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Orientation

Before deciding to go abroad, you should ask yourself two essential questions: Why do I want to go abroad and what do I hope to achieve from going abroad? The next step is deciding what form of experience abroad you would like to have: educational or work-related?

Take your time collecting information. Keep in mind that going abroad can be challenging. It takes a lot of preparation and not everything might go according to plans, but the experience is worthwhile. Just ask any student that have been abroad; his or her eyes lightens up, memories will come flashing back and a huge smile will appear on his or her face… Next time that could be you!

Going abroad can be a valuable experience both educationally and in general. You have to be aware that the preparation could take up to a year before you actually leave.


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 “In my job I meet a lot of students who think about going abroad but who are not sure about how and where to start. Some think it’s very complicated and expensive to organize a study period abroad. I won’t deny that it will cost you some time and possibly money, but it will be such a fun and valuable experience! The study abroad advisors at your faculty are ready to guide and help you. There are exchange programs in which you can participate and special scholarships and funds to finance your exchange. There are so many options! So start exploring your possibilities, reading the brochure Studying abroad will be a good start!”

Simone Hoogakker, Coordinator International Affairs, Erasmus MC University Medical Center