Our educational approach focuses on personal growth, independence, and professional readiness rather than traditional lecture-style teaching.

Teaching Methods

• 5-Week Blocks: You study a maximum of two subjects every five weeks. This allows you to immerse yourself in the material without feeling overwhelmed by too many topics at once.
• Learning over Teaching: We focus on active learning through:
  • Small Groups: Classes of around 30 students often break into even smaller study groups.
  • Professional Tasks: Assignments are designed to resemble real-world professional challenges.
• Entrepreneurial Focus: Located in the Cupola of Haarlem, the campus puts you in the heart of a business environment, providing perfect conditions for networking and support.
• Independence: Our concept encourages self-determination, helping you develop independence and self-advocacy skills.

Examinations

Every module includes assessments to determine your final grade. At Haarlem Campus, we move away from traditional paper-based exams.

• Format: Exams are usually split into two or more parts (e.g., a presentation, debate, project, or interview). Don't worry—you will practice these styles in class before the actual assessment.
• Passing Grade: You must score a minimum total of 60% to pass a module.
• Resits: If you score below 60%, you can either resit the specific assessment or redo the entire module the next time it is offered.
• Grading Criteria: All exams are graded based on learning objectives found in your course syllabus.