Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
$13,000
Tuition/yr
40,000
Enrollment
About Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences is a large Dutch hogeschool with 40,000+ students offering English-taught bachelor's and master's degrees across 9 schools.
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (Hogeschool Rotterdam) is a publicly funded university of applied sciences established in 1988 through the merger of 19 higher education institutions. With over 40,000 students and approximately 4,000 staff, it is one of the largest applied sciences universities in the Netherlands, operating through 9 schools that span business, engineering, health care, social work, education, creative arts, and maritime studies.
The university's English-taught programs are concentrated in Rotterdam Business School, the School of Engineering and Applied Science, and the Willem de Kooning Academy for art and design. Rotterdam Mainport Institute offers specialized programs in shipping and transport, directly linked to Rotterdam's role as Europe's largest seaport. The institution emphasizes practice-based learning through real-world projects and applied research, awarding professionally oriented bachelor's (HBO) and master's degrees.
The university is based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands' second-largest city and the busiest port in Europe. The city has a strong international character, with a large expatriate and student community. Rotterdam's economy is driven by logistics, trade, engineering, and business services, giving students direct access to industry networks in these fields.
For Nepali students
- Rotterdam UAS offers English-taught bachelor's programs in International Business, Engineering, and Creative Media at a tuition fee of approximately €11,949 per year (2026-2027) for non-EEA students, which is significantly lower than comparable programs in the UK or Australia, making it a cost-competitive option for Nepali students.
- After completing a degree, international graduates from accredited Dutch institutions including Rotterdam UAS are eligible to apply for the Netherlands Orientation Year permit (Zoekjaar), a 12-month post-study work visa that allows free access to the Dutch labour market without employer sponsorship, a strong pathway to EU work experience.
- Rotterdam Business School's focus on international trade, logistics, and supply chain management aligns well with sectors where Nepali professionals are increasingly sought, and Rotterdam's port economy provides internship and placement opportunities that are embedded in the curriculum.
- The Netherlands has no application fee at most universities, a relatively affordable cost of living compared to Western European capitals, and a widely English-speaking population, which lowers the practical barriers for Nepali students transitioning to study life abroad.
Programs(10)
Bachelor of Business Administration
Business & ManagementBSc International Business
Business & ManagementBSc Communication and Media Design
Arts & Social SciencesBSc Built Environment
EngineeringBSc Engineering
EngineeringBSc Social Work
Arts & Social SciencesBSc Nursing
Nursing & Health SciencesMSc Business Administration
Business & ManagementMSc Digital Marketing
Business & ManagementMSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management
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