Wittenborg Welcomes More Than 100 New Students for February 2026 Intake

11.02.2026

Students Join Bachelor, Pre-Master, Master and other Programmes in Apeldoorn, Amsterdam and Munich

Wittenborg has welcomed over 100 new students for its February 2026 block intake, joining the institution across its Apeldoorn, Amsterdam, Munich and OnCampus study locations.

The February intake reflects Wittenborg’s strong international profile, with students arriving from over 20 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe and more. Among the largest student groups are those from India, China, Nigeria, and Sri Lanka, alongside students from Türkiye, Egypt, Morocco, Brazil, Pakistan and several European countries.

Strong Demand for Business, Technology and Entrepreneurship Programmes

The majority of new students have enrolled in Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programmes, including specialisations in Artificial Intelligence & Cyber Security, Hospitality Management, Economics & Management, Information Management and Event Management. A significant number have also joined the Entrepreneurial Business Administration (EBA) programmes, with pathways in Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Digital Marketing, FinTech and Small Business.

At the postgraduate level, Wittenborg has seen strong enrolment in its Pre-Master leading to Master of Business Management, Master of Business Management (MSc), and Master of Business Administration (MBA) programmes. These students are specialising in areas such as Human Resource Management, Applied Artificial Intelligence, Digital Marketing & Communication, Logistics & Trade, Data Analytics, Cyber Security, Health & Social Care and International Management.

A Warm Welcome in Apeldoorn

Welcoming students in Apeldoorn, President Peter Birdsall encouraged the new cohort to embrace the challenges and opportunities of studying abroad, drawing on his own experience as an international student.

“It’s always a fantastic opportunity to go abroad — to change a life. I’ve done it myself,” he said. “Almost all of your staff and faculty will have gone through the same experience.”

Birdsall emphasised the importance of integration, student engagement, and personal responsibility. He encouraged students to meet people outside their own national groups, join societies, volunteer and make use of the international and expat communities in Apeldoorn.

“We’re here to help you succeed. We will do everything we can to make your degrees as valuable as possible, but at the end of the day, it is your responsibility to work hard and make the most of this opportunity.”

New Student Voices: Why They Chose Wittenborg

Several students from the February intake shared their motivations for choosing Wittenborg and their early experiences in the Netherlands.

Kardelen Aydin from Türkiye, enrolled in the Pre-Master leading to the MBM in Human Resource Management in Apeldoorn, described her first weeks adjusting to life in the Netherlands.

With a background in psychology, Aydin hopes to combine her previous studies with HR to strengthen her career prospects.

“I want to specialise in human resources and combine it with psychology so I can be stronger in the HR field and find a job after graduation.”

Aysan Seyedi from Iran, also studying the Pre-Master leading to the MBM in Human Resource Management, arrived in January.

“Wittenborg is a very popular international institution, and it was recommended to me by a friend,” she explained.

Looking ahead, Seyedi is focused on personal and professional development.

“I want to improve my communication skills, make international friends, and become a strong human resource professional.”

Himanshu Patel from India is enrolled in the Pre-Master leading to the MBM in Entrepreneurship & Innovation. He chose Wittenborg for its diverse international environment and practical business focus. “The cultural dimension at Wittenborg gives me a good base to connect and grow with people from different backgrounds,” he said. Having arrived before the Introduction Week, Patel has already begun exploring Apeldoorn.

“It’s a beautiful city. I’ve been exploring the streets, and it’s been an amazing experience.” Passionate about business and the food industry, he hopes to start his own enterprise in the future and develop his leadership skills during his studies.