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The HZ introduction week takes place from Monday, August 25 to Sunday, August 31. On this page, you find everything you need to know about the week's programme.

It’s the ideal opportunity to get to know your fellow students, lecturers and the campus before your classes begin. By taking part, you’ll quickly make new connections, discover what HZ and the surrounding area have to offer, and start to feel at home faster. Plus, it’s a lot of fun. From introduction activities to the Kickoff Festival Zeeland or even joining an introduction camp, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss it, this is the beginning of your HZ adventure!

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Programme HZ introduction week

The HZ Introduction Week helps all international students get settled, meet others, and prepare for your studies at HZ. Most elements are mandatory and registration is required (and for international students only) , so be sure to sign up on time! Check below the programme per day.

General introduction for international degree-seeking students and exchange students.

09.45 Gathering at HZ Vlissingen
10.00 Presentation for all new international students
11.30 Tour of HZ Vlissingen
12.15 Lunch
13.00 Quiz time and intro to students associations
14.45 Bus back to Middelburg
15.00 Guided tour HZ Middelburg

You also take part in an introduction programme with your lecturers and classmates, this is mandatory. Check below to see where and when you’re expected, based on your chosen study programme.

The programme down below is for degree-seeking students only:

HZ Middelburg

Tuesday 26th August

Chemistry – 9:00 to 14:30 in room "GW403"
ICT – 12:30 to 16:30 in room "GW027"

Wednesday 27th August

Civil Engineering – 10:00 to 12:00 in room "GW011"
Engineering – 9:00 to 12:00 in room "GW402"
GPCM – 10:00 to 12:00 in room "GW218"
Industrial Engineering & Management – 13:00 to 15:00 in room "GW316"
Water Management – 10:00 to 12:00 in room "GW215"

HZ Vlissingen

Tuesday 26th August

International Business – 10:00 to 11:00 in room "Lokaal 0"
Logistics Engineering – 10:00 to 16:00 in room "L064"
Tourism Management – 12:00 to 17:00 in room "PE202/203"

You also take part in an introduction programme with your lecturers and classmates, this is mandatory. Check below to see where and when you’re expected, based on your chosen study programme.

The programme down below is for exchange students only:

HZ Middelburg

Tuesday 26th August

Chemistry – 9:00 to 14:30 in room "GW403"

Wednesday 27th August

Water Management & Civil Engineering - 9:00 to 10:00 in room "GW217A"
ICT - 11:00 to 12:00 in room "GW316"
Applied AI & Ethics - 11:00 to 12:00 in room "GW316"
Industrial Engineering & Management - 11:00 to 12:00 in room "GW217A"

HZ Vlissingen

Tuesday 26th August

Design thinking and Doing - 10:00 to 10:30, meeting at Reception desk
Tourism Management - 10:00 to 11:00 in room "PE206"
International Business - 15:00 to 16:30 in room "PE207"

Wednesday 27th August

Logistics Engineering - 10:00 to 10:30 in room "L303"

City tour and Joint kick-off for all first year students and Kickoff Festival Zeeland

Middelburg city tour (mandatory)
On Thursday 28th of August all first-year international students will gather at 14:00 at HZ Middelburg to join a tour of the city guided by our student ambassadors.

Joint kick-off (mandatory)
After the tour, all students are expected at the Abdijplein in Middelburg from 15:30. The kick-off starts at 15:45.
Kickoff Festival Zeeland
After that, you can head straight to Kickoff Festival Zeeland, held at the same location. It’s a great way to meet your fellow students and lecturers, and to start the academic year together in a fun way! Celebrate the start of your studies at this awesome festival full of music! Get your free tickets here.