Your Purple introduction week

Your studies at Fontys start in September. Exciting! But first, it's time for a great beginning: the introduction week Purple 2026. During this week, you will get to know your study programme, your fellow students, and your new city.

  • The Purple introduction week takes place in the week of 24–28 August 2026*.


*The start day (Monday or Tuesday) and any Friday activities are determined per programme.

Make friends and start well

During Purple, you will meet your classmates and connect with people you will have a brilliant time with. You will find out how your study programme works, explore the campus and the city, and take part in fun activities together. Sharing meals, going out, having a laugh, and making memories. It's all part of it.

Want to know exactly what's happening, where to be, and who to contact if you have questions? You'll find all of that on this page.

Together, we'll make this the best possible start to your studies!

Purple 2026: 24 - 28 August

Please note that Fontys Technology offers different introduction programmes depending on your chosen course. This page provides information about the introduction for all Engineering students, including those in Applied Mathematics/Data Science, Automotive Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Eindhoven, the Master's in Applied Quantum Technology, the Master's in Digital Technology Engineering, and the Master's in System Design.

Introduction Engineering Study Programmes

The first day of a week full of fun for all new students of an Engineering programme.

The programme starts at 10:00 with a Meet & Greet at Nexus building (De Rondom 1, Eindhoven). We will kick things off by meeting the teammates in your introduction group (your so-called 'family' for this week).

Next, it is time for the Nexus Games, which will take place in Nexus building alongside Engineering students of the Dutch-taught programmes. During the Nexus Games, you will also have the opportunity to discover the wide range of sports available in Eindhoven.

Today is also Diploma Check Day for all Engineering introduction participants who hold a diploma from outside the Netherlands, so please do not forget to bring your diploma (hard copy)! If you hold a diploma from a Dutch secondary school, it does not require verification.

We will round off the day with a short tour of Eindhoven and a relaxed dinner, followed by a pub crawl in the city centre. The party ends at 22:00, giving you plenty of time to travel back home.

Rise and shine! Another exciting day awaits, but we will be starting early, so please be at Nexus building by 09:00 sharp. We are heading out for an active day with outdoor activities, including crossball, pétanque and paintball. In the evening, we will have dinner, followed by Music Bingo and karaoke to round off the day in style. The programme will finish no later than 22:00.

Your introduction day starts in the morning with a City Tour through your Fontys city. You follow a combination of routes past food spots, sports locations, creative spaces, music, innovation and places to relax.

In the afternoon, you take part in one of the festivals or city programme:

  • Eindhoven - Vibes Student Festival

  • Tilburg - Square One Festival

  • Venlo - city programme

The afternoon activities are organised in collaboration with Fontys, the local council and/or local hospitality businesses.

We're closing the introduction week with a bang! On Thursday 27 August, from 13:00h to 22:00h, the entire Fontys community comes together at the Purple Festival*.

Students from all Fontys cities and programmes gather for a full day of live acts and activities across multiple stages. The perfect way to wrap up your first week at Fontys, together with new friends, classmates and lecturers.

*Your festival ticket is included in your introduction week registration. No need to purchase it separately.

All introduction participants will travel together by shuttle bus to and from the Purple Festival in Tilburg. Your intro parents will let you know what time the shuttle buses will depart from Nexus building.

There is no official programme today, but it is a great chance to meet up with your intro family or new friends to finish off the introduction week together. Or simple take it easy at home and get ready for the official start of your studies on 1 September.

We hope you had a great time and made lots of new friends. Good luck with your studies - see you soon at Fontys!

Apply to introduction week

Start your student life on the right foot! Register for Fontys Purple introduction week using the button below.

During the introduction week, you will follow your own programme and meet other students straight away.

Sign up for the introduction of Engineering Study Programmes

Tickets are available at EUR 80 per person. Please book your ticket before the summer holidays, so that we know that you will be joining us and can organise a great programme for you. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis!

