Introduction

Avans Hogeschool is a well-known institution of higher learning in the Netherlands, which has attracted attention for its high-quality education and wide range of professional settings.

Overview

Student and faculty size: There are more than 30,000 students and 3,000 faculty and staff, including about 700 international students and about 60 Chinese students.

Professional settings: Students can freely choose 56 different majors in 19 colleges, covering many fields such as art, economics and business, health care, computer, science and technology research, law, social sciences, etc.

History and establishment time

It was established on January 1, 2004 by the merger of the University of Applied Sciences of Den Bosch and the University of Applied Sciences of Brabant. The University of Applied Sciences of Brabant itself was established in 1988 by the merger of the University of Applied Sciences of West Brabant and the University of Applied Sciences of Central Brabant. Its oldest branch is the Academy of Arts in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, which was established on October 1, 1812.

School Strength

Teachers: The school has a high-quality teaching staff. The teachers not only have solid professional knowledge, but also have rich teaching and practical experience. They can provide comprehensive guidance and support to students, help them better master professional knowledge and skills, and lay a solid foundation for future career development.

Academic achievements: The school has achieved remarkable academic results in many professional fields. For example, some of its courses ranked first in the course evaluation of Dutch business schools. Graduates are also highly competitive in the job market, can quickly adapt to and be competent for actual work, and have been widely recognized by employers.

Institutional nature

Public university of applied sciences.

Educational philosophy

Focus on the combination of practice and theory, emphasize the cultivation of students' practical operation ability and problem-solving ability, so that students can quickly adapt to the needs of the workplace after graduation.

Pay attention to the personalized development of students, encourage students to give full play to their creativity and innovative spirit, and cultivate students' independent learning ability and teamwork spirit to better adapt to the ever-changing social and professional environment.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Engineering, health, business, IT, social research and other fields are the key development directions of the school. For example, its majors such as environmental science, industrial engineering and management, international business and management research, and international financial management all have high teaching levels and research strengths.

Discipline advantages: In the field of engineering, the school's curriculum is closely integrated with industry needs, focusing on cultivating students' engineering practice and innovation capabilities, enabling students to master advanced engineering technologies and methods; in the field of health, the school provides a wealth of professional courses and practical opportunities, and has cultivated a large number of medical and health professionals; in the field of business, the school's majors such as international business and financial management have strong international characteristics, providing students with a broad international perspective and career development space; in In the IT field, the school's computer science, information technology and other majors keep pace with the development of the times, focusing on cultivating students' software development, data analysis and other capabilities.

Department

The school has 19 colleges and universities, covering multiple disciplines such as art, economics, health, computer, science and technology, law, and society.

Ranking

In the 2024 4icu World University Rankings, the school ranked 1188th in the world and 18th in the Netherlands. In addition, the school has been rated as the best university of applied sciences in the Netherlands by the independent research organization Keuzegids HBO many times until 2022.

Expenses

Undergraduate: The reference tuition fee is 7650 euros/year.

Preparatory: The tuition fee is also 7650 euros/year.

Campus

Campus distribution: The campuses are distributed in three cities, Breda, Den Bosch and Tilburg. These three cities are important cities in the south of the Netherlands, with a long history and rich cultural heritage. Most of the buildings in the city have experienced centuries of wind and rain. The historical landscape and modern facilities are perfectly integrated, providing students with a good learning and living environment.

Teaching facilities: The school is equipped with modern teaching facilities, including libraries, laboratories, dormitories, sports facilities, etc., providing students with good learning and living conditions and meeting the diverse needs of students.

Campus life: The campus life is rich and colorful. The school has a vibrant campus life. There are various clubs and societies for students to participate, such as music clubs, sports clubs, cultural exchange societies, etc. Students can choose to join according to their interests and hobbies, make like-minded friends, and expand their interpersonal network. In addition, the school also holds numerous annual events and festivals, such as open days, cultural festivals, sports games, etc., providing students with a platform to showcase themselves and interact with each other.