Zeeland is different. A holiday destination. No sky-high rents. No getting lost in a lecture hall of 500 strangers. Just space to focus, real friendships, and a quality of life you won't find in a big city. It's also the sunniest province in the Netherlands. More outdoor time, more energy, more of the life you actually came here for. And when you want the city? Antwerp is 45 minutes away. Rotterdam 90. Brussels under an hour. But the best? The beach is always around the corner.
Why studying in The Netherlands?
- No. 1 English proficiency
The Netherlands tops the 2025 EF English Proficiency Index, meaning nearly everyone you meet, on campus or off, speaks English fluently
- Strong economy
The Netherlands is consistently ranked among the top 10 most competitive economies in the world, according to recent global competitiveness rankings
- Internationally minded
Around 90% of Dutch people speak English. Dutch culture is direct and open, which makes it one of the easier countries to actually feel at home
- Safe place to live
The Netherlands ranks among the top 10 happiest and safest countries globally. As an international student, you’ll find a welcoming, open society
Study in Zeeland
Sunniest province
In The Netherlands
650 km of coastline
Study close to nature and the beach
‘I decided to stay in Zeeland because I appreciate its peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. The region offers a healthy balance between work and personal life, allowing me to focus on my career while still enjoying a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle. For young international professionals, Zeeland can be an attractive place to live and work. Its calm environment, slower pace of life, and lack of big-city distractions create the ideal setting for those who want to develop professionally while maintaining a good work-life balance. At the same time, the welcoming community and high quality of life make it easy to feel at home and enjoy everything the region has to offer.’
Fablendhy from Suriname
Vlissingen & Middelburg
Depending on your programme, you will study in Vlissingen or Middelburg. Both are compact, international student towns
Middelburg
A stunning medieval centre with cobblestone streets, weekly markets and terraces that fill up the moment the sun comes out. Your campus is right in the middle of it all.
Vlissingen
Wake up, walk to the sea. Vlissingen has a raw, breezy energy. Beach bars, a vibrant boulevard, and a tight-knit student community that makes it feel like your own little world.