Education
NHL Stenden does all it can to facilitate, inspire and trigger its students and staff to help them flourish. Students, lecturers, researchers and industry professionals work together on problems and assignments set by industry, so that you can develop into enterprising and resourceful professionals with an interdisciplinary mindset. Through practical assignments, direct contact with experts in the field, and personal contact with your coach, you grow on a professional and personal level. And your assignments and internship open up career opportunities and broaden your network, so you get a headstart on your career.
Research
Research and education are intertwined at NHL Stenden. Our university of applied sciences has 44 professorships of applied sciences. These are divided among our three focus areas: Vital Regions, Smart Sustainable Industries, and Service Economy. Together with local and international partners, we build and expand our expertise by employing practice-based research.
Career
Your professional and personal development go hand in hand during your studies. By working on real assignments from external clients, you gain invaluable hands-on experience that potential employers value. And with a personal study coach guiding you throughout, you learn how to set and achieve learning goals so that you can take the right steps and develop the skills you need for your dream position on graduation.
- Build your professional network from day 1 by working with and for the industry.
- Gain practical experience while you study with an internship. Many of our students get to stay on or return to their intern company on graduation.
- 80% of all alumni find a job within three months of graduation.
Top reasons to study here
- Learn using a practical approach, working in groups on assignments set by industry partners and developing usable solutions
- Get more international opportunities and spend part of your degree studying or doing your internship in a different country, drawing on our global network
- Get the most out of your studies with relatively low tuition rates, well-priced housing (and a housing guarantee) and homely and affordable student cities
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences Key Statistics & Highlights
- 24 Bachelors
- 73 Scholarships
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Student services
Whatever your question, the Student Info Desk can point you in the right direction. They’re on hand to deal with your queries about registration, tuition fees, tests, certificates and practical questions about your time as a student. The Student Counselling Office can help you if you’re worried about your studies and the progress you’re making. There’s always someone to turn to.
Housing services
At NHL Stenden, we offer a housing guarantee for international students with our official accommodation partners. Conditions apply. In the Netherlands, students usually rent a room in a shared house or apartment with other students. There are also options to rent a one-bedroom or studio apartment. Student accommodation is usually provided by real estate agents or private landlords who advertise their rooms on different platforms.
Library services
Borrow books, use the smart boards, printers and scanners, follow workshops on digital skills, use the computers and study spaces and ask the information specialists for help finding answers.
ICT services
NHL Stenden offers the learning, library and IT facilities you need to take you through your studies. From something as simple as good wifi right up to the farthest corner of the campuses to 3D printing in our X-Lab. From free software to purpose-built design and recording studios.
Medical services
The Dutch healthcare system is a universal, multi-payer system. This means healthcare is funded through a combination of public and private contributions.
Campus life
You have access to a whole range of top facilities on campus that not only support you and help you get the best out of your studies, but also help make your student life easier. It's more than just the free tea and coffee expansive study landscapes and individual work pods, it's also the excellent public transport links, the huge underground bike park, the car parking, and the coffee bars and the canteen and food court run by our hotel management students. And it's the smart boards and printers you can access, the audio-visual equipment you can borrow, the recording studios, the theatre and auditoriums and the merchandise and the sports facilities. Why not check it out online with our virtual tour
Accreditation
All degrees offered by NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences are accredited by the NVAO in the Netherlands (The Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders).
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NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 100 reviews
- 5 Star 33 Reviews
- 4 Star 61 Reviews
- 3 Star 4 Reviews
- 2 Star 1 Review
- 1 Star 1 Review
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.1
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.2
- Student Diversity 4.5
- Admission Process 4.6
- Quality of Student Life 4.0
- Career Development 4.2
Leisure and Events Management
I am currently a second-year Leisure and Events Management student, and over the past year and a half, I managed to settle into both my studies and life in Leeuwarden. I adapted quite quickly, especially thanks to the Study Start Week organized by fellow students. It was a great opportunity to meet my classmates and become familiar with the city from the first week. The Design-Based Education (DBE) approach is very hands-on and practical, which I find extremely valuable. It allows us to collaborate with real clients such as SPOT Groningen, Noorderzone, and Neushoorn, and to work on actual challenges these organizations face. This makes the learning experience much more engaging and relevant to the field. In the second year, students are also required to complete a 168-hour internship. I recently completed mine together with several classmates, where we helped organize a five-day field trip to Paris and Disneyland for around 140 participants. One of the highlights was attending a lecture by the creative directors at Disney Imagineering, who shared insights into the development of some of Disneyland’s most iconic attractions. This internship has been one of the most valuable learning experiences for me so far. It really pushed me to grow and apply what I’ve learned in a real-world setting. Overall, the university offers many opportunities, but it’s important to stay proactive and make the most of them.
My Experience as an IB Student
My experience with the program at NHL Stenden has been generally positive, though not without its challenges. I found the program itself to be good and manageable, with a structure that allows students to gradually build their understanding. However, due to recent changes in the curriculum, there was quite a bit of disorganization at times, which led to dissatisfaction among some of my classmates. This is an area that could definitely be improved for future cohorts. That being said, NHL Stenden as an institution is very supportive. The staff are welcoming and genuinely try to help students as much as they can, which creates a positive learning environment. The quality of lectures varies depending on the subject and lecturer, but most of them are insightful and provide valuable knowledge. I especially found the ateliers to be very useful, as they allow students to fully immerse themselves in the topics and better understand the material. While some subjects may not seem particularly useful at first, they contribute to a broader understanding when combined. The program does a good job of teaching business structures, cultural awareness, and how cultural differences can impact companies. Additionally, the frequent group projects encourage collaboration and help students become more open, which I believe is an essential skill in the business world. Overall, despite some organizational issues, I would say the program offers a valuable learning experience with strong support from the institution.
Hotel Management School Leeuwarden
The Hotel Management School in Leeuwarden is a great place to kick-start a career in hospitality. It gives students plenty of opportunities to grow into confident professionals through a mix of theory and hands-on experience. The strong focus on real-world learning means you're really getting prepared for your future career. One of the best parts is the chance to work on your own projects, so you can be creative and bring your own ideas to life. It makes studying a lot more interesting and a lot less “just another assignment.” The international environment is another bonus, preparing you for a career pretty much anywhere in the world. Overall, it’s a fun and motivating place that really helps you grow into a hospitality professional.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
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