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…
It doesn’t matter if you’re drowning in 3ft of water or drowning in 10ft of water, you’re still drowning. Stress and studying, unfortunately, for most students seem to be two words that go hand in hand. But we all have very different experiences and ways to try and cope with…
As a current or prospective student, receiving your hard-earned diploma within the stipulated study time could be a strong wish. Nonetheless, things sometimes do not go according to plan, resulting in study delays. While study delays can be daunting, the experiences of four WUR students re-echo that ‘there is light…
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…
Updated on: 16 February 2022 Are you considering Wageningen as your future university? Would you like to know what to expect when studying in Wageningen? On 24 February, Wageningen University organises a Virtual Master’s Open Day for you. In this blog, we will give you some insights on what to…
Have you wondered if it is possible to continue directly with a master’s programme right after finishing your bachelor’s at WUR? In this blog, we will share some information about transitioning from undergraduate to postgraduate studies at WUR. You have finished your bachelor’s studies so now you have your options…
Are you keen to get out there and see what opportunities are available to you as an international student? But do you feel a bit overwhelmed by all the options? I hope after reading this you are a bit clearer on the choices available at Wageningen University & Research. At…
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….
Now that you have spent some time in the Netherlands and are getting acquainted with the culture and the language, you probably have also noticed that even though it is easy to communicate in English with almost everyone, when it comes to reading the news, everything is in Dutch. In…
Updated on: 10 January 2023 After finishing coursework in the first study year, the next step to fulfil the requirements of a master’s degree at Wageningen University is to conduct an individual thesis project. For many students, doing research sounds fascinating yet frustrating, especially if it is their first master’s…
Our international community wishes you a happy new year! We hope 2022 will be a good year for you. 2021 was once again a crazy year, but luckily we could welcome our students back to campus. Our top 5 articles from 2021 In the last week of the year, it’s…
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…
With the new academic year in full swing, we are organising all kinds of events to give you an idea of our university. You can join a different event every month. And did you know almost all of our events are online? Though we would love to show you around…
Have you always wondered what a typical day in the life of a WUR student looks like? Of course, there are many different activities, depending on your studies and your personal preferences. However, it is always helpful to have a look into someone else’s experience to get an idea. In…
After the lockdown, finally going back to campus feels like a relief to most of us. The isolation has been hard on many students, often causing loneliness and stress. Many new students are now meeting their fellow students for the first time. Although most of us were probably looking forward…
If you found several study programmes that you’re interested in it’s good to compare these. At a first glance, they may look the same but often when you dive into the details you might discover differences. Don’t know where to start comparing? With these 5 tips, you have an easy…
Are you constantly postponing picking a study because you don’t know which to choose? You are not the only one. Students often find it hard to imagine what kind of work they want to do in the future. Focusing on a profession might make you lose sight of what actually…
During the year the student advice team gets a lot of questions. Naturally, you have doubts and questions when you’re about to move across the world to pursue your dreams. To help you prepare for this big decision we listed the most asked questions we get in this time. With…
Figuring out what you would like in the future isn’t always easy. There are so many choices, studies and tracks to choose from. The process of picking a study is different for everyone. A good way to start is to think about what you want. You might already have done…