The Netherlands. Central in Europe with excellent transport. Travelling across the border almost goes without question- the dreamy European cities are truly within reach! But, can you make your travelling dreams come true on a student budget? Planning is key The old rule seems to stay true, the sooner you…
A definition that I really like for sustainability is the one used by the National Geographic Society, which says that “sustainability is the practice of using natural resources responsibly, so they can support both present and future generations”. In this sense, sustainability is something we do every day. Sustainability is…
Updated on: 31 August 2022 Upon arrival at the university, several things need to be done before you can start. BSN – Citizen Service Number / Burger Service Nummer What is BSN? The citizen service number (BSN) or Burger Service Nummer in Dutch is a unique personal number that you…
We all dreamt of studying at WUR. I am sure you are excited to be a part of the big family in Wageningen. As a new international student, you will need practical information to manoeuvre your way around in your first week of studying. In this blog, I will share…
New students often ask how the academic year at Wageningen University & Research is organised. The education system at the university mostly differs from what they’re used to in their home country. In Wageningen, there are 6 periods in an academic year. This might sound like a lot but it’s…
As an international student starting at a new University, maybe in a country new to you, I’m sure that one of your motivations for coming to WUR was to meet new people and explore new things. What better way to start your adventure here than by participating in the range…
Our dream of studying at WUR to become academic professionals contributing with sustainable solutions to current and future complex problems is realised through our university’s top-notch courses. As we may have been doing in our previous education, we must also register for these courses of interest to learn what WUR…
Student life is notorious for being a life of limited money. Especially with the recent rises in the cost of living, it can be tough saving money as a student. This post is to help generate some ideas on how to save money as a student (that doesn’t involve eating…
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…
We can imagine that you might be a bit nervous about studying abroad. Our international bachelor’s student Laura from Iceland shares her experiences with the social life in Wageningen. She gives tips on where to meet people when she first got to the Netherlands. Looking for more tips? Also, check…
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…
Are you worried about how to find housing in Wageningen? In the video below international student, Alberto has some useful tips for you. For example, don’t worry too much! It looks like a hassle at first but things will work out. Wageningen is even named Netherland’s best city for student…
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,…
As a prospective student, you may be wondering, ‘how is Wageningen University & Research organised?’ or ‘what will be my future ‘department’ at WUR?’. WUR is a bit different from other universities, hence it might be slightly confusing if you are not in WUR. In this blog, I will share…
There are several nice places to study on campus, as covered in (Find your perfect study spot on campus). But sometimes what’s really needed to get in the zone is a change of scenery to the ‘outside’ world. Whether it’s to get that final draft finished or to chill with…
Studying with a disability can make university extra challenging. At Wageningen University & Research we embrace students from all over the world. Also, students with all kinds of disabilities. There is extra guidance and provisions where needed. Below you can find what kind of adjustments you can expect so you…
An internship is often a important part of your master’s programme. It gives you relevant work experiences and helps you prepare for the job market. Now the thought of finding an internship is maybe a daunting topic for you. At least for me it was. Because it represented the end…
Going to a foreign country for the first time… wondering how the people there would be. And how was I going to survive in a new place? Or how to manage to speak to the natives in their language. I am from India, a country with more than 50 official…
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 &…
“In the future, I would like to become an entrepreneur in the food sector in my homeland. I’m preparing for this at WUR by learning the necessary technological knowledge in my studies and gathering the leadership skills that I need by being a member of the student council at WUR.”…
Our beautiful green campus is over 70.000m2 so we can imagine that sometimes it is tricky to navigate it, especially if this is your first year. Student Samuel tells us some very useful tips to find your classrooms and get to know the main education buildings Forum, Orion and Aurora….
Being aware of the career support services there are in a university can be a great mediator for choosing your study. Such support systems can facilitate a smooth transition from graduation to your dream job. But do you know you can increase your career prospects while you are a student…
If you have never visited the Netherlands, you probably have a certain image of this country. You may have checked photos of Amsterdam and heard that Dutchies are giants who bike everywhere in their wooden clogs and live in a windmill in the middle of a tulip field. For this…
Living in the Netherlands can be quite expensive. Therefore, it is good to think about studies and work since it can help with your expenses. Do you live abroad and plan to move to The Netherlands? If you are going to work in The Netherlands, you are required to have…
Hey future WUR aspirants, Meet the new team: cool international students gang. We are here to give you more insight into how as international students we can tackle all the aspects of living and studying at WUR. You may have already seen our amazing faces on the WURtube on live…