Erasmus University Rotterdam - EUR vs Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - HRO vs Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam vs Tilburg University vs Codarts Rotterdam

Side-by-side comparison from 251 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Global Humanistic University - GHU (4.80)
Erasmus University Rotterdam - EUR: wins 1/7 categories
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - HRO: wins 3/7 categories
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam: wins 0/7 categories
Tilburg University: wins 0/7 categories
Codarts Rotterdam: wins 0/7 categories
Global Humanistic University - GHU: wins 3/7 categories
Zadkine: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
4.30
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107 reviews
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Best programme: Applied Psychology
Best programme: Bachelor of International Studies
Best programme: B.Sc. in Psychology
Tilburg, The Netherlands
4.20
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65 reviews
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Best programme: Psychology
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
3.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: PhD in Business Administration
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
3.00
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1 reviews
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.38
4.71
Win
3.74
4.22
3.00
2.74
3.00
Location
4.43
4.71
Win
3.96
3.83
4.00
1.89
4.00
Professors
4.29
4.14
4.13
4.14
2.00
4.68
Win
4.00
Internationality
4.57
4.57
4.26
4.22
2.00
4.68
Win
2.00
Student life
4.35
Win
4.29
3.98
4.06
3.00
2.05
2.00
Value
4.31
4.43
4.19
4.08
3.00
4.84
Win
2.00
Accommodation
3.35
3.40
Win
3.11
2.78
3.00
1.95
1.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +International diversity and networking opportunities
  • +High-quality teaching staff and academic rigor
  • +Supportive and inclusive student community
  • +Real-world learning, hands-on projects, and industry focus
  • +International environment and diverse student body
  • +Program flexibility and personalized learning paths
  • +Balanced theory/practice with real-world application
  • +Diverse and international student community and faculty
  • +High-quality, challenging education with expert guest lectures
  • +Excellent professors and specialized programs
  • +Inclusive and diverse environment with international peers
  • +Strong analytical skill development and practical learning opportunities

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  • +Flexible online learning model
  • +Academic rigor and intellectual challenge
  • +Supportive faculty and administration

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Cons
  • -Excessive self-study requirements
  • -Overall course quality did not meet expectations
  • -Administrative and management issues are frequently cited.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are a common complaint.
  • -Course content is often perceived as irrelevant or poorly structured.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a common complaint.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support negatively impact the student experience.
  • -Disorganized administration and lack of student guidance.
  • -Poor teacher support and patronizing interactions.
  • -High cost of living and unpleasant city environment.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Ineffective teaching and curriculum lead to poor educational outcomes.

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Rating summary
What students say

Overall, the university garners positive feedback across most aspects. Internationality stands out as the strongest area, with a high rating. Location and facilities also received excellent scores. Conversely, accommodation received the lowest rating, indicating a significant area for improvement. Other categories like professors, student life, and value are rated well, demonstrating a generally favorable student experience.

Campus amenities and its geographical setting stand out with the highest scores. Conversely, accommodation received the lowest rating. Other areas, including professors, student life, internationality, and value, all scored well above average, indicating a generally positive university experience.

This institution shows a strong performance in key areas, with Internationality (4.26) and Value (4.19) receiving the highest marks. Professors (4.13) also earned a notably positive rating. Student Life (3.98) and Location (3.96) are also well-regarded. The weakest area, however, is Accomodation, which received a considerably lower score of 3.11.

This institution garners excellent marks for its **Facilities** and **Internationality**, both scoring a high 4.22. **Professors** are also highly regarded at 4.14, with **Student Life** and **Value** receiving solid ratings of 4.06 and 4.08 respectively. **Location** is rated moderately well at 3.83. The weakest area identified is **Accomodation**, which received a notably lower score of 2.78.

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An analysis of the university's ratings reveals a stark contrast between its strengths and weaknesses. The institution excels in **Value** (4.84), **Professors** (4.68), and **Internationality** (4.68). Conversely, **Location** (1.89), **Accomodation** (1.95), and **Student Life** (2.05) received significantly lower scores, indicating areas that may require improvement. Facilities are rated moderately at 2.74.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4.31 average rating, approximately 99% of reviews are positive, highlighting multiculturalism, diverse courses, and strong teaching. One review expressed dissatisfaction with self-study demands.

All 7 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.57/5. Students highlight hands-on learning, real-world experience, and international environments. Some wish for more structured courses or specific technical knowledge.

~93% of 51 reviews are positive, highlighting good theory-practice balance, knowledgeable lecturers, and program flexibility. No negative feedback was recorded.

The university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with ~92% of reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Students praise excellent teaching, expert professors, and strong program specialization. A small percentage of negative reviews mention disorganization and limited guidance.

