Intro program: Life Sciences

Ga je als Nederlandse student deze Engelstalige opleiding volgen?
Dan vind je hier de startinfo van Life Sciences.
Are you an international student? There are some important need-to-knows before you arrive in the Netherlands and a number of things you need tot take care of. You can read more about it here

It’s about to begin! In the week of August 26, we will welcome you to the HAN Campus. We are looking forward to meeting you in person! On this page, you can find all the information for a great introduction week in the Life Sciences program and the best possible start of your studies!

What are you going to do?

Intro Program Life Sciences - fulltime

During the introduction week for internationals, there are 2 different options. The first option is to participate in the full introduction program. During this program, you will sleep at the camp and won't have time to do other things such as looking for housing or buying items for your stay in the Netherlands. The second option is to participate as a daytime visitor. With this option, you only take part in activities outside the camp.

A bicycle is absolutely necessary during this week if you choose the first option of the introduction, as the activities take place at various locations in Nijmegen. Walking and public transportation simply take too long here and are sometimes not possible!

Daytime program follows full program
08:00 – 08:30 | Arrival new students (mandatory)
All new students arrive at the camp, and their presence is checked at the gate.
Location: Camp, next to McDonalds, Rijksweg 5 in Malden

08:30 – 08:45 | Welcome speech and introduction (mandatory)
The head of the introduction committee gives a brief welcome speech, after which the groups have the opportunity to get acquainted.
Location: Camp

09:30 – 12:30 | International Welcome Day
A plenary session with activities, followed by a lunch and info fair for all international students. During the welcome day you will get important information regarding municipal registration, residence permit, insurances, and other important matters that are essential for a good start in the Netherlands
Location: HAN; Kapittelweg 33, canteen area

15:00 – 17:00 | Crazy88 (mandatory)
Crazy88 is a game where participants must complete 88 challenging and sometimes crazy tasks within a certain time limit.
Location: City center

17:30 – 19:00 | Dinner at the camp (mandatory)
Dinner at the camp with all students.
Location: Camp

20:00 – 21:40 | Centurion (mandatory)
During a centurion, a mix is played with a beep heard every minute. Upon hearing this beep, all participants take a sip of their drink.
Note! Non-alcoholic options are available.
Location: Camp

21:40 – 04:00 | Party
A small party at the camp to conclude the first day of the introduction. The teachers who met the students earlier that day will also be present.
Location: Camp
08:15 – 08:45 | Morning show and gymnastics (mandatory)
A morning show organized by two members of the introduction committee followed by a healthy dose of exercise to wake everyone up.
Location: Camp

08:45 – 09:15 | Breakfast
Breakfast at the camp with all students.
Location: Camp

11:00 – 12:30 | Boules & Bites (mandatory)
Various games at Boules & Bites.
Location: Boules & Bites Bar Nijmegen

13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch (mandatory)
Lunch at a café near the HAN campus in Nijmegen.
Location: Café de Professor

14:00 – 16:00 | Water fight (mandatory)
A water fight to cool off after a morning of playing jeu de boules.
Location: Camp

17:00 – 18:30 | Diner (mandatory)
Diner at the city center of Nijmegen.
Locatie: To be determined

18:30 – 21:00 | Pubcrawl (mandatory)
During the pub crawl, teams visit various bars in Nijmegen to get acquainted with some of the locations where SV 't Reactievat organizes their monthly drinks. After the pub crawl program, there's still time for your group to further explore the city.
Location: Nijmegen city center: Molenstraat, Koningsplein, Faberplein

21:00 – 04:00 | Party
Party at the camp to conclude the second day of the introduction.
Location: Camp
09:15 – 09:45 | Morning show and gymnastics (mandatory)
A morning show organized by two members of the introduction committee followed by a healthy dose of exercise to wake everyone up.
Location: Camp

09:45 – 10:15 | Breakfast
Breakfast at the camp with all students.
Location: Camp

11:00 – 12:30 | Pubquiz (mandatory)
A fun pub quiz with questions about: general trivia, music, science, and beverages.
Location: Camp

