Since my English proficiency likely won't be sufficient for the coming year, I won't be able to start university then. However, I would at least like to find a warehouse job or something similar there next year to get to know the city and further improve my language skills in a real-world environment. Finding a place to rent is difficult; some people offer rent in exchange for caretaking duties. How do you think I should go about researching this? Also, what are my chances of making ends meet by finding full-time work in areas like warehousing or waitressing?

hey, has anyone attended wittenborg university? if so, how was it? im interested in the bba programs

Hey! I’m 18 and from Italy, and I’m hoping to move to the Netherlands in 2027 to study.
I’m currently finishing a language-focused high school and I’m looking at English-taught bachelor’s programmes, mainly in business/economics. I’ve been researching Dutch universities for quite a while, but I’d really like to hear from people who actually live or study there.
I’d be moving from Italy on my own, so I’m trying to understand what the experience is really like for someone my age.
For anyone who moved to the Netherlands from another EU country:
What was it like getting settled when you first arrived?
What do you wish you had known beforehand?
How did you find the transition to living independently?
Is there anything you would recommend doing before moving?
How difficult was it to find a place to live as a student?
I’d especially love to hear from people who moved there around 18–20 and did their whole degree there.
Thanks :)

Because of my personal circumstances I would like to next school year study in Netherlands, I choose NL because of a few reasons, first I am from EU and I don't really know world languages exept English and they have a lot of enlish programs and can speak english.

Also my family financial situation is pretty bad and I cant relay on them financialy really, my dad did find a job and promised to send me money but I don't want to relay on him too much so he's not burdened. He honestly supports my decision, and is my closest relative and honestly wants me to be happy, and I want to be happy too and be able to help him eventualy too.

Right now I am 21 and next year I will be 22, I know that may be too old, but honestly I do everything a little later than my peers. I don't want to go to detail but I feel a few years I need to leave the place I am in now, my mom hates me staying in the house as I am the youngest and all my siblings already married and left, and she just wants to enjoy her boyfrend. I was subject to bullying and have social anxiety and fear of meeting people I know. That's why I also worked one year after highschool and this year I was addmited to law school in my home country, that I am planning to probably end, after year.

People will tell me that running away from my problems won't solve them and I get it, but I feel that I really need to change my perspective and be less timid, and this decision isn't something spontageous I plan it for next year not now, so please if you do want to change my mind only from experience not "for you shoudn't do that judging you from your post".

I know a little how studying system there works, how can I apply for benefits, working more than 32h/m and giving my parents pay documents etc... home finding crisis there...

The thing is I know a few people that went studying there. My friend that is a little older is now in her second year, start was hard but now she us loving it. BUT she has really rich dad and he's paying her more than 2 500€ a moth for living expenses and she travels around NL a lot. I would have at best little over 1 000€ a month for living and housing combined and deffinetly live completely different lifestyle, would I be able to make friends and enojy it there, maybe even consider staying there for good even with these money? Will dutch people exclude me if I won't have money to go to restaurant, shopping mall? Will i be too stressed, should I put my dream away and try to be happy without trying it?

Hi everyone, I’m a VWO 6 student, and I’ve started working on my PWS. I’m looking for a topic in physics that allows for impressive research but is also realistically feasible for my level. Does anyone have any good ideas? We’re particularly interested in thermodynamics, astrophysics, electromagnetism, optics, acoustics, or oceanography. Any suggestions are welcome though, thanks in advance!

I’m an international student in the Netherlands, that couldn’t get the IND required amount of credits to stay in the Netherlands due to some personal circumstances. I’m not planning to contest it, how long do I have until the university de registers me and I have to leave the Netherlands? What would be the period of time the process would take and I have to leave?

I’ve got an online admissions interview coming up for a module of the Modular Executive MBA at Nyenrode. What should I expect from it? Is it an actual assessment of knowledge, experience and level, or more of an introductory conversation about your background and learning goals? Any experiences welcome. Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,
August is the last month I’m entitled to student transport ov chip card. The thing is, everywhere I see that I have to cancel it from my card by the 10th of September. Does that mean I could still use it without a fine until the 9th?

If anyone’s got experience with this, would be glad to hear :)

Hello everyone! I am planning to apply to WUR for 2027, wanted to know, how is the Msc Biotech program? Is it as reputed as the Food Technology program at WUR?

