Fresh at International Business

Important dates for the start of your studies!

  • International Business Orientation Day: Thursday, 4 June, 2026 (ONLY FOR DUTCH STUDENTS, see programme below.)
  • Newbie meeting: Thursday, 18 June, 2026
  • Introduction: Monday, 24 August - Friday, 28 August, 2026
  • Start of the academic year: Tuesday, 1 September, 2026

Sign up for an Orientation day

Orientation day International Business Eindhoven | Eindhoven
04 Jun 2026 09:00 - 12:30 CEST
Programme

Programme Thursday, June 4

  • 09.00 - 10.00 | Introduction to IB in room R11 1.21
  • 10.00 - 11.00 | Group 1: conversation with lecturer & Group 2: campus tour
  • 11.00 - 12.00 | Group 1: campus tour & Group 2: conversation with lecturer
  • 12.00 - 12.30 | End and closing of the Orientation Day

Great that you’ve signed up for the International Business programme!

We are looking forward to meeting you in person. To get you well prepared for your study at Fontys International Business, we have gathered all information you need on this page. Please check this website regularly so you don't miss an update.

If you still have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. See you soon!

Good to know: the information on this page will be supplemented in the coming months with information for the start of the 2026-2027 academic year.

Get prepared to start your studies at International Business

Below you will find practical information about e.g. your application, Fontys account, on campus WiFi, books and laptop requirements.

Your application

You obviously want to complete your application as soon as possible. That is why we have outlined the step-by-step plan for you below. So you know exactly where you stand and what you still need to do before your application is complete. If you have any questions about your application, please send an e-mail to fbc-ib-eindhoven@fontys.nl.

  • Apply through 'Studielink' before 15 August;
  • After your ID has been verified you will receive an automatically generated email with your Fontys account and login details. Please also check your spam folder if you did not receive an email;
  • Send your documents to fbc-ib-eindhoven@fontys.nl. Please note: we only accept pdf files. This includes certified copies of your (secondary school) diploma and grades list: one in the original language and one translated in English by an authorized translator. You also need to send us a Proof of English proficiency. If you have not received your diploma yet, please send us your most recent certified grades list;
  • After the steps above, you will receive an email from us about your admission;
  • Start looking for accommodation as soon as possible, check out the info on the webpage about accommodation;
  • Take care of your digital authorization through Studielink for the payment of the tuition fee. This is possible from May. However, the actual payment will be in September after you have been fully enrolled;
  • If you have sent us a temporary grade list before, please make sure you send us the final diploma and grade list before August 15th;
  • Be sure to check the important info about living and studying in the Netherlands here: Living in the Netherlands | Fontys;
  • Mid August, you will receive an invitation to plan a date and time for verification of your diploma and grade list. We will need to see your hard copy (on paper) diploma and grade list or an authorized copy. You will be fully enrolled after the check and acceptance of your hard copy diploma;
  • Make an appointment at City Hall to register yourself in Eindhoven;
  • To receive your student card as soon as possible, change your address in Studielink once you are in the Netherlands and upload your photo via www.fontyskaart.nl.

Please note: International Business Eindhoven does not have a February intake.

The application process for non-EEA student slightly differs from the process for other students. You obviously also want to complete your application as soon as possible. That is why we have outlined the step-by-step plan for you below. So you know exactly where you stand and what you still need to do before your application is complete. If you have any questions about your application, please send an e-mail to fbc-ib-eindhoven@fontys.nl.

  • Apply through 'Studielink' before 1 June;
  • After your ID has been verified you will receive an automatically generated email with your Fontys account and login details. Please also check your spam folder if you did not receive an email;
  • You will receive a questionnaire to check your motivation for your choice of bachelor's course. Please fill this in as soon as possible. You can also be invited for an online intake. In that case, more information will follow;
  • Send your documents to fbc-ib-eindhoven@fontys.nl. Please note: we only accept pdf files. This includes certified copies of your (secondary school) diploma and grades list: one in the original language and one translated in English by an authorized translater. You also need to send us a Proof of English proficiency. If you have not received your diploma yet, please send us your most recent certified grades list;
  • After the steps above, you will receive an email from us about your admission. You will also receive the payment letter which includes the deadline for payment;
  • After we have received the payment we will start the application process of your visa. Please see here for more information. You will receive an email from visacare on how to proceed;
  • Start looking for accommodation as soon as possible, check out the info on the webpage about accommodation;
  • Be sure to check the important info about living and studying in the Netherlands here: Living in the Netherlands | Fontys
  • Mid August, you will receive an invitation to plan a date and time for verification of your diploma and grade list. We will need to see your hard copy (on paper) diploma and grade list or an authorized copy.
  • You will be fully enrolled after the check and acceptance of your hard copy diploma;
  • Make an appointment at GGD if applicable;
  • Make an appointment at City Hall to register yourself in Eindhoven;
  • To receive your student card as soon as possible, change your address in Studielink once you are in the Netherlands and upload your photo via www.fontyskaart.nl.