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Nearly all reviews are positive, with students praising academic rigor, challenging coursework, and flexible online learning. Supervisors and the platform are also frequently highlighted as supportive and effective.

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Rating distribution
5★
40%
57%
39%
34%
0%
84%
0%
4★
51%
43%
49%
58%
0%
11%
0%
3★
7%
0%
12%
5%
100%
5%
100%
2★
1%
0%
0%
2%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
2%
0%
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Most useful review
Most liked
International University with flair

The campus is quite large, but not too large. The staff and students are very international, I feel like the education is at a very high level and it's an enjoyable place to be with many of the buildings being modern with a lot of light. I'm in a smaller class with 30 persons and I think it really is a great University to do a Master's at.

Designing My Own Study Path

Studying International Business we moved to a new building in my third year of University. The new building is amazing and has an encouraging atmosphere. I am constantly surrounded by different cultures and encouraged to meet new people. I was able to design my own learning path, choose topics I was interested in, and study abroad. The course could be a little more structured and I think the university could work on its communication sometimes, but overall I am really satisfied with my decision.

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As a computer science student at the Vrije Universitet in Amsterdam, I have been thoroughly impressed with the quality of education and the level of expertise of the professors at this esteemed institution. The faculty members are passionate about their subjects and are always willing to provide guidance and support to students. The curriculum is rigorous, and the coursework is designed to challenge students and prepare them for the ever-evolving world of technology. The courses cover a broad range of topics, from programming languages and algorithms to artificial intelligence and machine learning. The faculty also encourages students to take part in research projects and internships, providing valuable opportunities to apply what we have learned in the classroom to real-world scenarios. The campus facilities are excellent, with state-of-the-art labs and equipment available for students to use. The university's location in Amsterdam also offers plenty of opportunities for students to engage in cultural and recreational activities outside of their studies. One of the things that stand out to me is the diverse student body. Being exposed to different perspectives and backgrounds has enriched my learning experience and expanded my understanding of computer science as a field. Overall, I would highly recommend the Vrije Universitet to any computer science student looking for a challenging and rewarding academic experience, excellent faculty, and a diverse and inclusive community.

Good in theory

The city is quite bad to live in and ugly, on top of very expensive. The faculty of psychology is quite okay. Studying there has given me a good theoretical base. However, I have one major complaint, which is the way the university treats students individually. The student desk is the only way to obtain official documents from them (for example, the documents I needed to apply for a Master's degre) and aside from the difficult office hours and long wait time on the phone, I was literally told upon requesting a very necessary document "sorry, we´re not going to do that for you, it is too much work for us". when I suggested that I could put the document together myself and then just have it reviewed and stamped by them, she said htat it wouldn´t be valid. This resulted in me not being able to apply for Masters that year and taking a gap year, which is not the impact I ever thought a clerk would have on my life. Another complaint I have that resulted in a life-changing event is about my thesis. I chose to do a systematic review (within the Clinical Track) because it interested me, and I was fully informed that the program of the systematic review was still a pilot and subject to change. My supervisor was lovely and I had a great experience with her, that left me feeling like I learned something, and I was going to get a decent grade on said thesis that would then allow me to apply for a Clinical Psychology Masters in the Netherlands. For context, up until this point in my education, I had never failed an exam or a course as I always had average to high grades and I dedicate the appropriate time and effort to my studies. My thesis, on the other hand, was rather controversial. I received the grade I expected from my supervisor (which was within the range of my grades overall), whereas the second assessor failed me on half the criteria and didn't put in the effort to provide appropriate feedback. As the two grades were too different from each other, my thesis was reviewed by a third assessor, who just did the averages between the grades of the first two assessors and included sad faces ":(" in her feedback for my months of work, which all resulted in a grade that still hinders me in my academic progress, two years later. Upon respectfully confronting the third assessor I was offered neither an explanation nor a justification (perhaps I had been misled during the process of writing my thesis) for the feedback (which at times was completely erroneous as it contradicted published and peer reviewed literature I had consulted while while writing), and I was told that my thesis would just not be reasessed. I would not still be going on about this if it wasn't for the fact that I was just taught the findings of my thesis (which I was told was completely wrong) while studying for the master's degree that I did manage to get into with my grades. To sum up, while this faculty rigurously prepares students through content and theory, the students are nothing to them.

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Work-Life and Education Balance

I am a PhD student at Global Humanistic University. I chose GHU because of its flexible and balanced learning model of online education. With the busy schedules of my entrepreneurial journey, GHU has offered me an effective education model which aligns with my aspiration of right balance between professional work, education, and family. My supervisor and the administration team are effective in their communication which makes learning and coordination hustle free. I recommend GHU for professionals who desire to enhance their education.

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