University of Applied Sciences (HBO) vs. University (WO): What's the Deal?

One the hardest things to explain in Dutch higher education is the difference between a traditional research university education (called WO in Dutch) and a University of Applied Sciences Education (called HBO in Dutch) like the European Studies programme in The Hague. There are many misconceptions out there and this video tries to explain it quickly and clearly, illustrating the fact that the main difference is the balance between theory and practice: Universities are more theoretical and Universities of Applied Sciences are more practical. Take a look and see what HBO is all about and what it has to offer so that you can make sure you choose the right study. Keep in mind: it's not about what's better. It's about what's better for YOU.

[matgud]

Does the diploma of a traditional research university education (called WO in Dutch) and a University of Applied Sciences Education (called HBO in Dutch) have the same value?

[Ankitgupta-znlo]

I looking for doing International business administration bachelors, Can you tell between WO and HBO which degree is more preferred when applying for the job after graduation, also I would be doing masters in future only part time if I do. Please guide

[krishnak]

Hi am from India. Currently my son doing his batchelor degree. He is planning to do masters in AIML at Netherlands. Which one is best HBO or WO. Pl suggest.

[laurat]

Hello! Sorry, but I don't understand, what is HBO and WO? How can I choose International Foundation Year in StudieLink?

[sitakondhia]

Hello. Can a student, who has done a bachelor in an HBO university, apply easily for a master in Germany or another country in Europe or abroad?

[ghostxl]

I have modified My diploma and got HAVO it must be VWO but i don't know why they only gave me HAVO. I studied 7 years in middle bare school scientific section and i graduated but they gave me HAVO. Anyway i would like to continue studying in Nederlands but the problem is Dutch language i have only B1 dutch level and C1 English but most HBO here is in Dutch and they requires B2 Niveau that makes so mad. Do you guys know where I can enroll for HBO with English programs ?

[rudhraplays]

Hello sir! This year i wanted to start bachelor law course in amsterdam but in the application they ask if i want to choose wo or hbo. I don’t know what to choose and whats better.