13:00 – 15:00 | Worst time of the day
Having lunch together with hot dogs.
Vegetarian and vegan options are available
Location: Camp

15:00 – 23:00 | Open Up Festival – For all new HAN students
he atmosphere is lively, and the first friendships have been made. We're ending the week with a bang at the Open Up Festival. From the main stage with top artists to the food area that will make your taste buds dance. You'll discover talents at Open Up Your Talent and be surprised at the cultural podium. Something for everyone - don't miss out! Access to the Open Up Festival is free for all new HAN students. You will only be granted access to the Open Up Festival if you are wearing a 2024 Open Up wristband.

16:00 – 17:00 | Games at the camp (mandatory)
Our own version of the Olympic Games.
Location: Camp

22:00 – 04:00 | Theme party
To close out the final evening on a high note, we're organizing a themed party. The theme will be announced earlier in the week so that everyone can prepare accordingly.
Location: Camp
08:45 – 09:15 | Morning show and gymnastics (mandatory)
A morning show organized by two members of the introduction committee followed by a healthy dose of exercise to wake everyone up.
Location: Camp

09:15 – 09:45 | Breakfast
Breakfast at the camp with all students.
Location: Camp

10:00 – 12:30 | Clean-up (mandatory)
Everyone ensures that their sleeping gear is packed and helps with cleaning up the area.
Location: Camp

13:00 – 15:30 | Olround (mandatory)
During this final activity, we're heading to Olround Nijmegen. Here, we'll go bowling, engage in an outdoor activity, and enjoy a buffet with wraps.
Allergens will be taken into consideration
Location: Olround Nijmegen

16:00 – 16:30 | Closing speech (mandatory)
We conclude the week together with the closing speech from the head of the introduction committee.
Afterwards, there will be an opportunity to ask questions or join the association.
Location: HAN

09:30 – 12:30 | International Welcome Day
A plenary session with activities, followed by a lunch and info fair for all international students. During the welcome day you will get important information regarding municipal registration, residence permit, insurances, and other important matters that are essential for a good start in the Netherlands
Location: HAN; Kapittelweg 33, canteen area

13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch
Having lunch together.
Location: To be determined

15:00 – 17:00 | Crazy88
Crazy88 is a game where participants must complete 88 challenging and sometimes crazy tasks within a certain time limit.
Location: City center
12:30 – 13:15 | Boules & Bites
Various games at Boules & Bites.
Location: Boules & Bites Bar Nijmegen

18:30 – 21:00 | Pubcrawl
During the pub crawl, teams visit various bars in Nijmegen to get acquainted with some of the locations where SV 't Reactievat organizes their monthly drinks. After the pub crawl program, there's still time for your group to further explore the city.
Participation in the pub crawl is voluntary and therefore your own responsibility. It is not possible to join us at the camp to end the day with us.
Location: Nijmegen city center: Molenstraat, Koningsplein, Faberplein
15:00 – 23:00 | Open Up Festival – For all new HAN students
The atmosphere is lively, and the first friendships have been made. We're ending the week with a bang at the Open Up Festival. From the main stage with top artists to the food area that will make your taste buds dance. You'll discover talents at Open Up Your Talent and be surprised at the cultural podium. Something for everyone - don't miss out! Access to the Open Up Festival is free for all new HAN students. You will only be granted access to the Open Up Festival if you are wearing a 2024 Open Up wristband.
12:00 – 13:00 | Olround
For our last activity, we're going to Olround Nijmegen to conclude the introduction with an exciting game of bowling.
Location: Olround Nijmegen

Registration

Don't want to miss out and participate in the full introduction program? Sign up now via https://webshop.han.nl/products/introduction-chemistry-life-science-august-2024/2031/

Once you have made the payment, you are registered. In July, an additional information booklet will be sent to you, including a packing list.

If you choose the daytime visitor program. Please sign up via https://webshop.han.nl/products/introduction-chemistry-life-science-daytime-visitors-august-2024/2030/ Once you have made the payment, you are registered. In July, an additional information booklet will be sent to you, including a packing list.

