Wageningen University rankings explained

13 April 2023 | Category: Education

Are you looking for a top-ranked university? Or are you wondering what university rankings actually are? We’ve got you covered! In this blog, I will explain our Wageningen University rankings and how the ranking lists are compiled. They can help you in your search for a suitable university. What is…

Video student experiences: Wageningen vs big cities

You might have heard that Wageningen isn’t the biggest city in the Netherlands. But maybe where you come from Amsterdam is also not a big city. If you are afraid Wageningen is boring because of its size then don’t worry! With a large population of students, there is enough to…

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Winners of the Urban Greenhouse Challenge

From November 260 student from 70 universities in 19 countries worked hard to develop an inclusive design for Washington D.C.’s East Capitol Urban Farm. All on top of their regular study programmes. Last week was the grand finals of this Urban Greenhouse Challenge. LettUs Design won the grand finals and…

Video student experiences: sports at the university

In many universities, sports are a big part of the culture of the university. Also, at Wageningen University & Research sports play a big role in the daily life of students. There are many student sports associations that you can join. From sports for your brains like chess to baseball,…

Times Higher Education Impact Ranking 2022

11 May 2022 | Category: Education

You might be familiar with university rankings that focus on the university as a whole or within a subject like agriculture. But Times Higher Education also has an impact ranking in which they rank universities on their contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Wageningen University SDGs Wageningen University &…

Housing video: living in a studio

24 February 2022 | Category: Housing

Are you researching the different housing options in Wageningen? Student Justine tells about what it is like to live in a studio at Campus Plaza. These self-contained rooms are in the middle of the campus. So no excuse for being late anymore! Watch the video of Justine below. If you…

How to find a scholarship

19 January 2022 | Category: Application

One of the most asked questions the International Students Advice team gets is how to find a scholarship. Unfortunately, there are far more students in need of a scholarship, than available scholarships. However, there are a few tips we can give you that might help find funding for your studies….

Earning credits (ECTS) at Wageningen University & Research

15 December 2021 | Category: Education

Earning credits or study points are an important aspect of your studies. You might be used to only getting grades, but at university, you have to earn credits. With these credits, you can finish a course and eventually earn your degree. What credits are and how it works we will…

How to meet fellow students?

Starting as a first years student can be exciting. Moving to a new country, studying at a new university, and find new people to connect with. With everything new, we can imagine it can feel a bit overwhelming sometimes. But don’t forget you are definitely not the only one in…