Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences Campuses

The Leeuwarden campus of Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences specializes in laboratory sciences, environmental management, water technology, biotechnology, and agribusiness innovation. Located near the Dairy Campus, it emphasizes practical research in food production, chemical technologies, and sustainable environmental solutions. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities including laboratories, technology halls, rooftop greenhouses, the Food Application Centre (FACT), Water Application Center (WAC), and collaborations with industry for hands-on projects in dairy farming, water management, and lab-based analysis.

• Laboratory Sciences: Biologie en Medisch Laboratoriumonderzoek (Biology and Medical Laboratory Research), Forensisch Laboratoriumonderzoek (Forensic Laboratory Research), Chemie (Chemistry), Biotechnologie (Biotechnology), Chemische Technologie (Chemical Technology).
• Environmental and Climate Studies: Milieukunde (Environmental Science), Omgevingskunde (Environmental Studies).
• Water and Coastal Management: Kust- en Zeemanagement (Coastal and Marine Management).
• Agri and Food Business: Bedrijfskunde en Agribusiness (Business Administration and Agribusiness), Biologische Melkveehouderij and Melkveehouderij (Organic and Dairy Farming), Innovatieve Plantenteelt (Innovative Plant Cultivation), Toekomstgerichte Agrofoodketen (Future-oriented Agrofood Chain Master).
• Animal Management: Diermanagement (Animal Management), Dier- en Veehouderij (Animal and Livestock Farming).

This campus prepares students for careers in research labs, environmental consulting, water technology firms, and the dairy and agribusiness sectors, fostering innovation for sustainable futures.

The Velp campus, situated on the scenic Larenstein Estate, focuses on green business, animal sciences, landscape architecture, forestry, nature management, and sustainable land and water use. Known as the 'most beautiful classroom in the Netherlands,' it offers extensive outdoor labs for vegetation studies, soil research, hydrology, and wildlife observation, integrating global sustainability challenges into practical education.

• Animals and Equine: Animals, Society and Business; Equine, Sports and Business; Diermanagement (Animal Management).
• Food and Agribusiness: Food Technology; International Agribusiness and Trade; Voedingsmiddelentechnologie (Food Technology).
• Green Business and Landscape: Tuin- en Landschapsinrichting (Garden and Landscape Design), International Development Management, Duurzame Gebiedstransities (Sustainable Area Transitions).
• Forest and Nature Management: Bos- en Natuurbeheer (Forest and Nature Management), Land- en Watermanagement (Land and Water Management).
• Climate, Water, and Environment: River Delta Development (Master); Beek, Polder, Rivier modules on landscape ecology, hydrology, and groundwater.

Facilities include media libraries, laboratories, spacious practice areas, and the estate's diverse biotopes. English-taught programs attract international students, preparing graduates for roles in sustainable agriculture, landscape planning, international development, and environmental management.