Region: Venlo

Reinstate Spanish as an Elective Course for Supplementary Credits

Petition is addressed to
Fontys Executive Board

19 Signatures

19 %
100 for collection target

19 Signatures

19 %
100 for collection target
  1. Launched 05/03/2026
  2. Time remaining > 4 months
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Petition addressed to: Fontys Executive Board

We call upon Fontys Venlo University of Applied Sciences to reinstate Spanish as an elective course for supplementary credits with the following requirements:

  • Minimum one-semester duration
  • Available for supplementary credits toward graduation
  • Open to all students
  • Implementation in September of 2026

This investment will enhance student employability and position our graduates competitively in the global job market.

Reason

Spanish is spoken by 580+ million people across 21 countries. It is the world's second most spoken language and high in demand for careers in healthcare, education, business, tourism, and international trade.

Proficiency allows for direct communication with Spanish-speaking clients, partners, and colleagues, building trust and strengthening relationships therefore a huge asset in our business studies.

We request reinstatement of Spanish as an elective course for supplementary credits. In a competitive 2026 job market, Spanish proficiency is no longer optional. It's a strategic investment in your future.

Thank you so much for your support, Sirin Haddad, Niederkrüchten
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Petition started: 03/05/2026
Collection ends: 09/04/2026
Region: Venlo
Topic: Education

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Why people sign

I enjoy learning new languages

Weil Mehrsprachigkeit so wichtig ist.

I enjoy spanish, and I wish I could learn it at uni in parallel with dutch.

Weil ich Spanisch eine unfassbar schöne Sprache finde, die ich gerne erlernen würde!

I want the extra credits

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