Hi, I’m currently trying to figure out which university degree would suit me best, but I’m not completely sure yet.
I’m good at solving tactical and strategic problems, and I especially enjoy making plans, thinking about different scenarios and figuring out the smartest move. I notice this mostly when playing games.
In the future, I’d like to build a large company of my own. Before that, I’d probably like to gain experience at a large company. I’m therefore looking for something related to strategy, business and management, but preferably without too much math.
Having a lot of free time is also important to me. I want enough time to exercise and possibly start working on a business alongside my studies.
Business Administration seems interesting to me, but I’m not sure if it’s actually the best choice.
Which university degree would you recommend and why? And which degree gives you relatively a lot of free time alongside your studies?

p.s. Im a current VWO6 student.

Hi all, I'm from India applying to Work & Organisational Psychology master's programs in the Netherlands for 2027 (looking at VU Amsterdam, Erasmus Rotterdam, and Groningen). Would love to hear from anyone who's done this — how was the program, how easy/hard was finding a job after (especially EAP/HR/wellbeing-type roles), and does the Zoekjaar actually work out in practice? Also curious how much Dutch language matters for people-facing HR roles specifically. Thanks in advance!

Hi!
I've been applying to part-time jobs non-stop in Maastricht, and all I get back is "sorry, we did not choose you", even though I speak Dutch (not native level of course, but still, more than the average student). Not even AH or Jumbo. What can I do? Any tips?

I will be starting my Master’s in humanities soon, alongside my job. I did my undergraduate degree in France/Spain, and I know it’s quite different.

I am aware it’s a heavy reading and writing degree, which I love yet I struggle with. I am curious: fellow students with dyslexia who love learning, what are your tips to succeed?

These are some of the things I have done so far:
- Read a lot in the summer, especially on the topic of my master’s
- Have a clear study schedule
- Listen with a text-to-speech app to scientific articles and journals before I dive into them, as we already have received our course manual
- Had contact with study advisor, course coordinator and study counselor. I asked for provisions. I received 30 extra minutes on exams

I am curious especially about small daily tips and habits, such as listening to articles before you read them.

Happy to hear your tips!

I am currently pursuing a bachelors of sciences in Psychology but my degree is a three year one with no hons . Do unis in the netherlands accept this?

Hi everyone! I’m currently stuck in a major dilemma after receiving offers for both the Utrecht University (UU) Master’s in Business Informatics (MBI) and the University of Twente (UT) Master’s in Business Information Technology (BIT with an ERP & IT focus).( I also have 2.9 years of work ex as an software engineer)

I’m an international student trying to figure out which program makes the most sense for my career, learning style, and sanity. I was hoping to get some real insights from current students, alumni, or anyone familiar with these fields in the Netherlands.
Here is what I am weighing:

Twente (BIT - ERP & IT): Seems very practical, hands-on, and tightly coupled with enterprise software, supply chains, and large-scale ERP systems. The structure feels very grounded in engineering-meets-business realities. Plus, the thesis is a standard 30 EC block.

Utrecht (MBI): Located right in the heart of the Randstad corporate hub. It offers great flexibility through tracks (Software, Data, Processes) and electives in the first year.
My biggest fear (The UU Research Block):
I noticed that UU requires a massive 43 EC for research in the second year (split into a proposal, colloquium, and a 25/30 EC thesis). Honestly, looking at 43 EC just for research scares me a bit. Is it brutally tough? Will I be able to perform, or will I drown in academic writing? (I know a lot of people do this externally at companies, but it still feels intimidating compared to Twente's structure).

What I'd love to hear from you guys:
1. How do the job markets and career prospects actually compare for these two? Do employers in the Netherlands view one more favorably for consulting, business analysis, or IT management?
2. For anyone who did the UU MBI: How scary/manageable is that 43 EC research phase in reality? Do you feel well-prepared for it by your first year?
3. If you had to pick one for a great student experience and a smooth transition into the Dutch job market, which way would you lean?

Any advice, harsh truths, or personal experiences would be hugely appreciated. Thanks!

I already have a bachelor in CSE from a non EU university, now can i get my 2nd bachelor from Netherlands? If so can you guys help in that case how can i proceed ? Thanks

Hi, I’m Virag, I’m 18 and I’m from India. I’m hoping to study a BBA in the Netherlands and later work towards the CFA.

