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Overview
Founded in 1944, the Driestar Hogeschool (Driestar Christian University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the small city of Gouda (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South Holland. Officially recognized by the Nederlands-Vlaamse Accreditatieorganisatie (Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders), Driestar Hogeschool is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Dutch higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Protestant religion. Driestar Hogeschool offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 80-year-old Dutch higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Dutch higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Driestar Hogeschool also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
Control
public
Entity
non-profit
Size
very small-sized
Selectivity
least selective
University Identity
| Name | Driestar Hogeschool  |
|---|---|
| Name (English) | Driestar Christian University |
| Acronym | |
| Founded | 1944 |
| Motto | Talent in ontwikkeling |
| Colours | Blue, red and purple |
| Screenshot |  |
| Video Presentation | n.a.; please submit an official Driestar Hogeschool general video presentation. |
University Location
| Address | Burgemeester Jamessingel 2 Gouda 2803 PD South Holland Netherlands |
|---|---|
| Location Map and Satellite View | |
 | +31 (182) 540310 |
 | +31 (182) 538449 |
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels
Introduction
What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.
Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix
The following Driestar Hogeschool's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Driestar Hogeschool's academic range and degree level offering.
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Pre-Bachelor's degrees
It includes undergraduate programs and courses that:
1) lead to tertiary certificates, diplomas, and foundation or associate degrees that are below the bachelor's degree level.
2) usually take less than 2 years to complete.
The UNESCO International Standard Classification of Education classifies these as short-cycle tertiary education (ISCED Level 5) programs that are typically practically based, vocational or occupationally specific and prepare for labor market entry. These programs may also provide a pathway to other tertiary programs such as bachelor's degrees.
Bachelor's degrees
It includes undergraduate programs and courses that:
1) lead to bachelor's degrees.
2) usually take between 3 to 5 years to complete.
The UNESCO International Standard Classification of Education classifies these as bachelor's or equivalent (ISCED Level 6) programs that are designed to provide intermediate academic and/or professional knowledge, skills and competencies leading to a first tertiary degree or equivalent qualification.
Master's degrees
It includes postgraduate programs and courses that:
1) lead to master's degrees.
2) usually take between 1 to 3 years to complete.
The UNESCO International Standard Classification of Education classifies these as master's or equivalent (ISCED Level 7) programs that are designed to provide advanced academic and/or professional knowledge, skills and competencies leading to a second tertiary degree or equivalent qualification.
Doctoral degree
It includes postgraduate programs and courses that:
1) lead to doctorate degrees.
2) usually take 4 or more years to complete.
The UNESCO International Standard Classification of Education classifies these as doctorate or equivalent (ISCED Level 8) programs that are designed primarily to lead to an advanced research qualification, usually concluding with the submission and defense of a substantive dissertation of publishable quality based on original research.
Arts & Humanities
This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:
- Applied Arts
- Classics
- Design
- Education
- Fine Arts
- History
- Literature
- Museum Studies
- Performing Arts
- Philosophy
- Religion and Theology
- Visual Arts
- Other Arts & Humanities Studies
Business & Social Sciences
This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:
- Accounting / Finance
- Anthropology / Archaeology
- Business / Commerce / Management
- Communication and Media Studies
- Development Studies
- Economics
- Geography
- Law
- Library and Information Science
- Physical Education / Sport Science
- Political and International Studies
- Social Policy / Public Administration
- Social Work
- Sociology / Psychology
- Tourism / Hospitality
- Other Business & Social Science Studies
Language & Cultural
This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:
- Aboriginal / Indigenous People Studies
- African Studies
- American & Caribbean Studies
- Ancient and Modern Languages
- Asian Studies
- English Studies
- European Studies
- French Studies
- Germanic Studies
- Indian / South Asian Studies
- Italian Studies
- Middle Eastern Studies
- Portuguese Studies
- Russian / Eastern European Studies
- Spanish Studies
- Other Language & Cultural Studies
Medicine & Health
This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:
- Anaesthesia
- Anatomy
- Biomedical Science
- Dentistry
- Dermatology
- Medicine / Surgery
- Natural / Alternative Medicine
- Nursing
- Obstetrics / Gynaecology
- Optometry / Ophthalmology
- Orthopaedics
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Pediatrics
- Pathology
- Podiatry
- Psychiatry
- Radiography
- Speech / Rehabilitation / Physiotherapy
- Other Medical & Health Studies
Engineering
This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Agricultural Engineering
- Architectural Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Computer and IT Engineering
- Electronic and Electrical Engineering
- General Engineering
- Geological Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering
- Mining and Metallurgical Engineering
- Other Engineering Studies
Science & Technology
This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:
- Agriculture / Forestry / Botany
- Aquaculture / Marine Science
- Architecture
- Aviation
- Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology
- Chemistry
- Computer / Information Technology
- Energy / Environmental Studies
- Food Science
- Geology
- Mathematics / Statistics
- Multimedia
- Neuroscience
- Pharmacy / Pharmacology
- Physics
- Textiles and Fibre Science
- Zoology / Veterinary Science
- Other Science & Technology Studies
Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Driestar Hogeschool's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.
