Starters Information
We are happy to welcome you as a new student at the School of Life Science, Engineering & Design. You will start your programme Electrical and Electronic Engineering with us soon and we hope it will be an inspiring and successful period for you. On this page you will find more information about the introduction and the start of your programme. Keep an eye on the page until the last minute for possible changes.
Classes will start on Monday 31 August 2026. Your schedule will be available online at Xedule in August. Please check all schedules, so you will have an idea about subjects and times on the first days of your study. You will receive detailed information upon arrival at Saxion University and online.
Class times & holidays
Curious about Saxion's course schedules and holidays? Check them here!
On MySaxion.nl you will find all the tools you need for your studies at Saxion. You can find the following on MySaxion:
- Your timetable and changes to your timetable;
- Information about exams;
- Your most recent e-mails, grades and Bison and Brightspace announcements;
- Who’s who: easily search for a lecturer or fellow student;
- Information about your degree programme and Saxion's facilities;
- Urgent notices and news
Do you want to learn more about MySaxion? View the MySaxion video.
MySaxion Student App
Thanks to the new MySaxion Student App, you can now check your phone at any moment to see your current timetable and exam timetable. If a timetable changes, then you will receive a notification. Read on to see how to install the app and what you can expect of it.
This is the first step towards offering you a smartphone app that has all the information you could need during your studies. Download the app, available in the store now!
Download the booklist
You can order books in different ways. Some books are available secondhand. Please make sure you buy the right version/edition.
Laptop requirements
See the booklist.
Studiewinkel.nl
You can order your textbooks for your studies at Saxion at Studiewinkel.nl. Order your entire booklist or easily buy individual books with a 5% student discount.
The booklist can be found via the link above or by using the steps below on the website of Studiewinkel.nl (in Dutch).
- Select Saxion in the search bar
- Then select the location of your course
- Select your study programme
- View the booklist
Of course you are free to order your textbooks through other channels and suppliers. Some books are also available second hand. Please make sure you order the correct version/ edition.
INTRO is coming up and you don't want to miss it! 💚 This is your first week at Saxion and your introduction to your study programme, fellow students and student city. 25 & 26 August, you will go out with your study programme for an unforgettable start to your studies! Curious about your INTRO programme? 📅 You can find it in the INTRO-app.
The introduction to your study programme will take place on Tuesday 25 August and Wednesday 26 August in collaboration with study association WATT in Enschede.
The purpose of the introduction is to help you get to know Saxion, study programme and fellow students. You will also receive important information about your studies and take part in a range of fun activities together with your fellow students.
The programme starts at 10:00 CET in the central hall.
Join a study association and get the most out of your student time.
🎉 Go wild at the best parties
🤝 Meet students from all years
💼 Get experience in a committee or board
🚀 Work together on big projects and grow together
Check which study or student association matches your programme.
Goin' to meet future friends
Do you want to connect with future friends before you start your studies? We’ve got you! Download Goin' from the App Store on your phone. Goin' is a fun social platform for new students in the Saxion community. And the great thing is that these don't just have to be fellow students!
For questions about your course, please contact Sandra Ebberink Room W2.28 or e-mail [email protected].
Due to the summer holidays, she will not be available from 20 July to 14 August 2026.
If you have questions about your registration or your login account, please contact Saxion's Servicepoint. 088 - 019 3000 E-mail: [email protected]