If you're not participating in the introduction of Life Sciences or Chemistry but still want to attend the free Open Up Festival in Nijmegen or the Open Up Sunrise Festival in Arnhem, you can! You don't need to sign up for that. As a new student, you can pick up an Open Up wristband 2024 in the Open Up Area on the HAN campus or at the entrance of the festival.
Cost

The complete introduction program costs €100.
These costs include accommodation, breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The daytime visitor program costs €50.
These costs include participation in the activities

Are you only coming to the Open Up Festival or Open Up Sunrise Festival? It's free for all new students of the HAN. Get your access pass (Open Up wristband 2024) at the Open Up Area or at the festival entrance.
Questions

If you have questions about the introduction of Life Sciences or Chemistry you can contact Danny Rijken from the student association 't Reactievat at introductie@svreactievat.nl. Danny is also available during the summer vacation for questions.

If you have a general question about the introduction or about enrolling in your program, you can contact ASK HAN.
Medication and allergies

Do you have any medications or allergies? Please include them in the registration form for the introduction. This ensures that the week runs smoothly. If you have any doubts about medications or allergies, please send us an email: introductie@svreactievat.nl

The Open Up Area is your base camp in the Introduction Week. For example, You can go here with questions about your program, or if you cannot find the building or room. It is the meeting place on the HAN campus with a cozy terrace and (live) music.

Make sure to stop by the Open Up Area to pick up your entrance ticket for the Open Up Sunrise Festival on Thursday.

HAN OPENS ITS DOORS

Open Up 2024

You are on the brink of taking a big step in your life. Full of excitement… student life awaits. HAN literally opens its doors for you during the Open Up Introduction week.

Everything you need to know about HAN introduction week

Knoop doorhakken studiekeuze tussenjaar feestende jongeren

't Reactievat

THE STUDENT ASSOCIATION OF THE ACADEMY OF APPLIED BIOSCIENCES AND CHEMISTRY

With the start of your studies, your student life also begins! A fun time together with other students. You'll meet them, for example, at 't Reactievat, the student association for students of the Chemie, BML, Bioinformatics, Life Science, and Chemistry programs! A student association is only for students and is also run by students from your program. You exchange knowledge and participate in interesting activities related to your studies, such as lectures, fairs, and study trips. Of course, there's also time for parties and drinks. You make lifelong friends here and build your network from day one. Not only is 't Reactievat a student association but also a close-knit family for its active members. And did you know that 't Reactievat also organizes the introduction?

HAN-studenten aan een lange tafel met biertjes in een feesttent.

How do I get to the HAN campus?

The HAN campus in Nijmegen is easily accessible by bike, public transport and car. The campus is within cycling distance of Nijmegen city center and you can easily walk to it from Nijmegen-Heijendaal railway station.

View all HAN locations

General Terms and Conditions

We set some important house rules during the introduction week. For example about medical conditions and safety, but also about alcohol, drugs and smoking. If you participate in the Intro, then you agree with the general terms and conditions that we have drawn up for you.

Read the general terms and conditions

Don't you want to be photographed?

During the intro, pictures and videos will be made to show everybody how nice our intro is. Do you have objections? Tell the photographer or cameraman on the spot or mail to openupintro@han.nl.

Send an email to: openupintro@han.nl

important information for international students

Thera are some important need-to-knows before you arrive in the Netherlands and a number of things you need tot take care of. Also, the International Office will be in touch with you for an online part of the intro that's prior to the introduction on location at HAN.

pre- and after arrival information

startinfo voor Nederlandse studenten

Ga jij als Nederlandse student deze Engelstalige opleiding volgen? Dan vind je al jouw startinfo op de opleidingspagina op han.nl - dat is de Nederlandstalige omgeving van de HAN. Daar hebben we alle startinfo voor je op een rijtje gezet: op welke dag start je met Life Sciences, hoe weet je of je inschrijving definitief is en waar vind je de boekenlijst? Binnenkort is deze pagina beschikbaar

The intro program