In addition to satisfaction, it is important that students feel a sense of belonging to their programme of study. We have seen an increase in this area as well this year. The overall sense of belonging has risen to 3.81, bringing it closer to the national average of 3.85. The number of programmes scoring above 4 is particularly notable. There are now 34 programmes scoring above 4, which is 10 more than in 2024.
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences also scores higher than the average for universities of applied sciences in the Randstad conurbation
In addition to the aforementioned results, RUAS also scores higher than the average for all large universities of applied sciences in the Randstad conurbation on other themes. These themes include study guidance, assessment, atmosphere, and engagement. Only when compared with the national average are Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences' scores slightly lower.
Excessive study pressure continues to decrease
In 2022, the final year of the pandemic, 38 per cent of students still reported experiencing excessive study pressure. By 2025, this figure had fallen to 31 per cent. Around one in four students report often or always feeling under too much pressure to achieve good results. The well-being of our students is currently being investigated in depth through the annual Student Well-being Monitor survey. The first results of this survey are expected in June.
Would you like to know how your study programme scored?
A total of 12,766 students participated in the NSE, accounting for around 33.5 per cent of respondents. This is higher than in previous years and higher than the national average of 31.8 per cent. Would you like to see the other scores? View them by study programme on Studiekeuze123 or create your own comparison on the NSE Dashboard.