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Windesheim University of Applied Sciences

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Windesheim

Windesheim University of Applied Sciences
Place

Zwolle , Netherlands

Number of students
24000

About the study place

Windesheim University is located in the city of Zwolle and is among the best universities of applied science in the Netherlands. They are known for their personal approach, small classes and their collaboration with the business community and public institutes. At Windesheim, they offer fields of study in business, engineering, health and social work, communication, ICT and teacher education.

The university is located in the heart of Zwolle, which is a great city located one hour from the capital Amsterdam. The city stands out from the typical tourist cities like Amsterdam and Rotterdam and is a lively Hanseatic city with a medieval center. In this town you will discover the magical theater, beautiful parks and walking areas as well as several exciting shops. You should definitely visit the Grote Kerk which is a unique church from the 15th century or the gatehouse Sassenpoort which was constructed in 1409. Zwolle is a city that offers many attractions, and you can go on a boat trip down the various canals or run in the National Park Weerribben Wieden. Last but not least, they have many cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy a coffee or eat a good meal.

At Windesheim University, they have several student communities, and the university offers support, motivation and they guide their students, so that they can reach their full potential and be prepared for the working life.

Credits

In order to have 30 ECTS credits approved at OsloMet after the exchange, you must take 30 ECTS credits at this institution. 

 

Semester division

First semester: September—January
Second semester: February—July

Housing

This institution offers student accommodation (www.windesheim.com).

In the Facebook group OsloMet Utveksling you can contact students who have been there before to hear where they lived and how they went about finding accommodation.