Windesheim Competitors

At Utrecht University (UU), we are working towards a better world. We do this by researching complex issues beyond the borders of disciplines. We put thinkers in contact with doers, so new insights can be applied. We give students the space to develop themselves. In so doing, we make substantial contributions to society, both now and in the future.

The University of Groningen is one of the oldest universities in the Netherlands, founded in 1614 the university ranks amongst the top 100 universities in the world. We are a research intensive institution offering a wide range of highly regarded bachelor, master and PhD programmes in all fields, completely in English. Currently we have a student body of 30,000 - almost 5,000 of which are international. We are proud to have won the prestigious International Student Satisfaction Excellent Award for the last two years running. Many international students are attracted to Groningen predominantly for the world class education offered at the university however, our location is second to none. Groningen is the Netherland’s best kept secret, based in Northeast of the country, approximately 2 hours by train from Schiphol Airport, the city is home to almost 200,000 people with one in four being a student! Groningen is a buzzing student city and a very safe place to live, as soon as you arrive at you’ll notice the youthful, safe, fun vibe of the city. Our bachelor graduates can continue their studies by studying a master degree with us in Groningen or at another university around the world. Some individuals will decide to go further still and earn a PhD in their field of expertise. Notable alumni include the first-ever female graduate in the Netherlands and we also produced the first Dutch space traveller Wubbo Ockels.

Eindhoven University of Technology is a research-driven university of international standing, where excellent research and excellent education go hand in hand. We focus on a balanced approach towards education, research and valorization of knowledge in the areas of engineering science and technology. From our lively campus, situated in the heart of the high-tech Brainport region and equipped with high-quality lab facilities, we make an impact on scientific and societal issues. We do this by delivering excellent groundbreaking research, often in close collaboration with industry, and by providing the education that turns our students into engineers of the future. Our engineers look beyond technology. They understand what the world needs and can translate scientific knowledge into societal value. Our knowledge, innovative technologies, applications and solidly educated engineers find their way into society, where they help solve pressing issues and answer unasked questions. To achieve this, we collaborate closely with other universities, scientific institutes, social organizations. government and industry. Together, we translate our research findings into successful innovations and turn our knowledge into societal value through knowledge valorisation. We strengthen the knowledge-intensive industry by provinding young academic engineers and by generating new business. We combine top-notch fundamental research with an application-oriented educational approach, characterized by frequent and intensive student-teacher interaction. This is all part of a tight-knit, small-scale community consisting of more than 80 nationalities, where everyone feels welcome and where the well-being of students and staff matters. Our university connects students, researchers and entrepreneurs. Because we believe innovation starts with people, not with technology. It is our people, who make our university into a place where innovation starts and people matter.