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Best Green University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands by Keuzegids 2025

We are proud that HAS green academy has once again been named the best green university of applied sciences in the Netherlands by Keuzegids 2025. This prestigious recognition underscores our ongoing commitment to quality and innovation in green education.

Publication date
07-11-2024

“We are extremely proud of this result,” says Reggy van der Wielen, Chairman of the Executive Board. “It confirms the strong position of our university and the societal value of our programmes.”

Keuzegids, a leading independent guide for higher education, has praised our university for its excellent educational programmes, dedicated lecturers, and strong connection with the professional field. This is a great achievement and a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team.

This year, there is extra reason to celebrate as our Livestock Farming programme has joined the TOP programmes. This recognition highlights the quality, good atmosphere, and innovative nature of our livestock farming programmes, which prepare students for a sustainable and future-oriented career in the agricultural sector.

5 TOP Programmes

Programmes that score more than 75 points receive the TOP programme quality seal. At HAS green academy, this applies to the 5 programmes listed below. New to this list this year is the Livestock Farming programme.

Applied Biology, Venlo
Animal Husbandry, Den Bosch – new TOP programme
International Food & Agribusiness, Den Bosch
Business Administration & Agribusiness/Food Business, Den Bosch
Food Technology, Den Bosch

Each programme is assessed in the Keuzegids on various aspects. A distinction is made between student opinions from the National Student Survey and study success rates. Student opinions count for 71.4% and study success rates for 28.6%.

Want to know more? https://keuzegids.nl/ en https://keuzegids.nl/methodiek-keuzegids-hbo-2025/


Our students and staff continue to commit to sustainability and innovation, and this recognition motivates us to continue our mission: educating the green professionals of the future.

“This achievement is proof of the high quality of our education and the unwavering commitment of our staff,” adds Patrick Cramers, Vice Chairman of the Executive Board. “Their dedication and passion make this success possible, and we are very grateful to them for that.”

Sustainable Development Goals

  • sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger
  • Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education
  • Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth
  • Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
  • Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production
  • Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate action
  • Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life below water
  • Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on land
  • Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the goals