Education
Education at Rotterdam University has been developed to combine a mixture of knowledge accumulation, practical experience and personal development, reflecting the practical, innovative and hands-on mentality associated with the city of Rotterdam.
3 Keystones of our Programmes
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Knowledge track:
This track includes modules aiming at acquiring knowledge,
theoretical concepts and skills.
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Practical track:
This track includes modules in which students work on solutions for
projects and research questions directly derived from the
professional field.
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Student track: This
track offers students the opportunity to choose modules or
assignments that meet their own individual learning objectives and
gives room for individual coaching and student support.
These three keystones are embedded in all our programmes.
The basic principle is that students acquire knowledge and
skills which they directly learn to put into practice.
During the first phase of the study programme, the emphasis lies
mainly on the knowledge track as students acquire the basic
knowledge and skills necessary in their field.
As the student progresses through the study programme, the
intensity of the practical track and the student track increases.
Interaction between the school and the professional field is an
important part of this approach.
Throughout the programme, the complexity level rises and
students learn to act independently. Group work is encouraged,
including collaborations with students from other programmes,
faculties and partner universities. Lecturers and experts from
professional practice remain at hand for stimulation and
inspiration. Throughout the entire programme students receive
individual study coaching.