Results for tag: study abroad
5 steps to confidently apply to uni
| Date: | 07 March 2022 |
| Author: | Leslie Willis |
If you are reading this right now, you are probably about to apply for a program at the University of Groningen, or more specifically, Campus Fryslân. Glad to see you here! I hope this little guide finds you at a good point in time and will help you...
Hoe gaat dat? - How to Learn Dutch and How to Apply It
| Date: | 21 February 2022 |
| Author: | Leslie Willis |
As an expat in the Netherlands, it can be hard to learn the language and then actually get to speak it. Learning is one thing, trying it out is the next - and what do you do if you say “Hoi, mag ik betalen”, but the Dutchie at the supermarket (or insert...
7 ideas on how to choose a degree programme during a pandemic
| Date: | 02 December 2021 |
| Author: | Leslie Willis |
How do you choose a degree when living with a virus has almost become the new normal and measurements are changing all the time? Here you are with some advice from somebody that has been part of it too.
Five ways to find the right degree programme for you
| Date: | 09 November 2021 |
What will help you best to find the right degree programme? Here are 5 ways to feel confident about your final decision.
5 'strange' Dutch habits that might be useful to know about
| Date: | 19 October 2021 |
Just moved to the Netherlands? Here are 5 strange but typically Dutch behaviors you should know to protect yourself from awkward situations.
11 Dutch sayings that are very funny when translated to English
| Date: | 29 September 2021 |
Ever heard a Dutch saying that didn't make any sense? Try translating it to English and it will make you laugh even more.
What is DigiD?
| Date: | 23 September 2021 |
Read everything about DigiD and why it's important to have one as an international student.
How to survive culture shock
| Date: | 18 September 2021 |
Culture shock isn't a fun experience, to say the least. In this blog you'll read about how it arises and what may help to overcome it.
How to: Dutch health insurance for international students
| Date: | 10 September 2021 |
As an international student in the Netherlands you may or may not be obligated to take out Dutch health insurance. In this blog post we will help you figure out whether you need to take action or not.
5 things to do to quickly feel at home
| Date: | 01 September 2021 |
If you're wondering what to do and how to meet new people in Leeuwarden, here are 5 tips on things you should try after moving to our city.