Many students choose to study in the Netherlands for the high-quality education, programmes taught in English and the more affordable student lifestyle. 

But finding all the information on student visas can be tricky. To help you through this process, we have put together a handy table that covers all aspects of a Netherlands student visa. 

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Studying abroad can open up a wealth of opportunities and new experiences, but making the jump can be daunting. And for prospective students planning their futures, employability after graduating is increasingly a priority – especially at a time when global economies can feel unstable.

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Imagine walking along the canals in the Netherlands, the water shimmering in the sunlight and purple and yellow flowers blooming around you. There’s a windmill in the distance and the smell of something sweet in the air. You almost forget that you’ve slept for only three hours on the plane, that you have two suitcases bumping along behind you and that, with your spotty signal, you’re pretty sure Google Maps has lost you.

I grew up in Bogor, a small city about two hours drive from the capital city of Indonesia, Jakarta. I then lived in Jakarta for several years to study and work. After finishing my master’s degree, I worked in the World Bank office in Jakarta. From then, I knew my passion was to work for international development organisations.

The Australia Awards Scholarships are now open for applications from international students until 1 May 2023. 

The scholarships provide funding for students from countries in Africa and the Indo-Pacific region to study at participating universities and technical and further education institutions in Australia. Eligible countries include Bangladesh, Indonesia, Nepal, Nigeria, Malaysia, Pakistan and many others.

Choosing to study international business administration (IBA) at Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University in the Netherlands was one of the best decisions I ever made. 

The Netherlands is a friendly country that is tailored to international students, so don’t be afraid to start your international adventure here. You don’t even need to speak Dutch because many of the degrees are in English, and that is a big advantage.  

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I am writing this blog on 23 January 2023, which marks 12 months since I boarded my flight to Madrid to begin my year studying abroad. I was doing a year overseas with my home university, the University of Texas at Austin. I remember my energy and eagerness. It feels surreal thinking back to how 2022 started when now feels like the typical start to another year.