Discovering Maastricht University: Open Day recap
Last Saturday’s Bachelor's Open Day saw 3322 prospective students exploring Maastricht University. That’s nine percent more than last year. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the success of the event.
The weather was cloudy but mainly dry, allowing visitors to explore campus facilities comfortably. Once inside, students attended informative sessions on our programmes, admissions and our distinctive Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method, while also getting a taste of student life in Maastricht.
Visitors engaged directly with staff and current students, joining Q&A sessions and connecting with our student ambassadors at the information markets in each building. Workshops, lab visits and guided tours provided even more in-depth insights into the student experience at Maastricht University.
Most attendees were from the Netherlands, with a substantial number from neighbouring Germany and Belgium. This year’s event actually saw an increase in Dutch and Belgian visitors compared to last year.
The Bachelor's Open Day is held twice a year and is geared toward students in the final years of pre-university education (VWO). It’s especially helpful if you’re still unsure about which study programme is the best fit for you.
The foto gallery gives an impression of the event held 12 October 2024
Photos: Ariel Bussani
A welcoming event
Feedback highlighted the friendly and inviting atmosphere, the quality of presentations and excellent event organisation as standouts of the day.
Survey results show that attendees found the event highly valuable, with most rating it 8 out of 10 or higher. Participants appreciated the friendly and inviting atmosphere, noting that Maastricht University feels like "a place where I feel comfortable."
They also highlighted the university's strong international orientation, active engagement in societal and global issues, and the personal approach of the faculties, making them feel supported and included.
Missed the Bachelor's Open Day?
Not to worry, take a virtual Campus Tour to see if Maastricht University is the right fit for you.
Want to dive deeper? Sign up for an Experience Day and be a student for one day, follow lectures and experience our Problem-Based Learning method.
And here's an overview of all our information activities.
You might want to visit the next Bachelor’s Open Day on 8 February 2025.
Any questions? Contact our student ambassadors, check out their IG or send them a DM.
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