HZ University of Applied Sciences

HZ stands for Hogeschool Zeeland. Hogeschool is the Dutch name of University of Applied Sciences and Zeeland refers to the most touristic region in the Netherlands.

The town of Vlissingen, home to HZ University of Applied Sciences is located in a beautiful environment on the southernmost peninsula called Walcheren. Vlissingen is a medium-sized tourist and student town with about 45.000 inhabitants.

Sun, sea and beach characterize this pleasant place with its special atmosphere. Because of its beautiful beaches, charming boulevard and many sidewalk cafés you often get the feeling that you are on a bit of a holiday.

Foreign students who decide to study at HZ University of Applied Sciences might want to find accommodation in Vlissingen. You can contact HZ to find temporary accommodation.

One of Vlissingen’s advantages is that housing is easier to find and more affordable than in other student towns. Most students live in a student house in or near the city-centre which is at biking distance from the university and walking distance from the beautiful boulevard.

L"Escaut is the housing corporation in Vlissingen. They are able to offer you a room for the duration of five or ten months. In these 2 or 3 bedrooms appartments, an internet connection will be provided. The accommodation offered is furnished and the rent is generally all-inclusive. In these student accommodation, you will have shared kitchen and bathroom facilities.

During the HZ University of Applied Sciences application process, you will receive an e-mail containing information on how to apply for accommodation in Vlissingen.