Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
About the university
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS) is a large public university of applied sciences located in Amsterdam, founded in 1993. It focuses on practice-oriented education, offering around 80 programmes across fields such as business, engineering, IT, media, and social sciences. The university emphasizes real-world learning through internships and projects, with all students completing work placements during their studies. AUAS collaborates closely with industry, startups, and public institutions in Amsterdam, giving students strong career-oriented skills. With over 40,000 students, it is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands and maintains strong ties with the University of Amsterdam.
Key information
- Location: Amsterdam, NL
- Ranking #15
- National ranking #15
- Institution type: public
Programs (10)
- Art and Design
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- Education
- Engineering
- Finance and Accounting
- Human Resources
- Journalism and Communication
- Marketing
- Tourism and Hospitality
Housing & accommodation
Housing cost: €500 - €1,200 / per month
Tuition costs
- €7,000 - €13,000 / per year
- Acceptance rate: 60.00%
- Scholarships available
Quick facts
- Founded: 1990
- Teaching languages: English, Dutch
- Study formats: offline, hybrid
Contact
- Website: https://www.hva.nl
- [email protected]
- +31 20 595 1405