Unexpected Journey is organised every year in the week before the first lectures take place. The programme is designed to help you get to know your classmates and fellow students, BUas and Breda-based organisations better.
This year, the introduction programme consists of two parts. On Monday 24 August, a Campus & City Day will be organised on the BUas campus and in Breda city centre. From Tuesday 25 August to Friday 28 August 2026, the second part of the programme will take place at Camping Tulderheyde in Ravels (Belgium).
You can register for both parts of the programme. We recommend taking part in the full introduction programme. Participation in the Campus & City Day and the programme at Camping Tulderheyde costs €180.00. Participation in the Campus & City Day only costs €15.00. You can sign up through the registration page.
In the week leading up to the introduction week, you will receive an email with practical information and the programme’s final start and end times.
During the morning of the Campus & City Day on Monday 24 August, you will get to know your classmates through various fun activities on the BUas campus. You will receive practical information about matters you will encounter in the first few weeks of your studies and meet your study coach.
After a joint lunch with your classmates and fellow students, the afternoon will be all about getting to know Breda. You’ll explore the city centre through fun activities at exciting locations.
Check-in
In the morning/early afternoon, you will be expected at Tulderheyde Campsite for the check-in. After arriving at the campsite, you and your classmates will have time to set up your sleeping area.
Quest and barbecue
Settled in? Now you and your classmates will explore the grounds through fun assignments. You will get to know your classmates better after which it is time to warm up for the first evening. And what better way to do that than to enjoy the best music with all the participants while enjoying a cool drink and a nice barbecue.
Opening and evening programme
The first night of Unexpected Journey promises to be a great spectacle. The introduction days will be officially kicked-off after which the evening will be filled with live music. We also have several fun other activities that you and your classmates can participate in. Keep an eye on our social media channels if you are curious about which artists are coming to the introduction.
Sports and games
The second day of Unexpected Journey starts with a communal breakfast. Then it is time to compete against other classes during the sports and games programme. You and your classmates will take part in a competition with all kinds of fun and challenging activities. Moreover, you will get to know all kinds of Breda’s organisations and the partners of Unexpected Journey.
Relax time
Need some time to relax after the sports and games programme? You can! Find a table on our terrace, take part in fun relaxing activities, dive into the swimming pond or freshen up at our foam party.
Sing-Along
After dinner, get ready to sing along to the best musical classics and hits. Warm up your vocal cords because this promises to be a great sing-along party!
Evening programme
The sing-along is a good warm-up for the evening programme that follows. Several cool DJs will provide the best beats. Are you more in need of a relaxing evening? Then you can participate in various organised activities in the evening.
Festival morning and afternoon
After a hearty breakfast, it is the ideal day to join your fellow students in various (group) activities. Enjoy various artists or play games with your class and study mates. Get to know several of Breda’s organisations during all kinds of fun activities. This way, you get to know what Breda has to offer you.
Time to relax
Cool down and take a dip in the swimming pond or find a quiet spot on the grounds to relax. We offer various activities you can participate in. At the beach, for example, you can take part in our beach & pool party. You decide what you feel like doing at that moment.
Musical bingo
Do you know all the songs played by the DJ? Then cross them off on your bingo card and win great prizes with your classmates.
Theme night
Be surprised during the theme night. We will organise all kinds of awesome activities at the venue this evening. So don’t forget to bring your themed outfit! Several DJs will provide an evening full of entertainment. The theme of the evening will be announced on our social media channels prior to the introduction.
Closing and final show
The final morning of your Unexpected Journey is dedicated to looking back on the programme together. Together with your classmates, you will have plenty of time after breakfast to tidy up and pack your things. Then we will close Unexpected Journey around noon with a final show!
Unexpected Journey – Breda by Night
Although the first lectures will already have taken place, the introduction programme will not be over yet. On Thursday 10 September, Unexpected Journey – Breda by Night will take place in Breda city centre. You’ll discover what vibrant Breda has to offer in the evening. You can discover this during a pub crawl or through various other activities organised for you. It is one of the highlights of the introduction programme, so make sure you don’t miss it.