Questions and Answers

The Twente Health School will take place on from Monday 18 May to Wednesday 20 May 2026 (3 days). On Thursday 21 May 2026 we offer a optional excursion day. 

We will be posting the detailed programme at the start of 2026.

Thank you for your interest in contributing to the Twente Health School.

If you would like to propose an engaging keynote or share other ideas, feel free to email twente-health-school@utwente.nl with a brief outline (title, 3–4 sentences, preferred format, and availability).

The Twente Health School is intended for PhD students and early-career researchers.

The Twente Health School is a three-day Spring School at the University of Twente that brings together PhD students and early-career researchers to explore how health, data and technology shape the future of care through lectures, workshops, lab visits, and real-world collaboration. 

The programme unfolds over three themed days:

• Day 1 – Technology Shaping Health & Society: explore major challenges, real-world use cases, and the broader impact of health technology.
• Day 2 – New Frontiers in Data, AI & Health: dive into hands-on workshops, case studies, and emerging data-driven methods.
• Day 3 – Evaluation, Systems & Responsible Practice: focus on human factors, system design, and the ethics of responsible AI and healthcare innovation.

An optional fourth day includes a visit to Amsterdam, where participants can explore cultural highlights in one of Europe’s most vibrant cities.

The Twente Health School is organised by the Health research theme of the Faculty of Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences (BMS) at the University of Twente. The event reflects the theme’s mission to advance human-centred, data-driven, and responsible innovations for better health and wellbeing. By bringing together researchers, clinicians, and industry partners, The Twente Health School showcases how interdisciplinary collaboration can shape the future of healthcare.

Learn more about the BMS Health theme here.

No, social activities are optional. However, we believe they are a great opportunity to get to know your fellow participants better.

The main three-day programme includes several informal networking moments, and participants can also choose to join an optional fourth day in Amsterdam focused on cultural activities and exploring the city together.

This additional day is not included in the standard fee and can be booked separately for an extra cost.

• Participants can get a maximum of 1,5 European Credit (ECTS). We would like to point out that recognition of credits is at the discretion of your home institution.
• On the last day of the original 3-day programme, you will receive a certificate.

We will do everything we can to offer you the best possible experience!

If you have specific accessibility or dietary needs, you can indicate them during the registration process. If any needs arise after registration, please contact us directly — we’ll be happy to find the best solution together.

To ensure a high-quality and collaborative learning experience, participation in the Twente Health School is open to candidates who meet the following criteria:

• PhD students and early-career researchers (up to 5 years after PhD) from universities or research institutes.
• Applicants should have an academic or professional interest in the intersection of health, technology, and data.
• The programme is conducted in English, so a good command of English (spoken and written) is required.

We expect that you join the Twente Health School from start to finish, so that all participants can benefit from the full experience.

By completing the entire programme, you can obtain a maximum of 1,5 European Credit (ECTS). Please note that recognition of credits is at the discretion of your home institution.

No, PhD's and early-career researchers from both partner and non-partner universities may apply.

1. Fill out the full registration form via aanmelder.nl 
2. Proceed to checkout and choose your payment
3. You will receive an email with the confirmation of your provisional registration
4. After approval of your provisional registration, ultimately within one week you will receive a confirmation of your registration.

After the registration:

1. You will receive an email with the confirmation of your provisional registration
2. After approval of your provisional registration, ultimately within one week you will receive a confirmation of your registration.
3. Please check Visa and insurance to find out if you need to arrange visa, too.

Depending on your country of origin, you may need a visa to attend. Please check the Dutch visa regulations on the immigration authority’s website, or contact the embassy or consulate of the Netherlands for specific information that applies to your situation.

We recommend starting the visa application process well in advance of the Twente Health School, as processing times, required documents, and procedures may vary.

To get a general idea of whether and what type of visa you may need, please check the Dutch government’s web tool: NetherlandsWorldwide

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To apply for a visa, use the checklist provided by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs:

You may receive an invitation letter after successful registration.

Please send an email with your request to twente-health-school@utwente.nl.

Obtaining an appropriate visa is the personal responsibility of the candidate. If a visa is necessary for you to travel to the Netherlands, it is unfortunately not possible to join the Twente Health School. Go to General Terms & Conditions to read more about the cancellation policy.