      Please note: International Business Eindhoven does not have a February intake.

      Tuition fees are a standard part of studying in the Netherlands. You pay your tuition fees via a digital (direct debit) authorisation, either all at once or in instalments. For more information about how and when to pay, watch the animation or see link below.

      More information about tuition fees

      Account and IT information

      After applying you received an email from us with your personal login details. The sender of the email: 'no-reply@fontys.nl', and the subject is 'Fontys account creatie/creation'. Please save this e-mail carefully, you will need it!

      For practically all online services at Fontys you have to sign in with your Fontys account. This account is a username and password combination. Your user name contains a PCN (Personal Communication Number) and the domain: '@student.fontys.nl'.

      More information about signing in

      Being able to work and study securely is of the utmost importance at Fontys. That is why we continuously work on improving information security. We switched to a new way of signing in at Fontys: in addition to your username and password, you will also use an extra step as verification (multifactor authentication).

      Set up multifactor authentication

      Eduroam (education roaming) is a service that enables students, researchers, and staff to securely access the wireless internet at the Fontys campus and while visiting other participating institutions, using the username and login provided by Fontys. 

      Advice: Install eduroam on your private laptop, smartphone, and tablet at home according to the instructions. When you arrive at the Fontys campus, everything will be set and ready to go.

      Manual: Connect to Eduroam

      FontysConnect, the intranet site of Fontys, is used to make (digital) information available, to share documents, to work together and as a search centre. Everyone with a Fontys account has access. If you log in to the Fontys website with your Fontys account you will land on your personal Connect page. From there you can access the various pages. This is not needed right now but will be come in hand when your studies start!

      go to portal

      How do I get the card?

      The student card is provided once free of charge at the beginning of or during the academic year to all students who register for the first time at Fontys University of Applied Sciences. You can apply for a student card when you are fully registered.

      It is most convenient if you have your student card right from the start of the educational year. It is best to apply for the card as soon as you know what is your address is in the Netherlands.

      When do I need a student card?

      You need a student card for various reasons:

      • As proof of identity at Fontys Universities (for example at exams).
      • For logging on to the Canon printers.
      • To gain entry to some buildings on Fontys property and at automated barriers.
      • To use the lockers in some Fontys buildings.
      • For the loan of equipment from the media libraries.

      Fontys provides you with ‘@student.fontys.nl’ email address. You can log in with your Fontys account. When you start your studies at Fontys, we will no longer send e-mails to your private email address, but instead only use your Fontys email address. Make sure you check this account regularly!

      go to Outlook webmail

      iPhone and iPad

      • Choose Outlook for iOS in the Apple Store and install the app.
      • Add an account and fill in your email address (name@student.fontys.nl)
      • Open verification app and you will be directed to the Fontys login page
      • Remove the email address and fill in your Fontys credentials:
        username: <PCN>@student.fontys.nl
        Password: the password to your Fontys account
      • Skip the First Run Experience
      • Enable Notifications
      • Tap Allow 'Outlook can send you messages."
      Detailed manual (login required)

      Android phones and tablets

      • Go to settings > Accounts & Synchronisation > Add Account > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.
      • Fill in the required details:
        Domain: The domain students use is BERGEN. When a domain is optional, leave this field blank. Some devices require the notation domain\username in one field. In that case, write down: BERGEN\<PCN>.
        Username:
        Your username is <PCN>@student.fontys.nl. Some devices require the notation domain\username in one field. In that case, write down: BERGEN\<PCN>.
      • Write down your Fontys emailadress: <name>@student.fontys.nl
      • Fill in the password to your Fontys account.
      • Server: If your device asks for this, write down outlook.fontys.nl
      Detailed manual (login required)

      There are quite a few applications you'll use during your studies—for your timetable, grades, exams, and more. That’s why we’ve listed everything for you in one place. This way, you can see at a glance what each tool is used for and how to install it.

      See how to use and install the tools

      If you click the button below you will find English information and manuals on various IT topics. You'll be able to find information about the Fontys network, printing, storage, mail, etcetera. You can also find the contact details of our IT Servicedesk here.

      go to it help

      Study materials

      Is your laptop ready for your studies?

      Here is a list of minimum requirements that Fontys sets for a computer to be used for
      education. This includes the applications Microsoft Office 365 or Office 2019/2021, DLO
      and tests.


      The camera and headphones are intended for use with MS Teams.

