Exploring Wageningen and it’s surroundings is a nice way to get settled into a new environment. Wageningen itself has a nice market, cafes and beautiful surroundings. So it’s not hard to survive life in the city. But if you are willing to go a bit further out by foot, bike,…
Hey there! My name is Niranjana. When I first moved to Wageningen my introduction went a little differently. I would always say – “hey, I’m Niranjana but you can call me Ninja”. Slowly this turned to me just introducing myself as Ninja. It was a great icebreaker. Usually,…
Since Greta studies at WUR she loves ‘hagelslag’. Want to know which Dutch traditions she also enjoys? Watch her video below or read her story. Thank you for sharing your experiences Greta! First of all, could you introduce yourself? “I am Greta from Lithuania. Now I am 23 years old….
Why did Konrad choose WUR? And what it is like? Check out the video with Konrad and read his story below. Could you please briefly introduce yourself? My name is Konrad Peckolt Fordal, I’m 24 years old. I’m half Norwegian, half German and currently, I’m finishing my bachelor’s degree in…
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…
The first thing that came to my mind while writing this article was a random thought. It was the phrase, “Waar kom je vandaan?” and how its tonal structure and ending sounded similar to the phrase “Nee yengendu vanda?”. Both the phrases ask the question, “Where did you come from?”…
One day you applied to study in Wageningen (either for master’s or bachelor’s). Then, you received the long-awaited announcement that you got accepted! Congratulations! You are officially a WUR-student. Now you are preparing yourselves for your next ‘journey’ on the green campus. It is your first time coming here, so…
If you ever thought of skipping the AID (Annual Introduction Days), then after all these highlights I guess you would have changed your mind without a second thought. In short, you cannot get a better start for your international study experience! Abroad studies are not just about academics, but it…
Summertime is a happy time Coming to the Netherlands made me realise that people here treat a sunny day as if it is their last. People try to take advantage of every chance to enjoy the sun while it lasts. In this post, I’m going to walk you through how…
In a couple of months, all of the newly accepted students will begin their exciting journey to the Netherlands to study at Wageningen University. I can imagine then that a lot of you might be wondering if you need to learn Dutch when coming here. Talking from my own experience,…
When day comes, we ask ourselves where we can find light in this never-ending shade? The loss we carry, a sea we must wade. We’ve braved the belly of the beast. We’ve learned that quiet isn’t always peace – The hill we climb, Amanda Gorman To be honest, it was tough for…
The academic year is almost coming to an end. Another year living, working and studying during a worldwide pandemic. It has been a challenging year for everyone, but luckily a lot of students were able to continue their studies online. We can imagine you are wondering how the academic year…
How do our international students experience studying in Wageningen? Kateryna shares her experience with Dutch people, Wageningen city and the level of education. Could you describe briefly introduce yourself? “My name is Kateryna and I’m 23 years old. I was born in Ukraine (Lviv), but at age nine I moved…
Why moving to the Netherlands? And are there enough activities for international students? Manaf is from Indonesia and tells you why he came to WUR and what he likes to do in his free time. Could you briefly introduce yourself? “My name is Manaf. I am 26 years old…
Do you wonder what it’s like to study at WUR as an international student? How you can meet other students and if it’s hard to adjust to the Netherlands? Alexander is from Bulgaria and is happy to tell you more about his life in Wageningen. Could you briefly introduce…
The International Students Blog of Wageningen University has been consistent with feeding you, cherished readers, with great tips. Perhaps you have been wondering who are those engineering all these intriguing posts? I have some good news for you, 🤗 Guess no longer. In this post, you will meet the bloggers…
Most international students that study at WUR live in and around Wageningen. There are several housing options, like large student flats, smaller apartments or private rooms. One of the shared housing facilities is Droevendaal. Droevendaal complex is a unique housing option in Wageningen. This is because you get to…
Updated on: 28 April 2021 Let’s start with a frank fact. As an international student, you cannot travel in the Netherlands for free. Yes, Dutch students do have that privilege, but unfortunately, that doesn’t extend to us internationals. So now you must wonder if you really have to purge out…
If you are reading this blog, then either you are checking if WUR is the right university for you or you are a new international student at WUR finding its way. Yes, you are right! This is the right platform to get a more informal students’ perspective about the student…
Since our students are our best ambassadors you can now chat with them through our website. If you have questions about studying in Wageningen or a specific programme you can ask our chat team. They are happy to help you. Meet a few of our buddies here or contact them…
Hello everybody! My name is Alejandra and I am an International Student from Bogotá, Colombia. Right now, I am doing my Master’s in Nutrition and Health. I started my Master’s in August 2020 and although I was able to take my two first periods on campus, at the moment I…
Updated on: 22 March 2021 Finding student accommodation can be pretty challenging for international students. Even after you stumble upon the perfect one, you still need to consider whether the budget is suitable for you or not, whether the facilities are desirable, and other concerns. During this pandemic, I find…
About me Hello there! Before I start, I would like to thank the Wageningen international blog team for allowing me to share my experience of studying in Wageningen. My name is Arun and I am an international student from Chennai, India. I completed my master’s degree in environmental sciences in…
By guest blogger Hermine Miltenburg – Parent information officer Choosing a study programme is never easy. However, that has been complicated even further now that all the study-selection activities have been moved online due to Covid-19. I have been advising parents for years but see that this year it’s extra…
Updated on: 8 March 2021 For many international students, the cost of studying is a big concern. It is wise to plan ahead and make a financial plan for your stay in Wageningen. This article helps get you started. How much does a banana cost? Maybe not the first…