International Student Population
The international student population at Saxion has doubled in the past two years, and in view of Saxion’s focus on internationalisation there is little doubt that this figure will continue to grow. The total currently stands at 3,500 students from outside of the Netherlands, which is an impressive 14% of the overall total.
Saxion attracts students from all corners of the world: Afghanistan, Brazil, China, Egypt, Finland, Ghana, Hungary, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, Sudan, Taiwan, Uganda, Vietnam… the list represents an A-Z of 74 nationalities, contributing to a truly multi-cultural learning experience.
International approach
We are very proud of our diverse student body. Our international student population tops 3,500 students with a total of 89 different nationalities. Many of Saxion's full-time educational courses are already conducted in English, with more being added each year. Our international classrooms are made up of a mix of students from all over the world. In this way we provide you with a truly multi-cultural experience in which you can compare experiences with and learn from fellow students of different backgrounds and nationalities.
Support to students
Education at Saxion is very student-focused and we offer you support not only from an academic point of view but also in terms of your personal development. While studying at Saxion University you will have the opportunity to gain both the knowledge and the skills you require to continue on your chosen career path.Although Saxion University of Applied Sciences was set up in its present form just over ten years ago, when the Hogeschool Enschede and Hogeschool IJsellandmerged in1998, Saxion’s roots can be traced back to 1875.Saxion University is registered as a public funded university of applied science, and in legal terms Saxion University is established as a Foundation under Dutch law.
At Saxion we have many modern facilities and services to help you with your study. Next to our Connect programme, which is a career development programme directly after graduation, we also have a Top Talent Programme and Service point for you. On our campuses we also have many labs and a libraby available for you.
Labs
At Saxion we have various labs which you can use. From clothes that check your heartbeat to medical robots, one surprise after another awaits you in Saxion's labs and practical training rooms. Here we offer practical-oriented teaching and conduct research, often in collaboration with other local parties, companies, and other institutions. Find out what our labs can do for you.
Library
At Saxion we value written and digital knowledge. This all comes together in our library on campus.
Saxion Library has three branches: in Enschede, Deventer and Apeldoorn. Every registered student is a member of the library and can borrow material with a valid student card.