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Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences

Rotterdam, NL · Ranking #16

Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences is a public university of applied sciences located in Rotterdam, one of the Netherlands’ major economic and logistics hubs. Founded in 1988, it offers a wide range of bachelor’s and some master’s programmes in fields such as business, engineering, healthcare, education, and arts. The university emphasizes practice-oriented education, with strong links to industry and real-world projects. Its strategic location in a global port city enables close collaboration with international companies, providing students with opportunities for internships, applied research, and career development in a highly dynamic environment.

Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences logo

Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences

About the university

Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences is a public university of applied sciences located in Rotterdam, one of the Netherlands’ major economic and logistics hubs. Founded in 1988, it offers a wide range of bachelor’s and some master’s programmes in fields such as business, engineering, healthcare, education, and arts. The university emphasizes practice-oriented education, with strong links to industry and real-world projects. Its strategic location in a global port city enables close collaboration with international companies, providing students with opportunities for internships, applied research, and career development in a highly dynamic environment.

Key information

  • Location: Rotterdam, NL
  • Ranking #16
  • National ranking #16
  • Institution type: public

Programs (10)

  • Business Administration
  • Computer Science
  • Education
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • International Business
  • Maritime Studies
  • Marketing
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Nursing

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €400 - €900 / per month

Tuition costs

  • €7,000 - €12,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 60.00%
  • Scholarships available

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1988
  • Teaching languages: English, Dutch
  • Study formats: offline

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