Fontys University of Applied Sciences

Introducing Fontys University of Applied Sciences: Where Knowledge Flows

A Name with Meaning: On September 1, 1996, our institution adopted the name Fontys University of Applied Sciences. This name draws inspiration from the Latin word “fons,” translating to “source.” At Fontys, we’re not just a university; we’re a wellspring of knowledge, nourishing students’ thirst for learning.

Unification of Excellence: Fontys is the result of a collaboration among several esteemed Dutch Higher Education Institutes nestled in the scenic south of the Netherlands. This alliance unites rich educational legacies that date back to the early 1900s.

Ancestral Pedagogy: Our roots run deep. Some of the institutes that make up Fontys have a profound educational history that spans generations. This legacy empowers us to offer education that’s rooted in tradition yet attuned to modern demands.

Choose Fontys University of Applied Sciences – a hub where tradition meets innovation, and knowledge flows ceaselessly. Your journey to academic enlightenment begins here.