Is Eindhoven the city
you want to study in? It's nice to know what this city has to offer. Find out more about living and studying in Eindhoven and what study programmes can be found here.
The Eindhoven region, situated in the South-East of the Netherlands, is a prime technology hub for innovation. It is home to prominent businesses, knowledge and research institutes, and is internationally recognized as the 'Brainport Region', a center of science and technology in Europe. Eindhoven is a vibrant student city with a diverse range of facilities available.
The 'Brainport Eindhoven' region provides an excellent environment for pursuing a professional career. This is where high-tech companies design and enhance cutting-edge industrial and consumer products for customers worldwide.
The 'Brainport Eindhoven' region provides an excellent environment for pursuing a professional career. This is where high-tech companies design and enhance cutting-edge industrial and consumer products for customers worldwide.
Study programmes in Eindhoven
At Fontys in Eindhoven you follow practice-based higher professional education that combines theory with real-world experience. You learn through lectures, workshops, labs, projects and group work, often linked to real challenges from companies. You can shape parts of your study programme to match your interests, with support from a study counsellor and a personal tutor during your studies. The practical approach helps you develop strong skills and prepares you for an international career. Eindhoven offers English-taught programmes in areas such as technology, engineering, ICT, applied sciences, health, communication and business.
Find a study programmeWhy Eindhoven?
- 33.000 students are currently studying in Eindhoven.
- The city is located in the center of the hightech- and design region Brainport.
- A lot of opportunities for talents with a passion for technology and innovation.
- Eindhoven is centrally located in Europe and easily accessible via Eindhoven Airport.
Fontys locations in Eindhoven
Living in Eindhoven
Eindhoven is a young and lively city that is very popular with students. It is not too big, so it feels easy to get around, but there is always something to do. Student life in Eindhoven is active and social. You can study during the day and relax in the evening in cafés, bars or at student events. There are many places where students meet, both on campus and in the city.
The city is also very international. Students from many countries live and study here, which makes it easy to feel welcome and make new friends. English is widely spoken. Living in Eindhoven means studying in a modern city with a relaxed student atmosphere and plenty of opportunities to enjoy your time outside your studies.
Technology and future opportunities
Eindhoven is not just a great place to live and study, it is also at the heart of one of Europe’s most advanced technology and semiconductor regions. The Brainport Eindhoven area brings together knowledge institutes, high-tech companies and startups working on cutting-edge innovations that shape the future of technology and society. Here, students and graduates find plenty of opportunities to learn, grow and work in top tech fields like micro-electronics, digital systems and semiconductors.
Watch the video to see how this high-tech region works and why semiconductor innovation is an important part of Eindhoven’s future.
