Studying abroad: you don't want to miss these five cities!
Studying abroad, we recommend it to everyone! Throw yourself into a different culture for a longer period of time and get to know new people, all while earning the necessary credits. In short: a leap into the deep. It sounds scary (such a leap of faith), but if you get the opportunity, take it with both hands. Here we have a list of our top five student cities (and the associated hotspots, because that's what we're here for).
We speak from our own experience when we say that Barcelona is a fantastic place to spend some time. This city has everything you could possibly want: tapas, sangria, beach and nice weather (and the nightlife is not bad either). Barcelona has about eight universities and the city also offers numerous internships. Start the day with a lecture and take a dip in the afternoon, followed by a pitcher of sangria.
Read about Anna-Sophie's experience here, who also studied in Barcelona for a few months!
Did you know Paris has already been voted the best student city in the world several times? Although Paris may not be the most affordable city on the list, you hardly pay tuition here. Paris offers a huge choice of study options and there is also a lot of work to be found after your studies the city of love. Like a true Parisienne, waltzing through the beautiful streets with a fresh croissant in one hand and a study book in the other. Let's face it, it is one lifegoal to have lived here.
Click here in advance for our favorite hotspots in Paris!
Study in Berlin is actually everything you want as a student. Life is cheap and there is no shortage of entertainment options. Berlin is incredibly hip and also very green! Homes are widely available (unlike Amsterdam) and to top it all off: you pay no tuition fees here. What you do pay is a Semesterbeitrag of approximately 200 to 400 euros. This amount already includes a public transport card! Oh, and you can take your student finance with you from the Netherlands. You can use it for all the nice bars in the city.
A lot more expensive than the city above London. Yet London has been voted the best student city in the world for a few years now! Almost nowhere are international students as welcome as here and here are some of the world's best universities. So you have to do something for it, but then you also have something. Oh, and Christmas in London is magical. So you want to experience it! (PS: Aren't we all a little bit in love with the British accent?)
Like a real one daredevil, not afraid to go a little further from home? Maybe it is Singapore in Asia or the place for you. Singapore is a huge world city where many cultures come together: East and West with a European twist. The level of education in Singapore is very high and even the nightlife does not disappoint! (Tip from Flip: become a member of Hazel's Guestlist on Facebook for free access to the best parties). Oh, and for the real globetrotter: the location is perfect. You can travel throughout Asia for a small price!
Studying across the border feels incredibly wild, free-spirited and adventurous. And – we understand – insurance may not sound very sexy. And certainly not easy, right? OO insurance to the rescue! OOM insurance is for people who (simply) want to be well insured. Without fuss and without bullshit OOM helps you to make your study abroad experience not only memorable, but also safe. Whether you prefer to study within or outside Europe, for a few months or a few years. It's OOM-so-important (wink-wink) for your insurance straight to have.
