Master’s Open Day – A Recap
By Lidewij
Thinking of following a master’s programme at the WUR, but couldn’t attend the Master’s Open Day at the WUR last Thursday? No worries, here you can read the recap thereof!
Master’s Market
In the Orion building, there were stands of each master’s programme, where prospective students could chat with current students or study coordinators of the programme they are interested in. Some programmes went all out and showcased current projects students are working on; for example, the MSc Biosystems Engineering programme displayed a field robot that students designed to detect foreign objects in the field.
Visiting the master’s market is a great way to engage with current students as well as get a quick taste of what you can expect from a study. If you are still deciding between studies, this is also a great way to make a brief comparison.
Programme Specific Presentations
Each programme also gave multiple presentations throughout the afternoon. During these programme presentations, a current student and the study coordinator/ advisor explain in more detail what you can expect from the study in terms of subjects, different specialisations, admission requirements and possible career options after completing the programme.
Presentation on Studying in Wageningen
Besides studying, there are, of course, also other factors you need to take into consideration. Together with a fellow student, I actually gave this presentation last week! We covered the general application procedure, the facilities at the university, a bit about what it is like living in the city of Wageningen, making friends and how to find a room.
If you would like to know more about any of these topics, feel free to reach out on Unibuddy, an app where you can easily connect with current students via chat.
Campus Tour
As always, there were also campus tours guided by current students. These tours took prospective students on a grand tour of campus, showing all the different educational buildings and some other things, such as restaurants and the sporting facilities on campus itself.
Luckily for you, you can still join one of these campus tours even though the Master’s Open Day has passed. If you would like to come and check out our beautiful campus, be sure to make an inquiry through this link.
As the Master’s Open Day took place on a Thursday afternoon, prospective students could immerse themselves in the feeling of what it is like to be a student at the WUR, as current students were still on campus (including myself, haha), attending classes or working in groups at the various study spots on campus.
As an international, I know it is not always possible to attend an open day in person; however, on the 2nd of April, the Virtual Master’s Open Day will take place. You can join the open day virtually through MS Teams.
You can expect similar content to that on the Master’s Open Day that took place on campus. So you will be able to sign up for various programme presentations, “what it’s really like” sessions, as well as campus and Wageningen city insights – all from the comfort of your own home! Be sure to sign up through this link.
That was it for the Master’s Open Day recap! Till next time,
Lidewij
