My Educational Background
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
What is NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences?
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences or NHL Stenden for short is a higher education institution in northern Netherlands, with campuses in Leeuwarden, Emmen and other locations. The university offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs in fields like business, health, hospitality, and technology.
Known for its practical approach, NHL Stenden emphasizes real-world learning through internships, projects, and collaborations with industry partners. Students gain hands-on experience and international perspectives through exchanges and global partnerships.
What do I do at NHL Stenden?
I am currently in my first year and pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Information Technology at NHL Stenden in Emmen.
This section will be expanded in the future!
In Short
I am currently studying Information Technology at NHL Stenden.
If you wish to see more about what I did at NHL Stenden, you're welcome to visit my NHL Stenden portfolio.
Hondsrug College (Senior General Secondary Education)
What is Hondsrug College?
Hondsrug College in Emmen, Drenthe, Netherlands, is a Christian secondary school catering to over 1,800 students annually. The school offers education at various levels, including VMBO/MAVO, HAVO, and VWO, ensuring tailored pathways for diverse learners.
The institution is dedicated to fostering personal growth, academic excellence, and social responsibility within a supportive and inclusive environment. Equipped with modern facilities, Hondsrug College provides a rich array of extracurricular activities in sports, arts, and cultural events, promoting holistic development. Emphasizing community involvement and global awareness, the school prepares students to be empathetic, responsible citizens ready to contribute positively to society.
What did I do at Hondsrug College?
I graduated from Hondsrug College with a HAVO (Senior General Secondary Education) diploma. HAVO is a five-year program that prepares students for higher professional education (HBO). HAVO is also compared to US high schools that offer specialized academic or technical tracks to help students focus on their future career paths.
During my time at HAVO, I also participated in the ICT-Lyceum. The ICT-Lyceum offers a comprehensive ICT education for MAVO, HAVO, and VWO students, which is unique in the Netherlands. In addition to your diploma, you receive an ICT-Lyceum certificate. With your portfolio, you can showcase your skills to colleges or universities. The curriculum is created in collaboration with NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences, other educational institutions, and regional businesses. You work on exciting ICT projects and discover your talents in the fields of ICT.
What did I do during the ICT-Lyceum?
During the ICT-Lyceum, I worked on Web Development, Databases, Hardware, a bit of AI, Graphic Design, and small projects in Game Development (Roblox Studios) and Hardware and Web Development. My final project, the Master Project was Hondsrug Quest.
In Short
I graduated with a HAVO diploma and participated in the ICT-Lyceum, where I focused on web development, hardware, AI, graphic design, and various projects, including Hondsrug Quest. This project made open days more interactive and educational with a quest system, login function, leaderboard, and database.
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