The University of Twente
The University of Twente (UT) has a deserved reputation as "the entrepreneurial university" thanks to its dynamic role it has played over many years in encouraging and sponsoring innovative spin-off companies and activities. Established in 1961 the UT is one of the youngest universities in the Netherlands. The UT distinguishes itself from other universities in the Netherlands by combining technology and social studies, in education as well as research. Through its support and guiding policies, the UT has played a leading role in the development of the BSP. An example of the influence of the UT can be seen in the BTC Twinnnig Center Twente, a collection of businesses within a single building at the BSP. The resident companies, which share a common fundament of knowledge-intensity and innovation, are all offered sharing of facilities, services, and advice and guidance offered through various UT and Dutch government sponsored organs, including Twinning.
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Internationally prominent research, especially in the area of telematics (combination of telecommunication and information technology), biomedics, chemistry, microsystems, and laser technology |
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A broad offering of academic studies |
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Intensive cooperation with internationally oriented knowledge-based companies, other universities and institutes, such as the Telematica Instituut, the Professional College (Hogeschool) Enschede, and the International Institute for Aerospace Survey and Earth Sciences (ITC). |
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Recently established location of the Academy of Visual Arts (AKI). |
Facts & Figures
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Number of students enrolled full time at the UT: 6,000. Staff and support personnel: 2,800. |
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Number of students enrolled at the Professional College Enschede: 10,000, Staff: 600. Support personnel: 200. |
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Number of students at the ITC: 420. Staff: 170. Support personnel: 130. |
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