A school that trains students to become ‘Toerist Officier’ (Tourist Officer)– that was the idea of Mr Sliepen, director of the Breda Tourist Information Office, back in 1963. This school was to be a national scientific institute, consisting of a research department and a course programme. As this school was new of its kind, educational material was mainly obtained through its own research efforts.
Breda University of Applied Sciences offers professional and academic bachelor’s and master’s programmes in the disciplines of Games, Media, Hotel, Facility, Logistics, Built Environment, Tourism and Leisure & Events.
Breda University of Applied Sciences is committed to developing knowledge – through applied and academic research – as well as innovative solutions to problems occurring in the various disciplines. The domains within which we conduct research are strongly interrelated and we try to make subject area crossovers whenever possible. Explore the eight research domains here.
Our organisation has a strong international orientation. In cooperation with national and international industries, we train our students to become professionals capable of operating in globalising work and knowledge settings. Breda University of Applied Sciences aims to create a stimulating environment for both students and staff in order to enable them to develop their talents to the fullest possible extent, to integrate knowledge and skills and apply these to society in a professional and responsible manner.
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Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsEach year around 200 international exchange students from around the world choose to study at Breda University of Applied Sciences, why not be one of them?
Our Student Office would be happy to help you settle into your new life in Breda!
Breda has a growing number of students, which is why accommodation in Breda can be scarce. For students it can be difficult to find a suitable place to live. Here are some tips for finding a place to stay.
Do you want to find good and reliable information? The library is the starting point for your research.
We can give information and advice on copyright issues, intellectual property rights, publication and open access to students and employees of Breda University of Applied Sciences.
Our new and green campus is located near the centre of student city Breda. On campus there are many opportunities for meeting people and to get inspired. The city itself is fun, safe and internationally oriented.
I can tell you as a dutch girl that the atmoshphere of this university is so inclusive and equal. The school really makes sure that everyone is involved and has many supporting clubs especially as an international, which will help you through anything. Nevertheless, the campus is so beautiful. Further, everyone is so nice and the city is fantastic. The clubs in Breda are...
Overall a great University. The subjects are practically oriented, I feel wel prepared when entering the workplace.
NHTV changed my life for good! A lot of passioned teachers and full of life students that made me seriously admit that these were the best years of my life.
