Thinking about going abroad? Join information sessions throughout the week and discover all your options at the Erasmus Goes Abroad Fair on Thursday.
- Date
- Monday 5 Oct 2026, 10:00 - Thursday 8 Oct 2026, 17:30
- Type
- General
- Spoken Language
- English
- Building
- Theil Building
- Location
Woudestein Campus
During the Erasmus Goes Abroad Week, there are two ways to explore your options for going abroad.
Information Sessions: Monday 5 October – Thursday 8 October
Throughout the week, the International Office and EUR faculties organise information sessions to help you explore your options for going abroad.
Learn more about exchanges, internships, short stays, scholarships, studying abroad after graduation and other international opportunities. Faculty sessions also give you the opportunity to learn more about the options available within your own faculty.
Below, you can find an overview of all information sessions, including dates, times and locations.
Erasmus Goes Abroad Fair: Thursday 8 October | 14.00–17.00 | Theil Building
Come to the Erasmus Goes Abroad Fair to explore opportunities, meet organisations and get answers to your questions, all in one place.
At the fair, you can:
- Meet faculty representatives and scholarship advisors and ask questions about going abroad.
- Discover external organisations offering opportunities and support related to internships, scholarships, travel, accommodation and more.
- Hear first-hand experiences and practical advice from students who have studied or completed an internship abroad.
- Learn about support available to students with disabilities or additional support needs.
- Visit information stands throughout the afternoon.
Don't miss the scholarship lottery: At 17.00, join the A.A. van Beek Fonds Scholarship Lottery for a chance to win €500, €1,000 or €1,500.
10.00 - 11.00 | Should I stay or should I go
- Host: Central International Office
- Location: Van der Goot Building, M2-11
- Language: English
Are you interested in studying or completing an internship abroad but you’re unsure whether it is the right choice for you? This session will cover the different factors you may need to consider before making your decision to go or not to go.
Representatives from the International Office and teams specializing in studying with a disability, student wellbeing, finances and immigration will provide practical information and answer questions.
14.00 - 15.00 | Short stay session
- Host: Central International Office
- Location: Van der Goot Building, M2-11
- Language: English
Going abroad does not always mean spending an entire semester in another country. During this session, you will learn more about short-term international opportunities available to EUR students.
The session will explain what short stays can involve, who they are suitable for and how you can start preparing for one.
16.00 - 18.00 | Scholarships & Grants (including making a budget plan)
- Host: Central International Office
- Location: Sanders Building, 0-01
- Language: English
Would you like to go abroad and are you curious about how you can finance your experience? This session will introduce you to the scholarships and grants available for studying or completing an internship abroad.
You will also receive practical advice on creating a budget and, preparing financially for your time abroad.
15.00 - 16.00 | ESHCC - Go abroad with Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication
- Host: ESHCC
- Location: Theil CT-1
- Language: English
This session provides an overview of the international opportunities offered by the Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication. Learn more about the exchange programme and how to prepare for studying abroad as an ESHCC student.
10.00 - 11.00 | ESHCC - On an exchange programme with the Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication
- Host: ESHCC
- Location: Langeveld 0.10
- Language: Dutch
This session provides an overview of the international opportunities available at the Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication. Find out more about the exchange programme and how, as an ESHCC student, you can prepare for studying abroad.
15.00 - 16.00 | ESE - Study abroad with Erasmus School of Economics
- Host: ESE
- Location: Sanders 0-01
- Language: English
Discover the study-abroad opportunities available through the Erasmus School of Economics. The session will provide practical information about going on exchange and preparing for an international study experience.
15.00 - 16.00 | RSM - Go Global: Your internship abroad
- Host: RSM
- Location: Mandeville T3-02
- Language: English
Learn more about the exchange opportunities available to RSM students. The session will cover the available options, the application process and how to prepare for studying abroad.
