NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
Established in
2018Famous For
Hospitality Education
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences is a public university of applied sciences in the Netherlands, created in 2018 through the merger of NHL Hogeschool and Stenden Hogeschool. With its main campus in Leeuwarden and additional campuses in Emmen, Meppel and Terschelling, the university combines applied learning with a strong international outlook.
More than 22,000 students study at NHL Stenden across a broad range of bachelor's and master's programmes in Business, Hospitality, Tourism, IT, Engineering, Education and Creative Industries.
The university is recognised for its Design-Based Education approach, where students collaborate with industry partners to solve real-world challenges through practical projects, helping them develop professional skills alongside academic knowledge.
Services
NHL Stenden offers comprehensive support to help international students prepare for life and study in the Netherlands, from the application stage through to graduation.
Students have access to:
- Pre-arrival information and orientation activities
- Visa and residence permit support for eligible international students
- Guidance on accommodation through trusted housing partners
- Academic advice, study counselling and wellbeing support
- Career development through the Student Career Hub, including networking opportunities and employability guidance
- Student associations, sports clubs and a wide range of international campus activities
The university also offers numerous English-taught bachelor's and master's programmes across Hospitality, Tourism, International Business, IT, Creative Business, Logistics and Engineering.
Rankings
The Hotel Management School Leeuwarden is featured in the QS World University Rankings by Subject (Hospitality & Leisure Management), reflecting its reputation as one of the leading hospitality schools worldwide.
The university also receives positive recognition within the Dutch higher education system, with several programmes performing strongly in the independent Keuzegids HBO guide for educational quality and student satisfaction.
Accommodation
NHL Stenden works with trusted housing partners to help international students secure accommodation before arriving in the Netherlands. Depending on the campus and programme, eligible students may benefit from housing support or accommodation guarantees through partner providers. Housing options include student residences, shared apartments and private rentals.
As student housing is in high demand across the Netherlands, applicants are encouraged to begin their accommodation search as early as possible.
Location
NHL Stenden's main campus is located in Leeuwarden, the capital of the Dutch province of Friesland, with additional campuses in Emmen, Meppel and Terschelling. Leeuwarden is a welcoming student city known for its historic centre, cultural attractions and international atmosphere.
The campus is well connected by public transport, offering convenient rail links to major Dutch cities, allowing students to enjoy both a close-knit academic community and easy access to the rest of the Netherlands.
Courses offered at NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
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