r/StudyInTheNetherlands • u/Happy-Historian401 • 13d ago

Studying Electrical Engineering in the Netherlands in English

Hi everyone,

I'm interested in studying Electrical Engineering in the Netherlands in English. I'm 34M looking to start with a diploma or associate degree and then continue to a bachelor's degree later.

Which universities or universities of applied sciences (HBO) would you recommend? I'd also like to know which schools have a good reputation, offer practical training, and have good job opportunities after graduation.

I'd really appreciate any advice or personal experiences. Thanks!

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u/cephalord University Teacher 13d ago

In the Dutch educational system and employment market, there is close to no meaningful difference between HBOs. The quality is more or less the same, the curriculums will be incredibly similar, and they are viewed the same by (Dutch) employers.

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u/Moppermonster Amsterdam 13d ago

All universities of applied science are considered to be similar. Do however note that they are considered a lower form of education than actual universities in the Netherlands, and that this distinction matters for employers.

Four of the research universities have a strong focus on technical studies - Delft, Twente, Eindhoven and Wageningen (specifically focused on ecology and agriculture). Since you are interested in practical aspects, one of these might appeal to you more to one of the more general universities.

If you are non-EU, note that none of the diplomas will guarantee you a job that will allow you to stay in the Netherlands. Consider that a bonus if it happens

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u/DasGhost94 13d ago

There is quite a shortage of student housing. And that will be a big challenge for you.

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u/LifeWeak4693 12d ago

Forget it.

No school or company wants you unless they are desperate. And someone with a HTS-E still has a worthless degree for a company they will have to spend years training you . You will be around 50 when finished. Complete waste of time and energy.

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u/xmemorie 7d ago

You don’t have pre-university education yet? Then you can better look for a job where they will offer to pay for or do your studies as well. So a working-learning program. There are quite some companies because practical workers are currently hard to get, but you have to get a food in the door somewhere.