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The Hague University (HHS)

Johanna Westerdijkplein 75, 2521 EN Den Haag, THE Netherlands, The Hague
3.93 / 5 based on 222 reviews.
Description:
The Haagse Hogeschool offers some 30 four-year undergraduate programmes leading to a degree that is fully equivalent to a bachelor's degree. Many of the programmes can be taken on either a full­time or part­time basis.


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84% of students recommend
222 reviews
Housing
3.5/5
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Student life
4.3/5
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Academic
4.2/5
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4.3/5
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“The Netherlands is very flat so travelling by a bike is possible and it is a very dutch thing to do!” Read Review
megankennedy87, United Kingdom

The Hague University review by Megan

Review by Megan, The Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, United Kingdom
Business Studies, Erasmus
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: Apartment/House
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why? I live close to the University and within walking distance to the town in a nice area.
Personal comments:
The flat I live in, is one of the best flats provided by the University. The rooms are of good size and not overly expensive.
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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: Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Nightlife: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal comments:
Paard Cafe - One of the best places to go if you love live music, there is often bands playing on a Wednesday and Friday night for free. These are new and upcoming bands, the drinks are cheap and the atmosphere is lively!
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ACADEMIC       4.5 / 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:
Pick courses you find interesting - There are often courses not offered at home universities which are available.



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:
The timetables were a little confusing to those who use different systems, but overall not too bad!

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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:
As the course was taught in English, I chose a Dutch class and Dutch Culture class so I could be able to ommunicate in the Netherlands albeit basic Dutch but it made me feel attached to the Netherlands and to understand the history/culture behind the country.
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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:
An ERASMUS grant
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Government assistance
An ERASMUS grant
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits:
Compared to the UK, some aspects are cheaper in continental Europe such as food and clothing. I spent more on travel to make the most of my time in the Netherlands by travelling around the country and to the neighbouring countries.
Travel, Telephone: was more expensive than at home.
Overall, Housing: was the same price as at home.
Food, Nightlife: was less expensive than at home.
Personal comments:
Buy a discount rail card! Also look out for special offers and student offers!
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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...
If you are stuck, just ask someone, a lot of Dutch people are fluent in English so it can solve a few problems!
In my opinion:
Most people loved it.



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:
The university is a fun and lively place, there are always excursions and trips planned. The classes are short but informative and they are full of different opinions from people from different cultures.



FINAL COMMENTS

The Netherlands is very flat so travelling by a bike is possible and it is a very dutch thing to do!
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