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• Showcase what higher education in Europe has to offer to students worldwide • Provide information about organising and funding study and research periods abroad in Europe • Help European higher education organisations connect with potential students and partner organisations
Study in Europe provides information about study opportunities in 33 European countries. These countries participate in Erasmus+, the EU’s program supporting students from EU and partner countries across the world to study in Europe.• Oktoberfest (Munich)
• Berlin Wall (Berlin)
• Kölner Dom (Cologne)
Boasting many universities within the World Rankings, Germany offers high quality education opportunities. Germany also has a strong reputation for research. Renowned for their forward thinking and modern facilities, Germany is a great choice for international students. Bordering with 9 other European cities, Germany is the ideal location for foreign students. This is, in part, due to how easy it is to explore Europe from Germany. In 2014, it was reported by the OECD that Germany was the world’s third leading destination for international study. Germany’s higher education institutions are split into three main types: Universität (university), Fachhochschule (university of applied sciences) and Kunstschulen, Musikhochschulen, or Filmschulen (colleges of art, music, or film). Thousands of programs are offered, meaning there will be a course for everyone. Whilst many of the institution types offer similar courses, their focuses are slightly different. Universitäts generally focus on research-driven programs, whereas Fachhochschule offer a more practical approach to subjects. Germany also offers a wide range of unusual degrees including Aerial Archaeology, which studies the history of the earth from a bird’s eye view. Another example is Bionics, which teaches students to imitate nature as closely as possible, fusing technology, biology, and engineering.• Eiffel Tower (Paris)
• Chateau de Versailles (Versailles)
• Mont Saint Michel (Normandy)
• The Cote d’Azure
• The Louvre (Paris)
• Mont Blanc (Western Europe’s largest mountain)
If you want to study in a country that is diverse and has an excellent academic reputation, France is the country for you. It is one of the most popular study destinations, making it perfect for international students. There are currently more than 250,000 international students in France. In fact, around 10% of enrolments at French universities are international students, and many of these study at graduate level (masters and doctoral studies). The country offers an excellent environment for all international students. It has fantastic quality of education, lectures, and research opportunities. To put it simply, the French higher education system is one of the best in the world. It is also one of the most accessible ones. With low tuition fees, studying in France is more economical for international students. French universities are near the top of renowned university rankings each year. Their institutions offer an education that easily competes with other countries. France is particularly a good choice for those wanting to study business related subjects. The country is a hub for international business and management education and has lots of business schools in the worldwide rankings. France has 71 public universities, and they are all funded by the national government, offering excellent education at a very affordable price to all students, domestic or international. There are also a number of private universities (grandes écoles). The academic year begins in September or October and ends in May or June, depending on the program and institution. There are two semesters, divided by a break following final examinations at the end of the first semester. There are two main types of courses offered at French universities: large lecture courses, where the professor speaks and students take notes, and sections & labs, designed for smaller groups of students where the material covered in lectures is explored in greater detail. Usually, attendance in sections & labs is mandatory. Some career-oriented programs also require internships and practical training. When it comes to degrees, French universities use a format popular throughout EU: licence, master, doctorate. Licence refers to undergraduate studies and it lasts for 6 semesters (3 years), with 180 ECTS earned. Master studies last for an additional 4 semesters (2 years), for a total of 5 years of study and 300 ECTS earned. Doctorate can be obtained after the additional 6 semesters (3 years). Find out what the ECTS is from Anna, our study abroad expert. It’s also important to know that every university has an internship referral system and a career services office. This means you will always know of the most recent internship and job opportunities available to you.• Van Gogh Museum (Amsterdam)
• Mauritshuis (Den Haag)
• Anne Frank Huis (Amsterdam)
• Keukenhof Gardens (Lisse)
Study in Netherlands is similar to other popular study abroad destinations in terms of duration:• Bachelor’s Degree (BA, BSc, BEng): 3-4 Years
• Master’s Degree (MA, MSc, MEng): 1-2 Years
• PhD: 4 Years
The Dutch higher education system is made up primarily of three different types of institution. These are Research Universities, Universities of Applied Sciences, and Institutes for International Education. Certain degrees levels are only available from each institution type.• Bachelors: Available at Research Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences
• Masters: Available at all Institution types
• PhDs: Available only at Research Universities
The Netherlands is an established and revered seat of higher education. In the 2016 QS World University Rankings, two Dutch universities are listed in the top 100. These are the Delft University of Technology and the University of Amsterdam. Higher education in the Netherlands is subsidized by the government and helps to keep tuition costs below that of the main study abroad destinations – USA, Australia, and the UK. The qualifications will boost your career prospects as well as show you as an ‘out-of-the-box’ thinker for choosing a less well-known destination. The Dutch are a welcoming nation of open minded and tolerant people and you will find diverse culture in most cities and their Universities. There is a lot to do and see in the country, some of which is described in the “About the Netherlands” section to the right. The country offers excellent transport links to other European countries which gives you the option of travelling and sightseeing in other popular destinations such as France and Germany at a low cost during your time there.