Additional information

To make sure you are fully prepared for the introduction week, tick off the packing list below. You will stay overnight at your own room, flat or (parent's) house. On Monday, Tuesday and Thursday you will get an introduction T-shirt from the organisation.

  • ID card
  • Easy clothes and shoes that may turn dirty
  • Enough water every day (tap water is drinkable and has excellent quality in the Netherlands)
  • Good mood
  • Hard copy of your Diploma (on Monday)
  • Rainwear or poncho on rainy days
  • Enough credit on your bank account and/or cash money!
  • Medication (if necessary)

But the most important things to bring are your good sense and a lot of energy!

Study Association Innovum is responsible for the organisation of the Engineering programme.

Study Association Innovum
Nexus Building
De Rondom 1
Eindhoven

Email: international-innovum@fontys.nl

Contact persons of the organisation:
Tiziana Feria: +34-6-1077 9735
Willem Glaudemans : +31-(0)6-23474683


You will be accompanied by Intro 'parents', who are students from the Engineering programmes. They wil be your main point of contact throughout the introduction week and will guide you during all activities. Our 'parents' are there to support you 24/7 during the week. You get to know your intro 'parent' on Monday, 24 August.

Monday:  Sandwich lunch and dinner included.

Tuesday: Sandwich lunch and dinner included.

Wednesday: No meals included. Your intro parents will show you where to buy a delicious lunch. There are food stalls at the Vibes Student Festival.

Thursday: No meals included. At the Purple Festival there are plenty of food stalls to buy dinner.


If you have any dietary requirements or if you have (food) allergies, please indicate this clearly on the registration form. We will do our best to take your needs into account when organising the programme.

In addition, we kindly ask you to inform us in advance of any relevant medical conditions that we should be aware of, such as illnesses or allergies (e.g. requiring an EpiPen). You can provide this information in the registration form or contact Tiziana directly via international-innovum@fontys.nl or +34 (0)6 1077 9735.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your situation, please feel free to get in touch with the organisation at international-innovum@fontys.nl.

Everyone will get their own introduction shirt sponsored by the partners of Study Association Innovum. In fact, you don't just get one shirt, but three in total (on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday). This way the intro stays fresh and you don't have to wash your favourite shirt every day :).

The programme starts on Monday 24 August at 10 hrs. For the starting times of the other days you will be informed by your intro 'parent'.


The programme ends by 22 hrs each day, giving you plenty of time to travel back home.You will stay overnight at your own room, flat or (parent's) house. 

Contact the introduction committee of study association Innovum.
Mail to: international-innovum@fontys.nl, or contact Tiziana Feria at +34-6-10779735 or Willem Glaudemans at +31-(0)6-23474683.

It is forbidden to consume strong drinks and drugs. If we do find liquor and/or drugs, they will be confiscated and you cannot join the introduction any longer. Although alcohol may be served from 16 hrs onwards, Innovum has a zero-tolerance policy on underage (<18 years) drinking and the use of drugs. Students aged 18 or older will receive an 18+ wristband at the start of the introduction week upon presentation of their ID card.

During the entire introduction week, First Aid and/or Inhouse Emergency is present. Employees can be recognized by their yellow vests.

During the entire introduction week photos and videos will be taken. These may be made public or used for promotional purposes. By participating in the introduction you give permission for this.

Frequently asked Questions

Yes, we want to know in advance whether you are attending or not. Please do so in time as places are limited.

No, it is not obligatory, but it is highly recommended. You will get to know your new classmates, teachers and the campus, and it will make starting your studies a lot easier.

The introduction week takes place in the week before you start your study programme, this is usually the last week of August. The intro week is for all new students.

It can be discussed with the introduction committee to join later or end earlier. Please send an email to international-innovum@fontys.nl. Unfortunately it is not possible to get a discount if you join later or end earlier.

You will stay overnight at your own room, flat or (parent's) house. The programme ends by 22 hrs each day, giving you plenty of time to travel back home.

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