes on offer. English is widely used as a second language in the Netherlands, making it easy for people from other countries to study in the Netherlands.
3. International study environment
Studying abroad is a great way to gain international experience. Because there are so many international students in the Netherlands, studying here helps you learn to work with people from a broad range of different backgrounds and deal effectively with cultural differences. The Netherlands appeals to international students and scientists because the government actively promotes internationalisation of the higher education system and scientific research. The Bachelor's-Master's degree system has been introduced to optimise alignment with higher education internationally; the Netherlands has international classrooms where Dutch and foreign students take part in the same study programmes.
4. The Dutch education system: independent problem solving
The Dutch education system places a central focus on the student and promotes extensive interaction. Students have a great deal of freedom to develop their own opinions and creativity, and to put the knowledge they have acquired into practice. Students are trained to analyse and solve practical problems independently. At the same time, students work closely with other students and with businesses. A significant percentage of most study programmes consists of writing papers, working in groups, going on work placements and conducting research.
5. The Netherlands: innovative
The Netherlands is a small country with just 16 million inhabitants, and is characterised by a multicultural and international orientation. Its tulip fields and windmills are famous the world over. The country's broad cultural diversity has helped it to develop as a place where knowledge and ideas from all over the world converge. The Dutch 'knowledge system' has an international reputation for innovation. More information about the Netherlands is available at: www.studyinholland.nl, www.minbuza.nl/en and www.newtoholland.nl.