Bachelor
Leisure & Events Management
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Tuition · Intl
↗€13,300
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
4 years
240 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.0+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2018
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗323
DUO ↑12% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗17:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.0
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Any VWO
profile required ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.8/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗93%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€2,518
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 9 Jun 2026
About this program
Do you see yourself working as a manager or entrepreneur in the leisure sector? Do you want to give people experiences that enrich their lives? In the Leisure & Events Management programme, you will learn how to create memorable experiences.
Quality of life is becoming increasingly important in the way people spend their leisure time. You will learn how to put this to use. After graduating, you will be able to create and organise meaningful and successful leisure products. You will gain a lot of practical experience and start building your network right away.
You can also attend the Leisure & Events Management programme in Dutch.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English240 ECTSBachelor of ArtsField area: EconomicsSector: Economie en BedrijfCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
Teaching formats
Case studyField tripGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentInternshipLectureLiterature study
About Breda University of Applied Sciences
Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas) specializes in games, tourism, logistics, and built environment. Known for its internationally focused programs and strong industry partnerships, particularly in the gaming industry where it consistently ranks among top game development schools in Europe.
Living in Breda
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€440/mo
Monthly total
€700–€1,300
Cost of living
Low
Population
184k
Charming, friendly, and southern Dutch. Breda has a distinctive Burgundian atmosphere typical of the southern Netherlands, with good food, outdoor cafes, and a welcoming community. The city feels more relaxed than northern Dutch cities.
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Tracks from HOVI
Social InnovationSpecialisation
Working towards solutions with people, not just for them. That is the power of Social Innovation. You will think up creative solutions to social issues together with others. Initia…
Sports & EsportsSpecialisation
Sports and esports play a crucial role in today’s society. They socially connect people, provide identity, are key to health, vitality and personal development. In addition, these …
Leisure & Events Management (regular study programme)Specialisation
At Leisure & Events Management we train you to become part of the future generation of leisure managers with a broad view of the sector and a modern vision of society. After all, s…
Live Music & Dance EventsSpecialisation
Live Music and Dance Events is a specialisation that focuses on live music and dance events (music festivals, pop venues, clubs) at the heart of the leisure industry. The central t…
Attractions & Theme Parks ManagementSpecialisation
Attractions and theme parks are continuously innovating and diversifying. For instance, attraction parks are evolving into complete holiday resorts offering accommodation and enter…
Urban Life & PlacemakingSpecialisation
This specialisation focuses on leisure taking place in cities and all the aspects playing a role there - looking from a social, economic and spatial perspective, in many different …
+1 more tracks
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: vrijetijdsbesteding, recreatie
Median starting salary (field)€2,518/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating93%
Months to a substantial job33.5
Working in their own field51%
Permanent contract30%
Satisfied with their job3.9/5
Where bachelor graduates continue
International Leisure, Tourism & Events Management17%
Top graduate occupations (field)
Organisatoren van conferenties en evenementen26%
Vertegenwoordigers, accountmanagers retail en exportmanagers10%
Specialisten reclame en marketing6%
Vakspecialisten website-ontwikkeling en -beheer4%
Office managers4%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 270%
Complete this degree51%
Continue studying after graduating7%
Women among first-years64%
Say workload is “just right”62%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.8/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 560 respondents
Content & set-up3.7
Teachers3.8
Atmosphere4.3
Involvement & contact3.8
Study guidance4.1
Testing & assessment3.6
Facilities4
Career preparation3.9
Teachers' English3.8
Would choose again3.7
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-05-01
Application deadline
2027-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2027-05-01
Application deadline
2028-05-01
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: 169
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: 169
- IELTS overall band: 6.0
- TOEFL internet based: 80
Scholarships
BUas Bachelor Scholarship€3,000 tuition-fee reduction in the first year; €1,500 in consecutive years
NL Scholarship (incoming students)€5,000 living-cost contribution
Internships
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