Programs and Courses
Courses and Programs
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Tuition Fees
Introduction
Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.
Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix
This Driestar Hogeschool's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Driestar Hogeschool.
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
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| Local students | 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) | Not reported |
| International students | 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) | Not reported |
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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Driestar Hogeschool's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.
Admissions
Introduction
Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
Admission Information
uniRank publishes below some basic Driestar Hogeschool's admission information.
Gender Admission
Gender Admission This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Admission Selection
Admission Selection Has Driestar Hogeschool a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
Admission Rate
Admission Rate Driestar Hogeschool's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.
International Students Admission
International Students Admission International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Admission Office
Admission Office Postbus 368
Gouda 2800 AJ
(182) 540333
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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Driestar Hogeschool's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.
Size and Profile
Introduction
University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.
Size and Profile
uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Driestar Hogeschool.
Student Enrollment
Student Enrollment Driestar Hogeschool has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.
Academic Staff
Academic Staff This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).
Control Type
Control Type Driestar Hogeschool is a public higher education institution.
Entity Type
Entity Type Driestar Hogeschool is a non-profit higher education institution.
Campus Setting
Campus Setting Not reported
Academic Calendar
Academic Calendar This institution adopts a Quarters type of academic calendar.
Religious Affiliation
Religious Affiliation Driestar Hogeschool has a Christian-Protestant affiliation.
Facilities and Services
Introduction
What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.
University Facilities
uniRank provides below an overview of Driestar Hogeschool's main facilities:
University Library
University Library This institution has a physical Library.
University Housing
University Housing Not reported
Sport Facilities/Activities
Sport Facilities/Activities Not reported
University Services
uniRank provides below an overview of Driestar Hogeschool's main services:
Financial Aid
Financial Aid Not reported
Study Abroad
Study Abroad This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
Distance Learning
Distance Learning Not reported
Academic Counseling
Academic Counseling Not reported
Career Services
Career Services Not reported
Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Driestar Hogeschool's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.
Recognition and Accreditation
Introduction
There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.
Institutional Recognition or Accreditation
Driestar Hogeschool is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Nederlands-Vlaamse Accreditatieorganisatie
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1950
Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations
Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Driestar Hogeschool's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).
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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Driestar Hogeschool as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).
Memberships and Affiliations
Introduction
University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.
Affiliations and Memberships
uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Driestar Hogeschool's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.
- International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education (IAPCHE)
Academic Structure
Introduction
Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
Academic Structure
Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of Driestar Hogeschool's official first-level academic divisions. If you are an official representative you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).
Social Media
Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Driestar Hogeschool's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Facebook
Facebook Driestar Hogeschool's Facebook page
X (Twitter)
X (Twitter) Driestar Hogeschool's X (formerly Twitter) page
YouTube
YouTube n.a.
Instagram
Instagram Driestar Hogeschool's Instagram page
LinkedIn
LinkedIn TikTok
TikTok n.a.
Free Online Courses
Open Education Global
Open Education GlobalThis higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.
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