The Elsevier website lists the various studies in the Netherlands along with the evaluation of students and lecturers. The researchers also considered the social aspects of a student city (including density of bars and cultural amenities), employment opportunities, choice between higher vocational and university education, broad and specialist studies, finance (what does studying cost?) and activities outside the study.

Four of the seven technology studies reviewed at TU/e were designated ‘top study’. In other words, a study ranked first by professors and associate professors in the Elsevier Faculty Rating (EFR). The studies that excel in Eindhoven are Computer Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences, and Applied Mathematics. The assessment considers the qualitative mix of Bachelor and Master studies, level of lecturers and scientific publications.

Rector magnificus Frank Baaijens of TU/e is happy that Eindhoven has kept its high position in the ranking. “We are especially proud of the quality of our study programs and the appreciation from our students and colleagues. A great acknowledgement of the efforts and qualities of all our lecturers and staff.”

The Best Studies survey is a production of Elseviers’ research editorial board. The ranking is based on three components: the students’ own evaluation of their studies in the National Students Survey (NSE) and the assessments made by professors and associate professors in the Elsevier Faculty Ranking (EFR). This latter concerns aspects like studies in their field, data relating to entrance requirements, study advice, graduation rates, dropout, the student population and ‘study switchers’. Finally, the quality assessments of the NVAO (Dutch- Flemish Accreditation Organization) are also incorporated.

The survey considers a total of 767 studies and 2,140 study options.

Source: TU/e press team