hogeschool
university of applied sciences
Intermediate Noun common
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Pronunciation
/ˈɦoː.ɣə.sxoːl/
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Cultural Note
Despite the name suggesting 'high school,' a Dutch 'hogeschool' is a higher education institution offering bachelor's degrees (HBO). It focuses on practical, applied learning rather than academic research, and is equally respected as a career path.
📝 Example Sentences
Ik studeer aan de Hogeschool van Amsterdam.
I study at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences.
Op de hogeschool doe je veel praktijkervaring op.
At the hogeschool you gain a lot of practical experience.