Robin – DD student from Indonesia

“Studying here is hands on, personal, and truly prepares you for the real world.”

Starting at Fontys was a big change for me. I came from a very theoretical system with lots of memorisation and testing. At Fontys, learning became my own responsibility. My progress suddenly depended on my motivation and my willingness to grow — and that felt empowering.

Instead of traditional exams, we work on real projects in multidisciplinary teams. This helped me develop not only technical skills, but also communication, teamwork, and problem solving — all essential in today’s industry.

The international environment has been just as important. Working with students from many countries and backgrounds opened my mind and prepared me for global professional settings. The teachers are approachable and supportive, which gave me confidence when facing challenges.

Studying in the Netherlands also means strong industry exposure. Fontys works closely with many recognised companies, so we see real opportunities during and after our studies. For Dual Degree students, this is a huge advantage, because our combined skill set is valued by industry partners.

I would strongly recommend Fontys to anyone looking for practical, international education that truly prepares you for the future.