What suits me?
Looking back at your current (or previous) studies
To make a new study choice, it is valuable to reflect on your previous study choice. By looking back at previous choices, you will be more aware of the options you have and which option suits you best. The reflection questions below can help you with this.
- Why did you choose your current study programme?
- Think about your current study programme, what did suit you? (For example, certain subjects, type of education etc.)
- What definitely didn't suit you?
- What did you learn about yourself during your current study programme?
- What is your most important question about your (study) career right now?
- What do you already know about my qualities, interests and talents?
- What do you already know about what you are looking for?
- What will help you make a choice?
Step 1: Self-knowledge
Step 2: Knowledge about study programmes
I want to study something that has to do with...
You are entrepreneurial, commercial and ambitious, you like to be at the forefront, are interested in an organisation's (turnover) figures and enjoy running your own business or managing and improving business processes. You can think process-wise and work accurately. You are a born leader, dare to take risks, are loyal to yourself and others, enjoy taking on challenges or adventures, take initiatives and never give up.
You are very interested in technology and you are analytical, independent and creative. You enjoy innovative challenges and like to work towards technological solutions.
You are healthy and physically strong, you like exercise and enjoy a challenge, you are practical and not afraid to get dirty or tackle, you are interested in the human body, you are curious about new developments, you have guts and like to take action.
Language (both written and oral) is really your thing. You are creative and curious. You can express things to the point and in an appealing way. You enjoy discovering new social media platforms and are good at connecting with others.
You like to be meaningful to others, you can empathise well with others, you like to make a social contribution, you are patient and have improvisation skills, you have a healthy dose of people skills, you are good at taking in and reflecting and you are resilient and confident.
You are creative and have artistic skills. You have a broad cultural interest and are open to new ideas and influences. You are willing to work hard and be critical of your own work.
You are interested in technology, handy with computers, conscientious, like working with your hands, get to the bottom of things, are analytical, dare to ask critical questions, are resourceful and innovative.
You are interested in improving processes, have strong organisation skills and you are independent and problem-solving-oriented. You have a talent for keeping an overview, and you thrive in an environment where efficiency and coordination are crucial.
Nothing that appeals to you?
Check online what other study programmes are on offer in the Netherlands or other countries that you are considering to continue your studies.
Step 3: Study choice
Compare study programmes and make a choice
In step 2, you may have seen some study programmes that appeal to you. In step 3, you will compare these study programmes. You can take the following characteristics into account:
- City;
- Way of teaching (e.g. lots of practice, group work or lectures);
- Examination;
- Possible specialisations;
- Admission requirements;
- Labour market possibiltities;
- Culture/atmosphere.
Hopefully you can find something you are excited about and can tie the knot!