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jbnomis
Overall
I wish I had known...
How expensive life is in the Netherlands.
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Forget teh weather and enjoy teh student life.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
Nothing special.
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“Teaching excellence”
Jamila S
Netherlands, Graduate
Development Studies, 2018
Overall
Erasmus University designs its courses in such a way that it prepares the graduates for hands-on work. Graduates are highly skilled in research in a range of research methods and are prepared to make an impact on society as its famous slogan "Making it happen."
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Pros
There should be more programs taught in English at undergraduate level.
Cons
Students graduate with hands-on knowledge.

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“Amazing university that pushes students to the limit”
Eren M
Turkey, Undergraduate
Economics, 2021
Overall
Studying in EUR means that you are ready to fight to stay inside. This means always studying and making sure you are up to date with course material. EUR also offers a fun campus with amazing study places and cozy areas to dine or drink.
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Pros
The abundance of coffee machines placed throughout the campus
Cons
The high demand of people wanting to study in study spaces.

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anonymous
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: Apartment/House
Why?
Just to keep the costs down.
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Personal comments
It was good to live in the International House in Rotterdam becasue you had the chance to meet with people from all over the world.
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anonymous
Languages
Language of instruction: Spanish
Was learning Spanish a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
You are not going to have problems with dutch, because everyone speaks english, but maybe it is a good opportunity to learn a new language, but it is dificult
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Julie G
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Family
A private grant
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
Canada is cheap! You can't beat Canada on cheap food and nightlife, especially Vancouver
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Food, Telephone, Nightlife, Travel, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Housing:
was the same price as at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Internet! What a joke, Rotterdam was just making the move to ADSL
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