The University of Applied Science in Utrecht is a perfect university for students who live by the motto ‘learn by doing’. As an active student within the HU I see across different faculties the same satisfaction of being thought how to work on different components of cases for your future work field. As an International Communication systems students, I have had many opportunities come my way from cases I worked on, the network and partnerships that the Hogeschool Utrecht provides and within the University itself. I have started my own study association, worked for a sustainable organ within the university that makes sure all students and employees are aware of how involved the university and the city is with the Sustainable Development Goals. The courses vary in theory and more practical courses, which prevent students of either feeling that the study is too practical or too theoretical.
As an International, I can highly recommend the HU, but do take into account that the University of Applied Sciences has quite a few (International) study programs have grown massively over the past few years thanks to their popularity. This means I sometimes felt a bit like a number instead of a student. Another major problem is housing in the city if you decide to study in Utrecht make sure you start searching for a room in time.
Furthermore, I can only recommend the city for everyone who enjoys a city that supports students and International environments. I enjoy both studying and living in Utrecht and at the University of applied sciences.