Wittenborg Welcomes More Than 230 New Students for October Intake

27.10.2025

Students from 34 Countries Join Wittenborg’s Apeldoorn, Munich and Amsterdam Locations

Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences has welcomed over 230 new students for its October block. These students are joining across the institution’s Apeldoorn, Munich, Amsterdam, and OnCampus study locations.

Reflecting Wittenborg’s long-standing commitment to internationalisation, the new cohort represents 34 nationalities from five continents. Among the largest groups are students from China, South Korea, Vietnam, Ukraine, and Turkey, alongside others from India, Iran, Indonesia, and Egypt.

The majority of the October entrants have joined the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme, while others are pursuing Entrepreneurial Business Administration (EBA) degrees with specialisations in Digital Marketing, FinTech, and Small Business.

At the postgraduate level, Wittenborg has seen increased enrolment in MBA and MSc programmes in fields such as Applied Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, and Health & Social Care.

Wittenborg’s six annual intakes offer students flexibility, with upcoming enrolments set for December and February. Looking ahead to 2026, additional intakes in March and beyond ensure continued opportunities for prospective students to join the Wittenborg community.

The October intake began with Wittenborg’s traditional Introduction Week, starting on 13 October. Students participated in workshops on academic writing, immigration procedures, career development, and English assessments, concluding with an Introductory Lunch at each location.

During his welcome speech in Apeldoorn, Rector Ron Tuninga congratulated students on beginning their international journey:

“You are all starting a new journey here at Wittenborg. For many of you, this may be your first time studying abroad – it’s an exciting opportunity to learn, meet new people, and build a network that will last throughout your careers.”

He encouraged students to engage actively with Dutch culture and language, to connect with peers from other countries, and to explore the Netherlands:

“Try to learn Dutch, meet local people, and see the country – it will enrich your experience. Study hard, but also enjoy your time here. Positive energy will help you achieve great things.”

As the October block gets underway, Wittenborg looks forward to supporting its diverse new cohort through another year of growth, learning, and international collaboration.

The week also gave new students the opportunity to share their first impressions of Wittenborg and their hopes for the future.

Anastasiia Tepliuk, from Ukraine, who is studying Marketing and Communications, said:

“I think I’ll find a lot of friends from different cultures, and I believe it’s going to be a really interesting experience in my life.”

Kyal Sin Lin, from Myanmar, also studying Marketing and Communications, shared that Introduction Week was both informative and reassuring:

“We learned who to approach when facing challenges academically, personally or mentally. The teachers and staff are very supportive on all levels.”

She added that Wittenborg’s mix of academic and practical learning was what drew her to the school:

“I chose Wittenborg because it provides both academic knowledge and practical skills, which are important for life after graduation. My future goal is to work in one of the top multinational companies in the Netherlands, and I believe these practical experiences will make me stand out.”

Mohsen Kanazoe, from Burkina Faso, who is studying a Pre-Master leading to the Master of Business Management in Cyber Security, also shared his early impressions of the Netherlands:

“Apeldoorn is a beautiful city. It’s my first time in the Netherlands, so I’m still getting to know the country. The weather is definitely different from back home – more cloudy, windy and fresh – but it’s a nice change of place. I’d like to explore Amsterdam and other cities, and talk with other international students about their experiences too.”