Breda University of Applied Sciences taught bachelor programmes and five English taught master programmes. With a focus on the development of academic knowledge and the promotion of sound professional practice, the specialist disciplines of Breda University of Applied Sciences are: In the fields of tourism, leisure and hospitality, Breda University of Applied Sciences is the largest education institute in the world. According to the league table of Dutch universities of applied sciences of ‘’, Breda University of Applied Sciences is one of the best universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands for many years. Breda University of Applied Sciences prepares for practical management-level positions in
Capture of Breda (1590) so the poorly attempted siege ended in failure and Mansfeld retreated. The city would remain in Dutch hands until 1625, date in which the Spanish tercios of Ambrosio Spinola would be able to recapture it after a long siege. In 1637 Breda after yet another siege would return to Dutch hands once and for all. Around 1610 the construction of the Spanish Gate or "Spandjaardsgat" was started as a remembrance to the successful capture of Breda in 1590. Also the gate was to assist in refreshing the stagnant water of the castle's moat. Capture of Breda (1590) The Capture of