Erasmus University Rotterdam - EUR vs Maastricht University - UM vs University of Amsterdam - UvA vs Eindhoven University of Technology - TU/e vs Windesheim University of Applied Sciences

Side-by-side comparison from 402 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tio Business School (5.00)
Erasmus University Rotterdam - EUR: wins 0/7 categories
Maastricht University - UM: wins 0/7 categories
University of Amsterdam - UvA: wins 0/7 categories
Eindhoven University of Technology - TU/e: wins 0/7 categories
Windesheim University of Applied Sciences: wins 1/7 categories
ArtEZ University of the Arts: wins 0/7 categories
Tio Business School: wins 6/7 categories
Comparing
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
4.30
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105 reviews
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Best programme: Applied Psychology
Maastricht, The Netherlands
4.00
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47 reviews
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Best programme: International and European Law
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
4.40
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164 reviews
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Best programme: Communication Sciences
Best programme: Computer Science
Best programme: Global Project and Change Management
Zwolle, The Netherlands
Not rated
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0 reviews
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
5.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: Event Management and Hospitality
Category ratings
Facilities
4.38
4.20
4.26
4.57
4.55
Not rated
5.00
Win
Location
4.42
3.90
4.59
4.54
4.50
Not rated
5.00
Win
Professors
4.31
4.23
4.10
4.25
4.60
Not rated
5.00
Win
Internationality
4.57
4.54
4.49
4.21
4.45
Not rated
5.00
Win
Student life
4.35
4.08
4.07
3.95
4.20
Not rated
5.00
Win
Value
4.31
4.28
4.05
4.36
4.65
Not rated
5.00
Win
Accommodation
3.36
2.90
2.96
3.48
4.05
Win
Not rated
3.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Diverse, international student community and networking opportunities
  • +High-quality, experienced, and industry-connected teaching staff
  • +Well-structured, rigorous, and practical academic programs
  • +Supportive faculty and engaging teaching methods
  • +International atmosphere and diverse student body
  • +Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and small-group work
  • +Accessible programs and flexible study structures
  • +Supportive and approachable lecturers
  • +Well-designed, up-to-date curriculum
  • +Engaging, practical courses with real-world focus
  • +Supportive, dedicated, and knowledgeable lecturers
  • +Strong community, personal attention, and networking opportunities
  • +Practical, hands-on learning with real-world application
  • +Focus on sustainability and global change-making
  • +Unique, impactful, and interdisciplinary program design

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  • +Industry-relevant teaching and hands-on experience
  • +Excellent facilities and opportunities
  • +Strong friendships formed
Cons
  • -Excessive self-study required in courses.
  • -General lack of course quality and unmet expectations.
  • -Problem-based learning is seen as ineffective and overly demanding.
  • -Strict academic policies, including high failure rates and BSA, create undue pressure.
  • -Program organization and structure are often perceived as poor.
  • -Lack of administrative and faculty support
  • -High costs with perceived low value and outdated facilities
  • -Poor communication and inflexible policies
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff is a major concern.
  • -Administrative and management issues frustrate students.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a recurring problem.
  • -Lack of resources and support negatively impacts the learning experience.

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  • -Administrative and management issues, including poor communication and lack of support.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment that hinder learning.
  • -Lack of practical application and relevance in coursework.
Rating summary
What students say

Demonstrating commendable strengths, this institution excels in Internationality, boasting a score of 4.57. Other well-regarded areas include Location (4.42), Facilities (4.38), and Student Life (4.35), all reflecting positive student experiences. Notably, Accomodation received the lowest rating at 3.36, indicating a potential area for improvement. Professors and Value also received solid scores above 4.3.

This university garners excellent marks for its internationality, receiving a high rating of 4.54. Professors and value are also strong points, both scoring above 4.2. Student life and facilities are well-regarded, with ratings around 4.0 and 4.2 respectively. The location is rated adequately at 3.9. Notably, accommodation stands out as the weakest area, with a score of 2.9.

