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Hanzehogeschool, Hogeschool van Groningen

University of Professional Education, Zernikeplein 7, 9747 As Groningen, THE Netherlands
3.90 / 5 based on 264 reviews.

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86% of students recommend
264 reviews
Housing
3.6/5
 All experiences (264)
Student life
4.3/5
 5 stars (60)
Academic
3.8/5
 4 stars (132)
Languages
4.2/5
 3 stars (66)
Expenses
3.5/5
 2 stars (6)
Overall
4.3/5
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“Groningen is a fantastic student city, and you MUST have a bike ... its definitely a requirement :-) . You will have a fantastic time if you go here, and don't be afraid to get involved with everything you can!” Read Review
cmc227, United States

Hanzehogeschool, Hogeschool van Groningen review by Christina

Review by Christina, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, United States
Business Studies, University Agreement
HOUSING    
Personal assessment
Cost
KEY:
Couldn't have asked for more.
Pretty good.
Could've been better, but didn't lessen the overall experience.
Disappointing.
Facilities
Location
Cleanliness
Space
Type of housing: International House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? The experience living with other international students is fantastic! You meet people from all over the world, and make awesome friends.
Personal comments:
The housing is most always international, and there are houses spread throughout the city. They range in cleanliness and cost..
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STUDENT LIFE    
Personal social experience
Activities
KEY:
Amazing! Hardly had time to study.
Plenty to do when I had the time.
So-so.
Did not get involved.
Nightlife
Travel
Overall
Describe host city: Student life dominates the city
Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal comments:
Of course check out the Three Sisters.. good for a coffee, a drink or even dancing! Plus Molly's and Sally's for the international nights.
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ACADEMIC       3.0 / 5
My academic experiences
Quality of courses
KEY:
Fantastic.
Pretty good.
Could've been a bit better.
Disappointing.
Variety of courses
Availability/access to resources
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with other international students
Interaction with local students
Course recommendations:
Pretty simple courses, but you learn a lot with the surroundings!



My opinion of the university assessment
Exams at end of course
KEY:
Liked it.
It was alright.
A bit annoying.
Didn't like it.
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course.
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
Overall
Personal comments:
SOO much group work, which is great experience, but hard coming from a host university that barely uses it.

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Language difficulties
Social
KEY:
No problems.
I coped pretty well.
Sometimes it was difficult.
It was a constant struggle.
Educational
Administrative / Institutional
Overall
Language of instruction: English
Local language was: Different than language of instruction.
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Was learning the local language a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my knowledge
How much did you improve your local language?
My level before: Did not speak it
My level after: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
Personal comments:
Everyone speaks English, but it is nice to really immerse yourself into the local culture and learn a little Dutch. I joined a volleyball club, with all Dutch players, and am learning a lot! I recommend joining any type of club within the University!
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EXPENSES    
The accessibility of student needs
Second-hand text books
KEY:
Very easy.
Minimal effort.
Accessible but required effort.
Almost impossible.
Second-hand household items
Computers / Internet
Administrative
Money from home
Main source of funding:
Other
Other sources of funding:
Family
A private grant
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits:
Have done more extracurricular activities, hense more costs! But it's worth it!
Food, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone: was more expensive than at home.
Housing: was the same price as at home.
Travel: was less expensive than at home.
Personal comments:
Eurolines has special offers for traveling, and trips within the international offices have special deals.. and don't forget about low-cost airlines in Europe!
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OVERALL    
Important to choosing this university...
Academic reasons
KEY:
Very Important.
Important.
Not really important.
Unimportant.
Culture
Costs
Activities
Campus life
Party / people
Weather / Location
I wish I had known...
Just needed to save more money for travelling!
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
KEY:
Happened all the time.
Happened quite a lot.
Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
It is a good university if you want to work in groups A LOT, and if you want a little free time as well. But the overall experience was very positive, as you are working side-by-side with students from all walks of life.



FINAL COMMENTS

Groningen is a fantastic student city, and you MUST have a bike ... its definitely a requirement :-) . You will have a fantastic time if you go here, and don't be afraid to get involved with everything you can!
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