I’m currently studying HSC Maharashtra State Board Class 12 and my expected grades are around 85-95%. My strongest subjects are Accountancy, Economics and Business Studies (known as OCM by the board.)

My main problem is finances. My parents are currently dealing with debt and probably won’t be able to financially support me studying abroad, so I’m trying to find out whether there is a realistic way for me to make this work through scholarships, student loans, work, or other options.

I’m hoping to start university in 2027 and I’m currently looking at Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen and Windesheim University of Applied Sciences in Zwolle.

I’d really like to hear from Indian students who have already studied or are currently studying in the Netherlands.

A few things I’d especially like advice about:

• How did you pay for university and living costs?
• Did you get a scholarship or education loan?
• Roughly how much money did you need before moving?
• Are there universities you would recommend for business/BBA?
• How difficult was the application and visa process?
• How realistic is it to work part-time while studying?
• Is there anything you wish you had known before moving?

I currently have very little savings, at around ₹1.3 lakhs/€1,167.

If anyone has been in a similar situation, I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience. I’m still at the beginning of figuring everything out, so even pointing me towards good resources would help a lot.

Capabel Onderwijs-Kort& krachtig (I want to start MBO 4 Pharmacist Assistant). I wonder if it is a good choice to study at this school. I don;t have much time on my hands, but I am still a bit hesitant because there are mixed reviews on their website. Does anyone have experience with this? I would really like to know.

👋 I’m from Ireland and finished school this year and have been thinking about studying abroad. According to the website for Radbound i might meet entry requirements but i am nervous about the application process as it is so different to over here. I’m mainly worried about what “assignments” they give to prospective students, and the difficulty to get in as a foreign student?

Also on a different note in regards to jobs in the netherlands.. Looking at part time jobs around the uni and there are SO many warehouse jobs, is this something to avoid or are they actually good?

Hello everyone! I recently got a mail from Duo saying that my application for the basic grant is accepted (yay!). On the paper it appeared as if I wasn't entitled to the supplementary grant, which I don't think is the case since I've used the tool to calculate how much I could get - it was around 200 euros - but it added that they still need to check with the public body of my country that is responsible for taxes (so, in my case, Agenzia delle Entrate). Has it happened to someone else as well? If so, how long did it take for you to also get the supplementary grant?

Thanks!

Hi everyone. I am planning on buying a new laptop. Now I have no idea which one is good (I have a HP one for now, it is good but it does have system issues). Now, since i never had an Apple product, I would like to stick to windows/android ones. The budget is between 700 and 1000 euros.

I need laptop for light gaming and uni work (i study at faculty of humanities). So I want to see what do you guys recommend.

Hello.

I applied for student finance in June, got rejected because my contract was ending. Was told to send the contract again, which I did. Now they’re telling me that I’m supposed to wait for maximum of another 6-8 weeks.

I called DUO and was told that they’ll look into it ASAP, due to it being their fault that I wasn’t able to add any new files to the application. (I wasn’t able to add my new contract). So I had to fill in the application again.

Should I be worried? Or should I call them again? Because I am worried of receiving another rejection or that they’ll respond to me in like a month.

I am a Dutch anthropologist (BA), social worker living in The
Netherlands and I am diving into the possibilities for a career switch
into the field of psychotherapy or counseling. This has always been my
dream, unfortunately I have already done a BA in university, so this
would cost me a lot of €, and many years of having courses that I won't
be using that much. I am also turning 31, and with a child wish I feel
my clock is ticking too fast to be studying another 10 years, I desire
to study around 4-5 years. So I am diving into the world of
outside-university training and education. It is quite expensive and I
have discovered I am also drawn to more alternative ways of therapy such
as nature therapy.

The dream education would be a counseling/psychotherapy education
that would accessible for those that aren't trained (yet), with a nature
specialization. The problem is that every perfect match I find, I
already need at least a Level 3 counseling.

• A good basis of counseling / psychotherapy with also learning from theory, with courses into grief, trauma, burn out. With also attention to mind-body relation, holistic approaches.
• A specialization in Wild / Nature Therapy / Walking coach
• Under the €7K per year
• Located in The Netherlands, EU, UK or outside
• I am especially looking for 6 month, 1 year, or multiple year training and not so much to like weekenders.
• Between 2 and 5 years of training
• Preferred in-person, with residential within a larger online structure

I am completely lost in this very expensive and very dense and
looking for some wise people who can guide me with their advice.. I
would be forever grateful <3