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Experiences, Articles and stories about studying in Europe
Find out how studying in Europe is like, how to apply, which places to go and much more by exploring our numerous articles! All articles are written by our student ambassadors, ensuring that you will get first-hand experiences from people studying in Europe!
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Realize Your Full Potential – is your choice of studies really the right one?
Having been studying for almost seven years now, I feel I can say that probably one of the most memorable moments during your academic career is going to be the first day of your studies...
How to choose the right university for your exchange programme
Applying for the exchange program is an important step in your life. Since most students can only apply to one program, it is advisable to choose the university carefully...
“johnny la gente esta muy loca” – ERASMUS destination Spain
25 years ago ERASMUS (European Region Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students) was born. Since 1987 nearly three Million European students have participated in this awesome programme...
Studying in Scotland - Financial support & entry requirements
Fortunately for the ones who cannot afford paying for the tuition fees that the universities ask for, the Scottish Government offers funding...
Top reasons why you should study abroad with ERASMUS
Erasmus is a programme which offers students the chance to study between 3 and 12 months in another European country...
Getting Prepared to be Exposed to Dutch Style
Starting to live/study in a country always brings some uncertainties. Of course also when you study in The Netherlands...
The uniqueness of student life in Istanbul
Let’s start with a cliché, “Do you want to study in a unique city where you can unite between Europe and Asia?”...
How to be a successful student in Finland
For international students Finland is becoming a more and more popular destination due to its’ good reputation and unique lifestyle...
Engineering & Study Abroad - Don't Miss Out!
For engineers, a highly demanding academic schedule or the already extended 5 year commitment for a Bachelors degree makes studying abroad an uncommon and difficult decision...
Studying in Greece
Greece is not a very popular studying destination for international students. However, it can be a very nice choice...
Moving from South to North - Useful survival tips
Study abroad is an exciting idea which will contribute to your life in many senses. Thousands of people, new food, climate, language, culture...
Good reasons to study in Cyprus
It is possible to study in Cyprus? Yes, it is! And there are numerous good reasons to do so...
Europe, the dream of change
Learn about study opportunities in Europe - from an Arabic perspective...
Studying in Eastern Europe
In Eastern Europe you can not only find numerous high-class study opportunities and an overwhelming cultural diversity but also enjoy very affordable living costs...
Studying in Scotland - An overall experience
Learn about the practicalities when it comes to studying in Scotland...
A roadmap from Middle East to Europe
Learn about the challenges and important things to take care of when you are planning to study in Europe
ERASMUS destination: Rotterdam
Madrid, Spain or Rotterdam, The Netherlands? Learn why Andra chose rainy Rotterdam over Madrid for going on ERASMUS exchange...
Working part-time while studying
We all know that being a student means too many times running out of money and trying to find all kind of solutions for paying a month’s rent without having to starve yourself...
Überfüllte Unis in Deutschland: Studieren in Österreich als Alternative?
Seit Jahren nimmt die Anzahl der Studierenden in Deutschland kontinuierlich zu und Hörsäle zunehmend überfüllt...
Study & Work, are student jobs an alternative?
If your studies abroad start to get a little bit too costly for you, the scholarship simply doesn’t cover it all and the city or country you ‘re living in is known for being expensive, what other alternatives are there...
10 good reasons to study in Slovenia
Studying in Slovenia? Yes, you can! You may not even have heard about that little country before, but you should definitely check out its study opportunities...
5 tips for a great Erasmus experience
Find out which are the "must-do"s when you go study abroad with ERASMUS and how to make sure you make the most out of the experience ahead of you.
Radboud University Nijmegen
Established in 1923, Radboud University Nijmegen is one of the leading academic communities in the Netherlands with a strong focus on research. Its seven faculties offer 40 Bachelor programmes and 67 Master programmes in a variety of fields...
3 important things you need to know about life in Lausanne
I haven’t even had the time to realise how fast time elapses while being in Switzerland. As a PhD student in Lausanne I rapidly became fascinated with the wonderful landscape, winter sports and summer hikes. 2 years passed...
Life in Switzerland
About 2 years ago I was entering Switzerland: a country of financial abundance, endless working opportunities and open-minded people. As I am writing from my campus desk I look outside the window and admire the splendid snowy mountain views and lakeside. Then I thought to myself...
Exchange programs: things you should check before leaving for your destination.
Excitement is taking you over, you are overwhelmed with emotions: finally, you are about to leave but there is always something you can do to make sure you live your exchange experience at the best...
Life after Erasmus
Erasmus is a lifestyle, which I suppose many people know, and if they don’t yet, they should get to know it at one point in their student life. It is most times easy to get familiar and comfortable with this lifestyle, but it’s very hard to say goodbye to this behaviour. During your Erasmus...
Study Smart
If you have been 18 years old, fresh graduate, willing to continue your studies to a higher education, you definitely were wondering what and where to study and how to get there...
Sicily - Adventure of a lifetime
I like to think of Sicily as an autonomous island with its own rules and lifestyle. Though it is a part of Italy, it can hardly be compared to the rest of the country, especially to the northern part. For me, Sicily was an adventure of the lifetime, something I will always remember and I can recommend the experience to everybody.
Studying in Budapest: Accommodation
Are you planning to study in Budapest? Learn more about your accommodation options...
Study Agriculture in Heart of Europe: Czech Republic
Learn more about studying agriculture in the heart of Europe...
Study Exchange in Germany – a psychological perspective
As a former ERASMUS student myself and a psychology student I wrote my Master Thesis at a German university about foreign students and their study exchange experiences here in Germany. Using my research results I would like to show you some interesting and (hopefully) surprising facts about studying abroad.
