Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences was established in 1987 and is situated in Apeldoorn. With a focus on 5 key themes, “Management, Internationalisation, Diversity, Sustainability, & Innovation”, Wittenborg is one of the fastest growing independent international University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. With around 600 students from more than 80 different countries studying on its Bachelor and Master programmes in two schools, the School of Business and the School of Hospitality & Tourism. In its 10-year plan, presented in 2013, Wittenborg is aiming at growing to a broad university with totally 5 schools. The new schools that are under the development are School of Art & Technology, School of Health & Social Care, and School of Education. Wittenborg is determined to provide cross-discipline & applied-science education to assure its graduates are more suited for the future job market, within an international context.
With a clearly defined mission and philosophy, Wittenborg University offers excellent education in business studies to students from the Netherlands, Europe, and around the world, ranging from school leavers to people with professional experience and previous study qualifications. Its developing research centre, focusing on the 5 key themes Wittenborg University enables applied research to be embedded throughout its programmes.
Wittenborg University operates from a closely knit international team of professional people dedicated to excellence in business and entrepreneurship. The degree programmes are all offered completely in English. In fact, with staff from more than 20 different countries and cultures, English is the only language spoken at Wittenborg! Wittenborg offers foundation programmes and IELTS courses to both its Bachelor and Master students as well as students from other institutes.
Wittenborg University’s Education Department ensures the organisation of the curriculum is carried out as described in the Education & Examination Guides, besides being also responsible for the development and quality control of the curriculum of all the university's programmes through the Education Board. The board, made up of academic members from different areas of the University, is chaired by the University's Academic Dean, Dr Jacques Kaat. Wittenborg’s programmes are developed and monitored by the Education Board, on the one hand comparable to the research and development department of an organisation, and on the other hand to the programme management team within an institute of higher education. The Education Board is responsible for aligning its programmes with the professional field and requirements of the market.
Wittenborg Online maintains relations with its Alumni and Partners, bringing them together. Also the Alumni Club keeps contact through its Linkedin area, exchanging news of careers and jobs.
Wittenborg’s Alumni keep contact through Wittenborg Online. Maintaining contact with the academics, with fellow graduates, with new students, with companies and business organizations is an excellent opportunity for graduated students to continue forming and nurturing the business network they developed within their studies. Wittenborg’s Partners are important to help shape the development of business programmes, and offer valuable work placement places to students.
Join Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences and you join a highly motivated and dedicated organisation, operating in a multicultural environment in which more than 70 nationalities work, study, innovate and socialise together.
Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences is an entrepreneurial and innovative organisation that encourages its students to achieve to the highest levels. Wittenborg's organisation is a top down, flat level structure, which allows staff and students to interact with each other and with management, whilst still enabling the Education Board and the Examination and Graduation Board to operate within their functions, ensuring that the quality systems in place are constantly maintained.
Wittenborg utilises the personal connection built between tutor and student to offer personal and made-to-measure careers advice as necessary to students.
The project weeks, with their hands-on personal experience of different segments and aspects of businesses are also very helpful to students wanting to find out more about which careers might suit them.
The work experience a student obtains in the final phase is often a wonderful opportunity for them to get up close and personal with a career option, and many find the experience helps them make choices for their further careers.
“Wittenborg University is not just timetables, lessons and exams – it is a community of people working together with the same aims and ambitions. This community includes students, graduates, teachers and guest lecturers. It includes support staff, a housing team, an immigration team, a student union, and a medical consultancy. The school has an association of guest lecturers and advisors from business and industry, and it maintains an active list of partners in business and education, at home and abroad.
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The best decision I've made in my adult life was to apply for a Master's in International Event Management at Wittenborg. Not only have I gained the knowledge I need for my career, I've met so many people from numerous countries and made lifelong friends from all around the world. Being in an international classroom has broadened my mind and increased my level of compassion and understanding for people from different backgrounds and cultures. Group assignments were sometimes a little challenging, but I do believe we all learned the very meaningful lesson of teamwork throughout the process. This is in my opinion, a valuable skill to have if you want to excel in a multinational company and I suppose, life in general. The lecturers and support staff are also admirable and always available for assistance. Overall a great study experience.
By Nadia M. Zaman (Oct, 2019) |
I started working at Wittenborg in 2005. It’s an international, diverse and family-like environment with colleagues who are devoted to provide students with a pleasant study experience. I am a proud member of the Wittenborg team.
By Sinem Gulsen Dosdogru (Oct, 2019) |
The best decision I've made in my adult life was to apply for my Master's in International Event Management at Wittenborg. Not only have I gained the knowledge I need for my career, I've met so many people from numerous countries and made lifelong friends from all around the world. Being in an international classroom has broaden my mind and increased my level of compassion and understanding for people from different backgrounds and cultures. Group assignments were sometimes a little challenging, but I do believe we all learned the very meaningful lesson of teamwork throughout the process. This is in my opinion, a valuable skill to have if you want to excel in a multinational company and I suppose, life in general. The lecturers and support staff are also admirable and always available for assistance. Overall a great study experience.
By Nadia MZ (Feb, 2019) |
Wittenborg is the most international university of applied sciences in the Netherlands. The students are motivated, friendly and proactive. When I was doing the MSc at Wittenborg, I had 15 classmates from about 10 different countries. That was such amazing learning experience. Teachers are from the UK, Netherlands, Asia, Africa, US, etc. and they are very responsible and approachable. I really appreciate teachers, staff members and fellow schoolmates at Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences.
By MENGYUAN QIU (Mar, 2018) |
Honestly, the tutors and all workers in the university are kind and caring. Moreover, the university is developing and changing in order to attain value and utility. Much appreciation!!!
By Witney Laizer (Feb, 2018) |
The true diversity of nationalities in students and staff contributes to internationalization in higher education, a work environment that I appreciate to its full extent.
By Florian Oosterberg (Feb, 2018) |
I have been working for Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences for over 13 years and I really enjoy working in this very international and diverse organisation. Wittenborg is challenging all its staff and students to keep on learning and developing skills and competences, and support others in doing the same. Wittenborg has a friendly and stimulating environment, a great atmosphere for both studying and learning while on the job!
By Karen Penninga (Feb, 2018) |
Being a student in Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences has been a wonderful experience for me. The international environment with people with diverse nationalities become the main point of this school. As the top 4 best small universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands, the education systems in this school allow me to have the opportunity to get intense contact from the lecturers. If you are looking for school with warm atmosphere and great education system, this is the place to be!
By Nadia Deandra (Feb, 2018) |
As a student of Marketing and Communications, studying at Wittenborg is one of the best decisions I have made. With small class sizes, I felt that the attention I needed from my lecturers were given. They are approachable, and very helpful in areas I feel or have felt uncertain. I even had the opportunity to complete my Internship as Sales and Marketing Assistant. The general working culture is warm and welcoming - very casual. No fuss. Working at Wittenborg has given me the opportunity to experience the Dutch working culture with an International perspective. In a nutshell, a great place to work and/or study! :)
By Rousanna Baird (Feb, 2018) |
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At Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences in Apeldoorn, the dedication of the staff shines through, empowering students to make impressive leaps in their academic journeys.
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