Van Hall Larenstein University of applied sciences

Study in Velp

When you like a green environment, sports, and hanging out with friends, Velp is the right place for you. When you hop on your bike, you'll be in Arnhem in under 10 minutes.

Study in Velp

studenten in kantine

When you like a green environment, sports, and hanging out with friends, Velp is the right place for you. When you hop on your bike, you'll be in Arnhem in under 10 minutes.

Campus

Campus Velp

At Velp, you'll study in the picturesque Larenstein estate, a unique and practical classroom surrounded by diverse flora and fauna. The estate, which dates back to the 18th century, is now home to various study programmes at VHL. Its landscaped garden houses over half of the Netherlands' native plant species and serves as a living laboratory for vegetation studies, water drainage, and soil research. The estate provides a peaceful setting for fieldwork and relaxation.

The Velp campus offers excellent facilities, including a media library, laboratories, and spacious study areas. The library is a central hub for learning, meetings, and consultations.

Campus Velp

campus velp
Student life in Arnhem

Arnhem student city

Arnhem is home to three universities of applied sciences, making it a true student city. It’s medium-sized, affordable, and surrounded by beautiful nature. Whether you're into culture, sports or good food, Arnhem has it all. From live music and art to cosy cafés and outdoor adventures, there’s always something to do. You’ll quickly feel at home here!

Intoarnhem.nl

In Arnhem, there are numerous initiatives in the areas of housing, culture, and sports. On Intoarnhem.nl, you'll find everything related to nightlife, restaurants, museums, and much more. This website will show you the exciting spots in the city, what activities are available, and who you can meet there. So, get inspired by what our students and the city have to offer, and come to Arnhem to experience it for yourself!

Visit Arnhem

Explore parks for relaxation, Arnhem’s fashion scene in the Modekwartier, or historical routes like the Liberation Route. Nearby Veluwezoom offers nature walks and cycling past castles. Check the website of Visit Arnhem.

Student Sports Card

The Student Sports Card provides a discount and access to over 60 locations with activities like yoga, fitness, and boxing. Enjoy a variety of sports, either individually or in group classes.

Brandmovie Arnhem Studiestad

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International student association

Join Atlas!

In Velp, you can join Atlas, a student association with an international focus. They organise dinners, excursions, cycling trips, and a Christmas gala. You can find out more about their activities on their Instagram page: atlas_vhlvelp. It’s a great way to meet both international and Dutch VHL students. During the introduction week, you will have the opportunity to get to know Atlas in detail.

HVHL studenten met laptops op tafel in studentenkamer
Study support

Study support

A lot will change when you start studying. In most cases, things will go smoothly, but sometimes you might need a bit of support. This could be the case if you face difficulties during your studies, such as procrastination or study-related stress, personal problems, or if you have a disability or need for support – for example, with dyslexia or autism. If this leads to study-related obstacles, special arrangements and facilities are available to ensure that they hinder your studies as little as possible.

HVHL docente helpt student

Online open day