A university of applied sciences or a research university – what suits you best?

Are you unsure between higher professional education (HBO) at a university of applied sciences or research-oriented education (WO) at a university? In the podcast series from Radboud University and the University of Applied Sciences Arnhem and Nijmegen (HAN), presenter Peter van Drunen explores the similarities and differences between the two forms of education.

In six episodes, he talks to students following the same studies but at a different educational institution. Why did they choose HBO or university? How do they experience the curriculum, supervision and student life? 

Students speaking: experiences & insights

In this podcast series, students share their experiences and give you a unique insight into their studies. Watch and listen and find out which form of education suits you best.

All podcasts are in Dutch.

Biology or Life Sciences 

You are fascinated by life in all its forms, but do you choose HBO or university? Nina studies Biology at Radboud University, Wieske Life Sciences at HAN. How do they experience classes, guidance and student life?

Communication Science or Communication

Communication is your thing, but do you choose HBO or university? Laurelle (Communication Science, Radboud University) and Kyra (Communication, HAN) share their experiences. Listen to the podcast and find out what suits you!

Pedagogical Sciences or Pedagogy

You want to contribute to the development of children and young people, but do you choose HBO or university? Jochem (Pedagogical Sciences, Radboud University) and Coco (Pedagogy, HAN) share their experiences.

Psychology or Applied Psychology

You are fascinated by human behaviour, but do you choose HBO or university? Robina (Psychology, Radboud University) and Loraine (Applied Psychology, HAN) share their experiences. 

Law or HBO Law

You want to enter the legal world, but do you choose HBO or university? Imke (Law, Radboud University) and Hans (HBO Law, HAN) share their experiences. How are they taught and what is the guidance like?

Mathematics or Teacher of Mathematics

You are strong with numbers, but do you choose HBO or university? Jelle (Mathematics, Radboud University) and Thomas (Teacher of Mathematics, HAN) share their experiences. What substantive differences are there between the two studies?