09.00 – 10.45 | RSM Exchange Office (for International Business Administration only, 2nd option)
- Host: RSM
- Location: Theil CB-5 (308)
- Language: English
This session provides an overview of the international opportunities offered by the Rotterdam School of Management. Learn more about the exchange programme and how to prepare for studying abroad as an IBA student.
10.00 - 11.00 | Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management on Exchange 1
- Host: ESHPM
- Location: Langeveld 4.10
- Language: English
Learn more about the exchange opportunities available to Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management students. The session will cover the available options, the application process and how to prepare for studying abroad.
14.00-15.00 | Erasmus School of Law exchange information session
- Host: ESL
- Location: Theil CT-1
- Language: Dutch
Deze sessie biedt een overzicht van de internationale mogelijkheden die de Erasmus School of Law te bieden heeft. Kom meer te weten over het uitwisselingsprogramma en hoe je je als ESL-student kunt voorbereiden op een studie in het buitenland
15.00-16.00 | Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management on Exchange 2
- Host: ESHPM
- Location: Langeveld 4.04
- Language: English
Learn more about the possibilities for completing an internship abroad as an Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management student. The session will provide practical information about finding and preparing for an international internship.
13.15 - 15.30 | A (second) master’s programme abroad: preparations and scholarships
- Host: International Office
- Location: Mandeville Building, T3-16
- Language: Dutch
This session is intended for students who are considering pursuing a first or second master’s programme abroad after completing their bachelor’s or master’s degree.
14.00-15.30 | RSM Exchange Office (Master Exchange)
- Host: RSM
- Location: Sanders 0-01
- Language: English
This session provides an overview of the international opportunities offered by the Rotterdam School of Management. Learn more about the exchange programme and how to prepare for studying abroad as an RSM master student.
15.30-16.30 | Ask the Expert: Student Panel - Internship & Exchange Abroad
- Host: International Office
- Location: Theil Building, C2-5
- Language: English
During this student panel, students who have completed internships abroad will share their experiences, practical advice and the lessons they learned. There will also be time to ask your own questions.
14.00 - 17.00 | Erasmus Goes Abroad Fair
Come to the main event of the week, the Erasmus Goes Abroad Fair, to explore opportunities, meet organisations and get answers to your questions, all in one place.
- At the fair, you can:
- Meet faculty representatives and scholarship advisors and ask questions about going abroad.
- Discover external organisations offering opportunities and support related to internships, scholarships, travel, accommodation and more.
- Hear first-hand experiences and practical advice from students who have studied or completed an internship abroad.
- Learn about support available to students with disabilities or additional support needs.
- Visit information stands throughout the afternoon.
| Which organisations can you find on the fair? | |
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17.00-17.30 | A.A. van Beek Fonds Scholarship Lottery
- Host: International Office and A.A. van Beek Fonds
- Location: Theil Building, CB-5
- Language: English
The A.A. van Beek Fonds will provide three scholarships to EUR students who are planning to go abroad for a study exchange or internship. You can obtain a lottery ticket during the fair itself. Complete the ticket and hand it in at the A.A. van Beek Fonds stand during the fair.
Join the lottery draw at the end of the fair for a chance to win one of the following prizes:
- First price: €1,500
- Second price: €1,000
- Third price: €500
Rules for participating in the lottery
- First-year bachelor’s students cannot participate in the lottery.
- You must be present during the draw from 17.00 to 17.30. If your name is called and you are not present, your ticket will be discarded.
- You may submit only one ticket. Submitting multiple tickets will lead to disqualification.
- To participate, you must complete the Erasmus Goes Abroad Fair survey using the QR code provided on your lottery ticket.
Conditions for receiving the scholarship
- The A.A. van Beek Scholarship is intended for a study exchange or internship abroad, excluding countries where Dutch is the local language.
- Winners must meet the requirements of the A.A. van Beek Fonds.
- Eligibility for the Dutch supplementary grant from DUO is not required for this lottery.