      Microsoft

      • Processor: Intel Core i5 series/AMD Ryzen 5 series
      • Memory: 8 GB RAM
      • Hard disk: 128 GB disk space
      • Network: Wifi
      • Display: 14 inch screen van 1280 x 768
      • Mouse: recommended
      • Camera: recommended
      • Headphones/earphones: recommended
      • Browser: The latest version of Edge Chromium, Safari, Chrome of Firefox
      • Operating system: Windows 10/11

      Mac

      • Processor: Intel-processor/Apple Silicon processor
      • Memory: 8 GB RAM
      • Hard disk:: 128 GB disk space
      • Network: Wifi
      • Display: 14 inch screen van 1280 x 800
      • Mouse: recommended
      • Camera: recommended
      • Headphones/earphones: recommended
      • Browser: The latest version of Edge Chromium, Safari, Chrome of Firefox
      • Operating system: macOS 12.1 en hoger

      Note: Chromebook/Linux-based systems are not suitable because various DLO components, including TestVision and the lockdown tool, will not work.
      Note: Windows 10/11 in S mode are not suitable, Windows 10/11 Home of Pro are suitable.

      Because the digital education market (software and IT hardware) is constantly changing,
      these student laptop specifications are a recommendation for the minimum
      requirements your laptop should meet. However, Fontys University of Applied Sciences
      cannot guarantee that during the term of your studies this market will not make
      additional demands, or offer new hardware that is less suitable. We will of course do
      everything possible to limit the impact on you (your laptop) and inform you to the best of
      our abilities.


      Software deals for education

      SURFspot is the ultimate non-profit ICT online store. SURFspot offers an educational discount on software, hardware and online educational resources.

      So how does it work?
      Go to SURFspot.nl and log in using your Fontys account (PCN@student.fontys.nl + password)

      Surfspot

      Starting your studies

      When starting your studies at Fontys, it is nice to know when we expect to meet you on campus for the first time and what you will experience in the first months at International Business.

      The first academic week at International Business starts right after the Introduction week with your Year 1 Kickoff and multiple activities that help you to learn how to work together with their classmates, student coach and lecturers. You will prepare & present presentations for the student coaching sessions that cover topics such as who you are, more about your culture & background, and your connection to the International Business (IB) study programme. This is followed by project workshops that highlight the important research methods & project management techniques that are to be used in all IB projects. In week 2 & 3, various academic subjects are introduced through the kick-off sessions by lecturers.

      Academic calendar 2026-2027

      Purple introduction week
      24-08-2026 / 28-08-2026
      Educational period 1
      31-08-2026 / 15-11-2026
      Educational period 2
      16-11-2026 / 08-02-2027
      Educational period 3
      16-02-2027 / 25-04-2027
      Educational period 4
      03-05-2027 / 25-07-2027

      Vacation and holidays

      Autumn break
      19-10-2026 / 25-10-2026
      Christmas break
      21-12-2026 / 03-01-2027
      Spring break
      09-02-2027/ 15-02-2027
      Good Friday
      26-03-2027
      Easter Monday
      29-03-2027
      May break
      26-04-2027 / 02-05-2027
      Liberation day
      05-05-2027
      Ascension Day and the day after
      06-05-2027 / 07-05-2027
      Whit Monday
      17-05-2027
      Summer break
      25-07-2027 / 05-09-2027

      Purple Introduction week

      Starting your studies at Fontys in September? Then you'll kick things off with an awesome introduction week: Purple.

      • The Purple introduction week takes place from 24 to 28 August 2026.

      More information about the programme and sign-up will follow soon.

      Join our community

      Fontys International Business offers you several ways for you to become part of our community. It is up to you to join, but we highly recommend it. There is no better way to get to know your future classmates before you even set one foot on campus!

      ’The Business Club is a young student association affiliated with the international Business department of FSBC. It is focused on providing students with a broad and rich environment of their academic and social development.

      Go to Instagram page

      If you are interested in more detailed stories from international students or want to get in touch with one or more of them, check out this page.

      Contact a student
      You can follow us on Instagram. Search for "fontys_ib_eindhoven" or click on this link.

      Starting your studies at Fontys? Join our Unibuddy community to connect with other international students, ask questions about housing, campus life, and living in the Netherlands, and get useful tips from current students. It’s a great way to feel more prepared and become part of the Fontys community even before the academic year begins.

      Join the community

      Personal support

      To give you a good start at your study, you will be in close contact with a student coach. He or she is your first point of contact for all practical and study questions, follows your achievements and gives valuable tips and advice where necessary.

      We also advise you to bookmark the webpage Fontys helps. This platform offers practical information, personal support when you need extra guidance and useful links. But also interesting initiatives for you to join.

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      Fontys Helps

      Fontys has an online platform that offers all kinds of practical information, personal support when you are in need of extra guidance and useful links. Bookmark Fontys Helps

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      Your stay in the Netherlands

      There is a lot to see and experience in the Netherlands. Here you'll find a lot of information about studying at Fontys, accommodation and also practical information like enrolling, visa, finances etc.

      Go to practical information about living in the Netherlands