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Hanze University of Applied Sciences

Practical and career-focused

Hanze University of Applied Sciences is the largest university of applied sciences in the north of Holland. It is a top 25 global university for applied research and spin-offs (U-Multitrack 2016).

The teaching at Hanze University of Applied Sciences has an emphasis on practical experience, career-focused assignments and real-life case studies. This hands-on approach prepares you for a career and gives you practical skills that will impress future employers. You may also have the option to spend a semester abroad. Find out more about working in Holland after you graduate.

Multinational work placements

Work placements are included in all courses at the International Business School. The placement co-ordinator can help you to find a suitable company in Holland or abroad. Past students have worked with leading multinationals like VW, Skoda, SEAT and Adidas. For some students, this leads to graduate careers and research project opportunities.

Study at Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen

Your pathway to THUAS

You can progress to THUAS after successfully completing your programme at the International Study Centre:

University of Applied Sciences International Foundation Year in Business and Management.

Explore Hanze and Groningen

Living in Groningen

The University is located in Groningen, north Holland. It is one of Holland’s best student cities with students making up 25% of the population. Groningen has great nightlife, a historic Old Town and stunning modern buildings like the Groningen Museum. Cycling is very popular, especially in the traffic-free centre.

Things to do in Groningen

Groninger Museum – Architecturally striking and home to international artwork and exhibitions.
Eurosonic Noorderslag – A festival celebrating new music across Europe every year.
Noorderzon Performing Arts Festival Groningen – This annual event attracts 135,000 visitors every summer.
Lauwersmeer National Park – Perfect for a day trip and a beautiful location for walking and cycling, as well as canoeing, boating and water sports.

Getting around Groningen and beyond

Groningen is a compact city and easy to travel around by foot, bicycle or public transport. In Groningen, 57% of all journeys are made by bicycle; it’s safe and easy as the centre is completely car-free.

Airports

Groningen Airport Eelde - This small airport serves European destinations including Poland, Denmark, Portugal, England and Greece.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol – the largest international airport in Holland is around two hours Groningen by train.

Student life

Most university buildings are located 15 minutes’ cycle from the city centre. This modern campus has excellent facilities, including:

Study areas
Modern workstations
Library
Supermarket
Coffee bar
Canteen
Sports facilities.

Student life is enriched with organisations, clubs and extra-curricular activities. Arts events take place at the ‘Usva’ Cultural Student Centre, and sports are provided at ‘ACLO’ – the largest student sports facility in Holland.

International students live in the centrally located The Student Hotel or in private accommodation. Find out more about what it's like living in Holland.

Jessica from China

I did my placement in Groningen for an online sports retailer. This was a good opportunity for me to gain practical experience. We have studied in Hanze and learnt a lot of theory, so this was a good chance to apply it in real cases.

Jessica from China
Studying International Business, Hanze University of Applied Sciences