ADS&AI programme rated positively by NVAO assessment panel

ADS&AI programme rated positively by NVAO assessment panel

04/17/2025 - 10:50

As a last step of the Assessment New Programme, the final level of new programmes is subject to accreditation. BUas’ ADS&AI programme underwent this accreditation at the beginning of April 2025. The positive decision recently received from the Dutch-Flemish Accreditation Organisation (NVAO) clearly recognises the programme’s quality and impact.
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The results echo what students and industry partners have already been saying: this programme strikes the right balance between academic depth, practical experience, and personal growth. According to the panel, this well-rounded approach is not only effective but a real asset in preparing students for careers in the fast-moving world of data and AI.

'Students are very pleased about the way BUas prepares them for industry,' the report notes. 'They see the combination of theory, practical work and personal development as great added value.'

But it’s not just the structure of the programme that earns praise — it’s the students themselves. The panel highlights their proactive attitude, sharp analytical thinking, and strong teamwork skills.

'ADS&AI students are characterised by a hands-on approach, analytical thinking skills, and strong collaboration skills. Employers appreciate students' self-reliance and knowledge related to current technologies and methodologies.'

This feedback is a clear reflection of the data science & AI programme’s ambition: to create a learning environment that’s connected to the real world, encourages critical thinking, and empowers students to take ownership of their learning.