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Study Trip For Students To Amsterdam

STUDY TRIP FOR STUDENTS TO AMSTERDAM

OVERVIEW

If you would like to learn something which could be very useful for your professional career, meet great people and spend some time in Amsterdam – then this trip is for you! We invite students and young professionals to join the study trip to Amsterdam! This trip is for those who plan global international career and want to be ready to face the challenges that tomorrow brings! Study trip for students and young professionals in Amsterdam is a unique opportunity to get practical skills and knowledge that can greatly contribute to your professional and personal development. And moreover – it is a chance to spend 6 unforgettable days in one of the most amazing cities in the world – Amsterdam!

 

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BENEFIT

During the study trip, students and young professionals will be offered sessions conducted by experienced trainers in order to develop some of the soft skills that are necessary for future leaders. Participants will visit organizations and companies to get the practical touch. Those who are interested in career opportunities in the Netherlands will have the opportunity to learn more about that field. Students and young professionals will also visit the university in Amsterdam. And of course participants will have time for sightseeing in Amsterdam – truly one of the most beautiful cities in the world!

Intercultural communication is one of the key skills that every leader tomorrow will need to have! The only effective way to develop this skill is to visit other countries and develop that skill! Within this study trip, among other session, you will also have the sessions particularly aiming on intercultural communication where you will learn how to build effective relationships with people from other countries.

The study trip is designed for students and young professionals who want to broaden their horizon, for those who see themselves as future global leaders! The trip provides true learning opportunities that you usually do not have within the system of a traditional university.

Study trips to other countries are great eye-openers which allow you to gain useful knowledge and skills delivered from the point of views of educators from another country as well as it’s a great opportunity to explore the city! One of the unique details about this study trip that in addition to a learning segment we will suggest you some sightseeing where you will be able to discover the dimensions of Amsterdam which are usually hidden from tourists!

 

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

  1. To provide high quality program for those who plan global international career and want to be ready to face the challenges that tomorrow brings
  2. To elevate knowledge for students and young professional to gain good career opportunities in the future
  3. To develop some of the soft skills that are necessary for future leaders
  4. To assist students and young professionals who want to broaden their horizon, for those who see themselves as future global leaders
  5. To build effective relationships with people from other countries

 ORGANIZING PARTNER

The study trip is organized by the Netherlands Education Group. Participants will be provided the certificates of the Netherlands Education Group after the completion of the course.

 

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PROGRAM ACTIVITIES

Participants arrive on Sunday and leave on Friday. There are no activities planned for those days. Therefore if you arrive early on Sunday or leave late on Friday – you are welcome to organize your our program for that day! The activities within the program will be on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

The following activities will be offered to participants:

  1. Trainings – the trainings will be conducted by professional tutors and aim on the development of particular soft skills: leadership skills, working in a team, intercultural communication and other skills. The trainings will help to develop those skills that are important for future leaders.
  2. Lectures – the lectures will provide some knowledge helpful to understand better the challenges that tomorrow brings and how young professional can prepare in order to successfully face those challenged.
  3. Visits to companies and organizations – the participants will visit companies and organizations to learn about their work and to see how the companies and organizations function. The choice of the companies and organization that we will visit depends on the background and interest of the participants – we will try to choose the ones that are relevant to the learning needs of the participants.
  4. Visit to the university – the participants will visit the university and see how the education in the Netherlands is organized, they will have the session at the university provided by the staff at the university.
  5. Sightseeing in Amsterdam – participants will be invited to visit some special places in Amsterdam and learn about the life of Amsterdammers.

Why Amsterdam is the ideal student exchange city?

7 Reasons to Study Abroad in Amsterdam

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I may be biased, but after living in Amsterdam for three months, it's hard to imagine how studying abroad in any other city could have given me a better experience. With three universities, a large student population and many international students choosing to undertake an exchange here every year, I’m clearly not alone.

Here are seven reasons why I believe Amsterdam is the ideal city for a student exchange.

1. There’s always something going on

There is never a dull day in Amsterdam. There are constantly festivals and events being held around the city, as well as a whole assortment of museums, galleries, and activities (not to mention the coffeeshops) to keep locals and tourists alike entertained.

The only downside to this is that when you are studying or running errands, you can feel like you are missing out on all of the events that are constantly happening around you. But for students looking for a cultural experience, Amsterdam’s huge range of things to do is perfect to make the most of your exchange.

2. The open-minded outlook

The Netherlands is known for being a very open-minded, accepting and liberal country—and Amsterdam rings true to this stereotype. The fact that it is such a multicultural city means that you can effortlessly blend into Amsterdam’s melting pot no matter what your nationality, religion or sexual orientation, and, in turn, have the chance to meet a whole assortment of people from very diverse backgrounds.

3. Markets

Amsterdam is home to many markets, such as the Waterlooplein and Albert Cuyp markets which are open daily. Every two weeks in Amsterdam Noord, there is also the IJ Hallen Market—the largest flea market in Europe. Here you can buy everything from clothing to furniture, all on a student budget.

The ability to buy quality items at such low prices is very ideal as a student when there isn’t the money to spare on clothes shopping, and no city quite has the range of markets that Amsterdam offers every day.

4. Cheap travel

Due to its location in mainland Europe and bordering both Belgium and Germany, the Netherlands is a good option for a study abroad destination if you wish to travel during your exchange. Buses to Brussels cost as little as 6 Euros, and I even managed to fly to Dublin—which is far closer to my home in England—for less money than it would have cost me from London.

Additionally, there are many other towns and cities around the Netherlands which are well worth visiting, such as Maastricht in the south, and The Hague, which is only a short train ride away and home to the Netherlands’ parliamentary buildings.

5. Cycling culture

Cheaper than paying for the bus, the ability to get everywhere on two wheels is a godsend for students who are on a tight budget. Amsterdam is known for its biking culture, which at first I found daunting as I hadn’t cycled much before. It might be difficult to get used to when you are first starting out, but once you start cycling every day and become accustomed to the rules of the road, then you will find that biking is a much more convenient way to get around your student city. Plus, it gives you daily exercise so you don’t need to splash out on a gym membership.

6. Idyllic working spots

The University of Amsterdam itself has several libraries, although most of these are often very busy, especially around exam season. On a sunny day, it is more desirable to work on a bench alongside a canal—a luxury that a student would not have in many other exchange cities.

Now the weather is getting colder, I prefer working in a café with a hot chocolate or a coffee to keep my focus. There are plenty of places to go and work in Amsterdam in a more relaxed environment, which is perfect for any student with looming deadlines.

7. The nightlife

Every student loves a good night out. And, if you’re planning to study abroad, then having fun and socializing with new people is likely to be high on your priority list. In terms of nightlife, Amsterdam never fails to deliver. With hundreds of bars and clubs to suit all tastes, as well as many bands playing gigs, every night in Amsterdam has something new to offer.

Some events are far from conventional—such as the annual “Museum Night” in which many of Amsterdam’s museums are open until two in the morning, with special exhibits, live music and even club nights held inside. This diversity of after-dark activities is one thing that is sure to make anyone’s study abroad experience.

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