Nyenrode Business University vs Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - HRO vs University of Twente vs TSM Business School vs Saxion University of Applied Sciences
Side-by-side comparison from 83 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted
- +High academic standard with practical, engaging learning
- +Supportive community and numerous opportunities
- +International environment and experienced faculty
- +Practical, real-world learning experiences and industry focus
- +International environment and diverse student body
- +Flexible learning paths and knowledgeable instructors
- +International and multicultural environment
- +High-quality, progressive, and interdisciplinary education with good support
- +Hands-on research, project-based learning, and manageable workload
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- +Practical, career-oriented curriculum and useful course content
- +Supportive and friendly teachers providing concrete feedback
- +Welcoming international environment and comfortable study spaces
- +Practical, industry-relevant learning with engaged, experienced staff.
- +Excellent facilities and a supportive, high-quality educational environment.
- +Balanced student life opportunities with an international atmosphere.
- +Practical, hands-on learning with immediate application
- +Experienced, professional instructors with industry expertise
- +Engaging hybrid learning format
- -Administrative & management issues cause frustration.
- -Outdated facilities and lack of resources are a problem.
- -Overcrowded classes and poor teaching quality are disliked.
- -Students dislike outdated facilities and poorly maintained infrastructure.
- -Many students express frustration with disorganized administrative processes and unresponsive management.
- -Course content and teaching methods are often perceived as irrelevant or not engaging.
- -Outdated facilities and poor infrastructure are a recurring concern.
- -Students frequently express frustration with administrative and management issues.
- -A lack of relevant curriculum and teaching quality is a significant point of dissatisfaction.
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- -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
- -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are consistently criticized.
- -The curriculum is perceived as irrelevant or poorly implemented by many students.
- -Students dislike administrative and management issues.
- -Outdated facilities are a recurring complaint.
- -Unresponsive or unhelpful staff contribute to dissatisfaction.
- -Administrative and management issues.
- -Perceived lack of value for money.
This university garners strong ratings, with **Student Life** and **Value** particularly excelling at 4.5. **Facilities** are also highly regarded at 4.44. **Location** stands out as the comparatively weakest area, rated at 4.0, though still solid. Overall, the institution presents a well-rounded positive picture across its offerings.
This institution garners strong acclaim for its **Facilities**, **Location**, and **Internationality**, all scoring an impressive 4.67. Student life also receives a favorable 4.33. The university offers good value at 4.5 and a respectable 4 for its professors. Its weakest area, however, is **Accomodation**, with a rating of 3.25.
This institution presents a compelling picture, with its facilities receiving the highest marks at 4.33. Notably strong are location and internationality, both scoring 4.11, closely followed by value at 4.17. The weakest area identified in the ratings is accommodation, which stands at 3.65. Professors also received a solid, though comparatively lower, rating of 3.83.
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This institution demonstrates significant strengths in internationality, earning a rating of 4.42, and excels in facilities and value, both scoring 4.33. Student life is rated 3.67, slightly above the professor rating of 3.58. The weakest area identified is accommodation, with a score of 3.
This institution demonstrates notable strengths in its **professors**, receiving a high rating of 4.43. Facilities and value are also highly regarded, both scoring 4.29. Conversely, the university's **location** and **accommodation** received the lowest marks at 3.86, suggesting these areas may warrant further attention for improvement. Student life and internationality are rated moderately well, with scores of 4.00 and 4.14 respectively.
With exceptional marks in Facilities and Location, this institution clearly excels in its physical environment and accessibility. Student Life also receives top scores, suggesting a vibrant campus experience. Conversely, the university's weakest areas lie in its Professors and Internationality, both rated a moderate three. Value also sits at this mid-tier rating, indicating areas for potential improvement.
University reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.4/5. Students praise high academic standards, practical learning, and an international environment. Some administrative processes could be faster, but ~0% of feedback is negative.
All 6 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.5/5. Students praise the real-world learning, hands-on projects, internships, and international environment. Some minor suggestions include more structured courses and improved communication.
Overwhelmingly positive feedback (~91% of reviews), with students praising the multicultural environment, progressive curriculum, and hands-on research. Some mention outdated tools, while others note manageable workloads and good career prospects.
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~74% of reviews are positive, highlighting practical learning and supportive teachers. Some mention occasional disorganization and a chaotic online platform. No negative reviews were received.
University feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with ~88% of reviews rating it 4-5 stars and an average of 4.25/5. Recurring themes include excellent facilities, supportive staff, and effective practical teaching. Minimal negative feedback was noted.
With an average rating of 3/5, feedback is evenly split, with ~50% positive and ~50% negative. Positive comments highlight practical, hands-on learning and professional instructors. Negative reviews express dissatisfaction with program value and staff.
My experience at Nyenrode Business University has been truly transformative. The program combines rigorous academic instruction with real-world business challenges, allowing me to grow both professionally and personally. One of the most striking aspects is the emphasis on leadership and personal development—elements that are not only taught but also practiced. The small class sizes foster close relationships with professors and fellow students, creating a strong and supportive learning environment. The beautiful and peaceful campus is ideal for focusing on your studies. Overall, I highly recommend Nyenrode to anyone looking to further their business skills while developing as a responsible leader.
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.
A good program to get to know different aspects of your study. Courses share an interaction with one main project in each quartile. Most teachers love their job and are interesting to listen to. The campus is set up really nicely, good to enjoy during breaks.
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Saxion - CMGT - Creative Media and Game Technologies - 2.5/5 TLDR: I only recommend the CMGT course to someone who is already disciplined to REALLY study the gaming topic they are interested in outside the dedicated time for the university. If you are looking for a course that makes you "game industry ready" look elsewhere. I finished the CMGT (Creative Media and Game Technologies) course as an artist in 2022. I went to Saxion (Enschede) with the dream of becoming a concept artist for video games (as advertised on the official website), after 4 years and €10000 dept I can say that I would have gotten the same knowledge out of top €1000 in relevant courses. A lot of the topics we went through are just "oh that's interesting to know, so when can I learn to draw concept art?". There was a lack of focus for artist in general (2D and 3D), you never get deep into any topic and most things except the bare basics are for you to learn in your own time. In addition, the amount of actual gaming projects is laughable for a course that advertises itself as gaming focused. But there were good things, even great things. The fellow students were very great partners and the teachers are knowledgeable and easy going. There is a very low focus on "memorize this and write it down" type test. 95% of the (art) grades are project based, meaning you create something (concepts, prototypes etc.) with other CMGT students (Other branches of CMGT are programmer and designer). Enschede itself is a great city to life in, with more than enough places to visit to fill the years with activities. In the last 2 years the students focus on larger projects, and for me, it was the case that the actual document that will be uploaded is much, much more important than the actual product we create. This was very frustrating because as an artist, I want to make things, not write documents all day. I would only recommend the CMGT to someone that is: 1) In need of a guided education about the basics of game making (equivalent of easy to get courses online) but more expensive of course 2) Interested in living in the Netherlands and experiencing the culture 3) Looking for an "easy" bachelor that can be obtained if you put in a bit of effort 4) A hardworking individual that does the bachelor on the side while advancing in their own domain of interest. Afterword: At the end of my study, I was so removed from what I actually wanted to learn that I could not advance professionally in the field I wanted to work in (concept art). Instead, I learned some things about UI design, which to be honest is a topic I really don't care about. **Important Note: The last 2 years of my studies were impacted by the covid pandemic.
The lesson materials we are receiving are quite interesting in regards to the course. We are learning about global issues and how to handle encountering different cultures as international social workers.
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