Saturday, August 29, 2009

Studying in Amsterdam

The Dutch system of higher education
Find out about the degree types and requirements as well as the types of institutions offering higher education in Holland.

Universities and hogescholen in Amsterdam
There are two research universities in Amsterdam as well as several vocational schools called hogescholen offering higher education.

Financing the studies and scholarships
There are several types of scholarships and financing available for foreign students who want to study in Holland. Find out about the requirements here.

Student organisations in Amsterdam
Find like-minded people in one of the many student organisations such as ASVA, the ISN, the Foreign Student Service, AEGEE and student unions at different universities.

Student discounts in Amsterdam
Anything from good-priced eateries and cafés where the student events are organised regularly in Amsterdam.

Living in Amsterdam
Information about student housing and employment agencies, Dutch courses and living arrangements in Amsterdam:

  • Student housing in Amsterdam
    Helpful information on how to find a place to live if you are coming to Amsterdam to study.

  • Student work agencies
    Many students wish to work in addition to their studies, either to help gather rent money or in order to get valuable work experience. There are many job agencies in Amsterdam specialised in finding jobs for foreign students.

  • Dutch courses in Amsterdam
    Although Amsterdam is a cosmopolitan city which is home to people from around the world and most people, including native Dutch residents, speak English as a second language, students might want to familiarise themselves with the Dutch language to feel more like insiders, either for meeting Dutch people or for getting by in everyday situations.
Student travel : Budget Amsterdam

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