This university scores exceptionally well in several key areas, with Location standing out as the highest rated at 4.59. Internationality also receives a strong score of 4.49. Conversely, Accomodation is the weakest point, with a significantly lower rating of 2.96. Other aspects like Facilities, Professors, Student Life, and Value are all rated around the 4.0 to 4.2 mark, indicating solid but not exceptional performance in these domains.

This institution demonstrates strong performance in its facilities, with a rating of 4.57, and location, scoring 4.54. Professors and internationality also received favorable scores above 4.2. The weakest area identified is accommodation, receiving a rating of 3.48, followed by student life at 3.95. Overall value is rated at 4.36.

Across various metrics, this institution demonstrates considerable strengths. Professors and value stand out with top scores of 4.6 and 4.65 respectively. Facilities and location also receive highly positive feedback. Student life, while still good at 4.2, represents the lowest-rated category among the surveyed aspects, with accommodation also scoring moderately. Internationality is also a strong point.

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With exceptional scores in nearly every aspect, this institution shines brightly. Areas of strength are overwhelmingly positive, with perfect ratings for Facilities, Professors, Location, Student Life, Internationality, and Value. The primary area for potential improvement lies in Accomodation, which received a more moderate score.

Reviews summary
Highlights

The university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (~99%), with students praising its multicultural environment, diverse course offerings, and high-quality teaching staff. A small amount of negative feedback notes room for improvement in course structure and self-study components.

Approximately 91.5% of reviews are positive, highlighting a welcoming campus, supportive professors, and a lively student city. Negative feedback, representing ~8.5%, points to high failing rates and concerns about the organization and pressure of Problem-Based Learning.

~96% of reviews are positive, praising accessible programs, supportive lecturers, and useful facilities. A small ~4% of feedback highlights concerns about value, student support, and communication.

With an average rating of 4.34/5 from 65 reviews, ~94% are positive. Students praise the focus on engineering, innovation, and practical applications. They highlight engaging teaching, supportive lecturers, and a strong sense of community.

With an average rating of 4.52/5, approximately 95% of reviews are positive, highlighting the program's unique approach and preparation for real-world impact. No negative feedback was recorded.

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The single review is overwhelmingly positive, with a 5/5 average rating. This feedback highlights first-class teaching, facilities, and opportunities, with modules taught by industry leaders providing real-life experience.

Rating distribution
5★
41%
30%
31%
41%
57%
0%
100%
4★
50%
53%
62%
55%
38%
0%
0%
3★
8%
9%
11%
6%
5%
0%
0%
2★
1%
6%
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
2%
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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.

Problem-Based Learning

One of the most advertised features of the university, it is very pressuring and does not deliver the promised results - everything still has to be learned in the same manner as everywhere else - but here no tutorials are to be missed and PBL is supposed to be a key to successful graduation. Doing twice the work, therefore dividing the attention and time resources, without other options for students struggling with this method - then you are on your own.

Education system

I didn’t felt the program was worth my money and it was definitely not what I expected. From the professors to the actual syllabus I didn’t learned much and I feel this debt I just acquired was definitely a waste of time a big mistake

Freedom and Opportunities

My experience within TU/e is overall positive mainly due to the student focused approach that the university utilises in order to accomodate new students and make them feel at home. One of the ways this was achieved was by having a vast variety of student associations for absolutely every hobby that one might have. On top of that, the university promotes and encourages the participation within student teams which is a perfect bridge between studying and working as you get to experience how a real work environment functions while being surrounded by students. The university also provides different levels of guidance so that one can tackle any problem they face.

truly unique programme!!!

Finding Global Project and Change Management was a gift for me. After searching for study programmes related to sustainability, I was so happy to encounter this. I gained a first insight into GPCM by joining as a student for a day. After this, I was convinced that this study is truly unique. I never experienced such a thoughtful, and motivated community that is so commited to make a change in the world. The programme prepares us to be impactful changemakers that have a broad perspective of the whole system and themselves. It is so nice to also get space to develop not only professionally but also personally. Overall, it is truly inspiring to see oneself and others become more independent, skilled and commited throughout the years. I did never ever regret this choice and am forever thankful that this programme exists. Get in contact with the study and find out if you also want to become part of this amazing community!

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