Overcoming the post-exchange blues
Exchange programs have been the success story of the past few decades and managed to change many young lives, in most cases positively. Even if the time abroad wasn’t a walk in the park or didn’t live up to the expectations, it is usually still such a major change in a young student’s life that coming home may stir up unexpected emotions. Ironically, whereas many people heading abroad for the first time have prepared for some kind of a culture shock (without actually suffering from any), they rarely ever can anticipate any difficulties upon return home. However, lots of people suffer from some kind of melancholic feelings after coming home.
Curiorities of the Nordic student life
The Nordic countries – Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Iceland – have altogether about 170 institutions of higher education spread to a large geographical area in very northern (and cold) latitudes. What is special on the global scale in these countries is the common lack of tuition fees for the majority of students in most universities and polytechnics. When it comes to student culture and the way of life, there are a few other things unique in the Nordic countries. Here’s a few of them listed.
Dutch student culture from an outsider's perspective
For a foreigner the Dutch student life may not at first glance seem very different from any other way of student behaviour in other places. However, the longer one lives in the Clogland, the more obvious and striking certain traits in student culture usually become. Breaking outside of the international student bubble can reveal what more there is to the Dutch student culture than just babbling away in an overcrowded pub while downing 0,25l glasses of Heineken while more or less rhythmically swaying to some form of electronic music.
Erasmus destination: KRAKOW
Krakow, the capital of the Malopolska region and the third biggest city of Poland, is definitely the right place to consider for study exchange. Usually students choose their Erasmus destination city in a country that culturally differs from their own in order to experience something new. However, Krakow will surely surprise students from Slavic nations with its diversity. I can say with 100 % certainty the latter because it applies to my personal experience.
Why lose friends and alienate people when you can gain friends as an alien?
Being new in a city can be both exciting and scary. But don’t worry, there are many ways of making friends in a new city. You will make friends you can come back to visit after you leave and a network of friends all around the world. Follow this quick guide to see how to make the most out of your experience of studying abroad.
Student campus events at EPFL in Lausanne
There is never an inactive time, event-wise, at EPFL! Events are organized by the university itself, different faculties, student associations and interest groups. The main portal to access all events taking plac
Moscow - a student's dream or nightmare?
Russia is exciting and thought-provoking and so is its ancient capital, Moscow...
Erasmus period – what THEN?
“I do not know what will be next! I only wish it never ends!”
Choosing an accomodation in Germany: The WG
First of all, if you are about to move to Germany and you need to find an accommodation you probably will find on websites the word “WG”...
Tips on how to prepare yourself for going to study abroad
I can tell from my own experience how difficult it can be to prepare for going on exchange to a different country. You pack your suitcase full of clothes, think about money, passport, your mobile phone, camera, ipod, etc… plus charger and finally when you’ve packed everything you always feel like there’s something missing but don’t quite know what. For all of you out there, who feel the same way, I will start this list with some vital information, which you can continue for yourselves.
Studying in Odense, Denmark
When I left for Denmark, I didn’t know much about the country, except that it was a monarchy (with the most handsome crown-prince in whole Europe according to my grandma) and that the language sounded funny. So I can say that I arrived there quite unprepared and without any preconceived expectations. I went there by car and, thus, was able to observe part of the country on my way to Odense, birth town of the famous fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen and situated on the island of Fyn just an hour away from Copenhagen. It is the third largest city of Denmark and, in my opinion, the most beautiful one.
International Helsinki Days in Finland
Looking for something meaningful to fill your winter vacation? Why not try applying for International Helsinki Days in Finland?
How to get around Groningen, The Netherlands?
Even though Groningen is a small city, it can be confusing, especially when trying to move from place to place, or to get somewhere in general. I will now try to provide you with some useful information and try to make things a little bit easier for you.
How to find a place to live in Groningen
Finding a place in Groningen can be very tricky, especially during August and September because that’s when most of the people are coming for the first time to the city. Also because of that you need to be aware that people who are renting rooms might raise the price more. You have to be careful when looking for a room and always attentive to every detail: location, services included and heating are the most important ones!
Work placements abroad with LEONARDO
There are lots of reasons for going abroad: travelling, studying, discovering new places, sports, relaxing… All of them have one aspect in common: It is an exciting and extraordinary event. So why don’t you mix business with pleasure and do your work placement (that you have to do during your studies anyway) abroad, too?
10 things you can do to avoid homesickness
Homesickness is the strong wish to be at home – to be surrounded by familiar things. Typical symptoms of homesickness can be sadness, crying, and lack of appetite or a general feeling of weariness. The reason of it is simply the lost familiarity. It is much easier to handle things, you are used to. Knowing how to react on certain situations or how to speak to others gives a feeling of social security. Going to another country, especially
London, the city I called home
Looking back at the time I lived in London I can admit, it was one of the most exciting and challenging experience in my yet young life. I spent a year and a bit in this city and don’t regret a day of it. Some claim London is the center of the world. I agree, especially if you are able to create your own world within this crazy, beautiful and sometimes very tiring metropolis.
Plan your plan
The fact that you are reading this article, means that, on some level, you understand the importance of doing the research on the place where you're going to study. In this article, I want to inspire you to look in the right places, but more importantly, with the right attitude.
Denmark. Skål for happy people
It’s well known fact that Denmark is number one for being the happiest country on earth, statistically. The happiest means that the highest percentage of Danish population claimed themselves to be happy. And what is better than a happy nation? I was one of lucky many who got to experience it all myself.
Recognition of ERASMUS courses
For more than 10 years we have the Bologna process now, but there are still many difficulties in the process of course recognition after a study exchange in Europe. And since the recognition of academic results gained during a study experience abroad is an important precondition for many students I would like to give a short introduction into this topic.