NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences is a state‑funded university of applied sciences formed in 2018 through the merger of NHL Hogeschool and Stenden Hogeschool, and enrolling over 22,000 students from more than 100 countries. It offers a wide range of internationally oriented associate, bachelor’s and master’s programs taught in English and Dutch, with a strong emphasis on practical, real‑world learning through Design‑Based Education and industry projects that prepare graduates for professional careers. With multiple campuses in the Netherlands and partner locations around the world, NHL Stenden fosters a multicultural environment and close collaboration between students, faculty and the professional field, blending academic knowledge with hands‑on experience and global opportunities.