The Twente Health School does not provide any insurance. Please make sure you arrange your own travel insurance for your stay in the Netherlands.

Your insurance should cover medical costs, liability, accidents, and repatriation to your home country in case of emergencies. We also recommend taking out a short-term cancellation insurance.

For more information, please refer to the General Terms & Conditions for details on the cancellation policy.

When four (prospective) participants from the same institution register for the Twente Health School, the fifth participant from the same institution will receive a 50% discount code for their registration.

To receive the discount code, the group must contact us via twente-health-school@utwente.nl after the first four participants have registered and before the fifth participant completes their registration. Once verified, the fifth participant will receive the discount code by email.

The discount code is personal and non-transferable. Any misuse or mismatch between the nominated name and the registration details will result in cancellation.
Each discount code may be used only once.

If tickets are sold out, the discount code cannot be used. The fifth participant may instead join the waiting list (see clause 2). The discount code is valid until 1 April 2026. After this date, registration for the Twente Health School closes.

The programme fee for the Twente Health School is:

• €300 for PhD candidates or early-career researchers employed at the University of Twente
• €600 for participants from other universities or institutes

The fee includes:

• Full access to all sessions, workshops, and activities during the three programme days
• Coffee breaks and lunches
• Social and networking activities
• Conference materials
• A certificate of participation (worth up to 1.5 ECTS; recognition depends on your home institution)

Participants may also choose to join an optional fourth day in Amsterdam for an additional €50.

Additional costs you may incur (including but not limited to):

• Flights or train travel
• Accommodation and local tourist taxes
• Breakfast
• Travel insurance (participants must arrange their own insurance)
• Additional sightseeing or excursions
• Visa-related expenses, such as document translation
• Personal expenses: pocket money, test fees, phone calls, transportation between locations (unless it's included in the programme), purchase of supplies or books, visits to nearby attractions, personal care items, etc.
• the 4th optional day (Amsterdam citry trip) is not included in the standard fee

Please note that the Twente Health School does not arrange or cover any of these additional costs.

We support the following payment options: 

• iDeal
• BanContact
• Creditcard (Maestro/Visa)
• PayPal

Please go to General Terms & Conditions for the detailed cancellation policy.

Sometimes you will need to travel independently — for example, to reach the day’s starting point, return to your accommodation, or explore during your free time. Here are the best options:

• Arriva Bus: Regular buses run between the University of Twente campus and the city centres of Enschede and Hengelo. Plan your trip using the 9292 App. You can check in and out using your debit card, credit card, or mobile phone (NFC).
• Bicycle: The Netherlands is famous for its excellent cycling infrastructure. Renting a bicycle for your stay is highly recommended. Please make sure to familiarise yourself with Dutch traffic rules.
• Taxis: Local taxi services in Enschede include DiTaxi and TaxiMaxx.
• Uber: Uber is also available as an alternative for quick and flexible travel.

U-Park Hotel

Located at the University of Twente's campus, walking distance from the conference activities.

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Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant De Broeierd-Enschede

The Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant De Broeierd-Enschede is located across the street of the University of Twente. It is a walking distance away from the conference activities.

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Little Monkey Hostel

Little Monkey is Enschede's first and only hostel, perfectly situated in the heart of the city.

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Intercity Hotel

The Intercity Hotel is located in the city centre, nearby the train station. 

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There are alternative options for accomodation, such as hostels, guest houses or bed and breakfast, or appartments and studios. To find the best suited one for your needs, we suggest checking the options on Booking.com.

The University of Twente is well connected and reachable by public transport. Below you can find examples of routes you can take from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and Eindhoven Airport to the University of Twente.

If you are planning to use public transport during your travel, we advise you to check the trip planner of the dutch railway company. There you can find the most up to date information, plan your trip and buy tickets. 

Your safety is our priority. In case of an emergency during your stay or while attending the Twente Health School, please follow these steps:

There will be several members of the Twente Health School crew present throughout the programme. You can recognise them by their clothing and badges.

If you need assistance during the event, please use the following options:

• Call the event phone number: +31 53 489 1291
  This number will be available during the programme for practical questions or support.
• Talk to a crew member on site:
  If you see a Twente Health School crew member, feel free to approach them with any questions.
• General questions about the Twente Health School:
  For questions before or after the event, please email:
  twente-health-school@utwente.nl

The General Terms and Conditions can be found here.