United International Business Schools - UIBS vs Erasmus University Rotterdam - EUR vs Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - HRO vs Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam vs Hanze University of Applied Sciences - UAS

Side-by-side comparison from 207 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - HRO (4.60)
United International Business Schools - UIBS: wins 4/7 categories
Erasmus University Rotterdam - EUR: wins 1/7 categories
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - HRO: wins 1/7 categories
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam: wins 0/7 categories
Hanze University of Applied Sciences - UAS: wins 1/7 categories
Codarts Rotterdam: wins 0/7 categories
Zadkine: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Accounting and Management Information Systems
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
4.30
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108 reviews
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Best programme: Applied Psychology
Best programme: Bachelor of International Studies
Best programme: B.Sc. in Psychology
Best programme: International Communication
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
3.00
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1 reviews
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Rotterdam, The Netherlands
3.00
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.36
4.71
Win
3.77
4.07
3.00
3.00
Location
4.75
Win
4.42
4.71
3.92
4.18
4.00
4.00
Professors
4.75
Win
4.26
4.14
4.13
3.67
2.00
4.00
Internationality
4.50
4.58
Win
4.57
4.27
4.44
2.00
2.00
Student life
4.25
4.34
4.29
3.98
4.38
Win
3.00
2.00
Value
4.50
Win
4.28
4.43
4.19
3.91
3.00
2.00
Accommodation
4.00
Win
3.33
3.40
3.13
3.07
3.00
1.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive and helpful faculty
  • +Positive and enriching learning experience
  • +Safe and well-equipped campus
  • +Diverse and international student body and faculty
  • +Strong academic programs with practical application and individual respect
  • +Supportive and inclusive campus environment with excellent facilities
  • +Real-world learning, hands-on projects, and industry focus
  • +International environment and diverse student body
  • +Program flexibility and personalized learning paths
  • +Strong theory-practice balance and real-world application
  • +High-quality, challenging, and expert-led education
  • +Diverse community and international opportunities
  • +Practical, skills-based learning with interconnected subjects
  • +Helpful, inspiring, and approachable teachers
  • +International atmosphere and opportunities for collaboration

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support frustrates students.
  • -Administrative and management issues, including lack of support for housing.
  • -Poor faculty engagement and academic integrity concerns.
  • -Excessive self-study requirements, not meeting program 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 are a recurring problem.
  • -Facilities are frequently described as outdated and in poor condition.
  • -Communication and course organization are often cited as lacking.
  • -Unprofessional and informal handling of student concerns.
  • -Outdated curriculum and low teacher commitment.

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Rating summary
What students say

Academic and environmental aspects of the university are highly regarded, with professors and location both receiving a near-perfect score of 4.75. Student life is also a positive, scoring 4.25, and internationality and value are strong at 4.5. Facilities and accommodation present the weakest areas, both rated at 4.

This university receives particularly strong acclaim for its **Internationality**, with a near-perfect score. **Location** and **Facilities** also rank highly, indicating a well-regarded campus and surroundings. Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the weakest area, scoring significantly lower than other aspects. Ratings for **Professors**, **Student Life**, and **Value** are generally positive and consistent, reflecting a solid overall 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 received its highest marks for Internationality, closely followed by Value and Professors. Student Life also scored well. Conversely, Accomodation emerged as the weakest area, with Facilities also rating lower than other aspects. Location sits in the mid-range of these assessments.

This university garners its highest marks for **Internationality** (4.44) and **Student Life** (4.38), indicating a vibrant and globally-connected campus experience. **Location** also scores well at 4.18. Conversely, **Accomodation** presents the weakest area with a rating of 3.07. **Professors** received a moderate 3.67, while **Facilities** and **Value** landed in the upper-threes.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.5/5, ~75% of reviews are positive, highlighting a supportive learning environment and helpful, passionate faculty. One review mentioned slow administrative services.

Over 98% of reviews are positive, praising multicultural aspects, varied courses, and solid programs. A small percentage mention issues with course structure and student support.

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.

~88% of reviews are highly positive, praising the quality of education, practical application, and international environment. No negative feedback was received.

~74% of reviews are positive, highlighting helpful teachers, practical learning, and an international atmosphere. A small minority (~6%) found the environment unprofessional.

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Rating distribution
5★
75%
40%
57%
38%
21%
0%
0%
4★
0%
51%
43%
50%
47%
0%
0%
3★
25%
7%
0%
12%
26%
100%
100%
2★
0%
2%
0%
0%
3%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
3%
0%
0%
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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.

Review: Bachelor Marketing & Communications

I followed the Marketing & Communications Bachelor at Hanzehogeschool and the course has taught me very little with regards to what is actually required in the marketing field. To start off, 90% of the teachers do lectures as a side job, very low commitment from most of them I spent a full year learning and applying marketing theories that were branded outdated in the 90's and early 2000's. In addition a whole semester was wasted on a theory one of the teachers came up with. The professor who guided my while writing my thesis laughed at the premise of using it. Current and future marketing is mostly based on digital marketing. The """"professor"""" digital marketing knew squat, zero. In the digital marketing field, aspects such as SEO, SEA, Google AdWords etc are vital. This was not taught properly in the curriculum. A fellow student who had a side job working with AdWords stopped showing up, as he claimed the teacher was explaining it wrong. If you want to get into marketing, go somewhere else. Hanze will teach how to do a SWOT analysis (debunked in the 90's) every year you attend and not teach you the skills vital in a new marketing environment. I do not work in marketing or advertising, I feel and know I do not possess the necessary skills from merely reading the job vacancy. I finished the degree to make sure I have a Bachelor standard and not completely waste my time and money.

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