{"id":8482,"date":"2026-10-10T13:13:59","date_gmt":"2026-10-10T11:13:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ontdekemmen.nl\/studying-and-working-in-emmen\/"},"modified":"2026-10-16T09:53:38","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T07:53:38","slug":"studying-and-working-in-emmen","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ontdekemmen.nl\/en\/studying-and-working-in-emmen\/","title":{"rendered":"Studying and Working in Emmen"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Studying and Working in Emmen: Programs, Jobs, and Life Beyond School<\/span><\/h1>\n

Studying or working in Emmen means you don\u2019t have to choose. In just a few minutes, you can be in the woods, and a little while later, on a terrace at Raadhuisplein. Rent here is lower than in the Randstad, there\u2019s more space, and there\u2019s more going on than you might think from the outside. This page lists what you can study here, how to find a job or a room, and what to do in your free time. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\"\" Can you go to college in Emmen?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Yes. Emmen has both higher education and vocational education (MBO) within the city limits. NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences has a campus in Emmen, where you can pursue a higher professional education (HBO) program on a campus small enough that you\u2019ll know your professors by name. In addition, there are vocational education programs in the city, with courses tailored to the sectors that are strong here. <\/span><\/p>\n

What sets Emmen apart as a college town from a large student city is that you live close to your school, your commute is short, and nature is literally right around the corner. For those who suspect that a smaller city means fewer things to do\u2014more on that later. <\/span><\/p>\n

Good to know: the programs and open houses vary from year to year. Check the program\u2019s website for the current offerings and registration dates. <\/span><\/p>\n

Are you considering Emmen? Check out the programs below and see when you can stop by. <\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\"\" What courses are you taking in Emmen?<\/span><\/h2>\n

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In Emmen, you\u2019ll find a variety of study options. For a higher professional education program, check out <\/span>NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences<\/span><\/a>. For a vocational education (MBO) program, you can enroll at <\/span>DCTerra<\/span><\/a>. This way, you can choose a program that suits you and study in a city where living, studying, and leisure are all conveniently close together.<\/span><\/p>\n

Curious about our current selection? <\/span>Check out the programs offered by NHL Stenden and DCTerra and find out which one is right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Would you like to find out what it\u2019s like to study in Emmen? Then visit an open house or a campus tour. Get a feel for the program, talk to students and faculty, and experience the atmosphere. Combine your visit with a tour of the city. That way, you\u2019ll get an immediate sense of what it\u2019s like to study and live in Emmen. <\/span><\/p>\n

Check out the open house events at NHL Stenden<\/a> and DCTerra<\/a> and plan your visit to Emmen.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"\" What is student life like in Emmen?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Well-organized, and livelier than most people expect. The city center is compact: from Raadhuisplein, with its outdoor cafes, it\u2019s just a few minutes\u2019 walk to the De Weiert shopping center, the ATLAS Theater, or Rensenpark. You run into people here, and that quickly makes it feel familiar. <\/span><\/p>\n

The nightlife scene revolves around the restaurants and bars in the city center and the events that take place year-round\u2014from summer festivals to the cultural program at the ATLAS Theater. And if you just want to take a break from your textbooks, the Grote Rietplas is just a bike ride away, with water, a beach, and places to eat and drink. <\/span><\/p>\n

Practical info: Much of what you need is within walking or biking distance. A bike is more essential here than a public transit pass. <\/span><\/p>\n

See what’s happening: check out the <\/span><\/i>events in Emmen<\/span><\/i><\/a> and <\/span><\/i>where to enjoy good food and drinks<\/span><\/i><\/a>.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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\"\" Where do you live as a student in Emmen?<\/span><\/h2>\n

In Emmen, you\u2019ll typically rent a room or studio in or around the city center, within biking distance of your school. The selection is smaller than in a major college town, but so are the prices\u2014and the wait times are shorter than what you\u2019d be used to in the Randstad. <\/p>\n

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