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Study in Enschede

Photo Renate La Poutre

Enschede, located in the East of the Netherlands, is a city of technology, innovation and creativity. With 30.000 students Enschede is a real student city with many opportunities.

Study in Enschede

Enschede through the eyes of ArtEZ students

“A place full of surprises”

“A place full of surprises”

Ana Garcia de Alba, student in Crossmedia Design, never thought that she would feel so at home in Enschede: "But it ended up giving me everything I was looking for.”

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“A little rebellious”

“A little rebellious”

Born in Lelystad and raised in Friesland, Chanella has found her creative home in the eastern part of the country. “To me, Enschede is a place where I can be completely myself, in both my art and the cultural scene.”

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"Simultaneously progressive and full of contradictions"

"Simultaneously progressive and full of contradictions"

Some might consider Enschede a bit out of the way, but for Kees Huitink, it’s the perfect place to be. "I feel completely at home here," says the Pop Academy student, who thrives in the city.

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This is Enschede

As a student in the technological, innovative and creative city of Enschede, you have plenty of room. It is the largest city in the eastern Netherlands and known for its friendly atmosphere. There is a lively city center. The Oude Markt is the bustling heart of Twente's coziness. Do you just want some peace and quiet? You don't have to travel far to enjoy nature, because Enschede has been declared the "Greenest City in the Netherlands. Wherever you go, you are surrounded by beautiful countryside or and historic city parks.

ArtEZ courses in Enschede

Tailor Made Music in Education Enschede

Tailor Made Music in Education Enschede

Bachelor's
Enschede
Dutch

Would you like to become a music teacher and do you already have a bachelor degree in music or education? If so, you can do an abridged course in Music in Education for a first-degree teaching qualification. No new students will be admitted from the 2025 academic year onwards.

Fine Art

Fine Art

4 years, full-time

Bachelor's
Enschede
Dutch, English

Want to become an artist, photographer, filmmaker or curator? Discover the Fine Art course at AKI ArtEZ Academy of Art & Design in Enschede.

MediaMusic

MediaMusic

4 years, full-time

Bachelor's
Enschede
Dutch

In MediaMusic, you learn how to become a music producer or composer. This course prepares you for life as a musician, composer, sound designer or audio engineer.

Academy of Pop Music

Academy of Pop Music

4 years, full time

Bachelor's
Enschede
Dutch

Want to become a musician and cultural entrepreneur in the music industry? Discover the ArtEZ Academy of Pop Music in Enschede. You will graduate with the right skills, expertise, experience and network and an excellent starting position in the music industry.

Crossmedia Design

Crossmedia Design

4 years, full-time

Bachelor's
Enschede
Dutch, English

Want to become a designer, photographer or art director? Discover the Crossmedia Design course at the Design Department at the Academy of Art & Design in Enschede.

Music Therapy

Music Therapy

4 years, full-time

Bachelor's
Enschede
Dutch

Make a difference with your musical talent. In the Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy you learn how to use music to connect with people and help them with their challenges. As an experienced therapist and musician, you contribute to the health of many.

Moving Image

Moving Image

4 years, full-time

Bachelor's
Enschede
English

Would you like to study film, while having plenty of room for experimentation and research? Explore the world of film and video at the bachelor course Moving Image, at AKI ArtEZ in Enschede.

Music in Education

Music in Education

4 years, full-time

Bachelor's
Enschede
Dutch

Do you enjoy the excitement of standing in front of an group? Would you like to contribute to innovation in education using music technology and artificial intelligence? Then choose the Music in Education course at ArtEZ Academy of Music in Enschede.

Music Therapy

Music Therapy

2 years part time

Master's
Enschede
English

Master the dynamic integration of evidence-based practice, neuroscience, and advanced musicianship in our hybrid Master of Music Therapy program. As a practicing music therapist, you'll collaborate with distinguished experts to advance both your therapeutic practice and the field through research and advanced clinical approaches. This program equips you to become a leader who shapes the future of music therapy through clinical excellence, original research, and impactful community engagement.

The Sound of Innovation

The Sound of Innovation

2 years, full-time

Master's
Enschede
English

The master's course The Sound of Innovation is about discovery. Discover yourself and your own unique musical talents, and use them in exciting and new ways. Develop innovative creations, projects and concepts that have their roots in music, but reach as far as your imagination allows you to. Expand your professional practice to include music and other sound-based creations that cross boundaries between sectors and challenge existing conventions. No new students will be admitted from the 2025 academic year onwards.