Wednesday, July 28, 2010
My bf is an exchange student from the Netherlands, would it be weird to visit him this summer?
My bf is an exchange student from the Netherlands, would it be weird to visit him this summer?
I'm graduating and hes moving back (we're in hs). Would it be weird if i went and spent 2 weeks in the Netherlands with him? I think it would be fun, money isnt really an object either...what do you think?
Singles & Dating - 4 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
i think he might appreciate it a lot
2 :
no why would it be weird?? it seems fine to me he could be happy im guessing
3 :
Aw that's cute do it.
4 :
where are you staying though does he have his own place or ur staying with his family? I think renting a rm would be best but yeah go for it if you have the means to do so.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
What is the living cost for a student couple in Groningen, Netherlands?
What is the living cost for a student couple in Groningen, Netherlands?
I would like to know more or less which would be the montlhy budget for a couple including rent, food, transportation, etc. I would also like to know the rent for an independant apartment or house that is furnished and includes gas, electricity, etc.I am planning to go there to study and my husband is coming with me. Can somebody give me an idea of montlhy expenses? I do not want personal information, just an idea of an average sum that we would need per month.
Netherlands - 2 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
It's been a few years since I moved away from Groningen .... and the euro has come in since then. If you're prepared to live in one of the outer areas like Beijum or De Wijert, you would be a lot less for accommodation than you would in, say, the Korrewegwijk. I would advise contacting the foreign student accommodation office to help you out with this. You can forget about getting a house, unless you are prepared to go quite far out of the city centre. Generally Groningen is a lot cheaper than Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague or Utrecht.
2 :
This question is quite difficult to answer. There are many types of houses you can rent and the rent depends on the size (apartment vs. 4 bedroom house), location of the property (downtown or suburb), age of the house (brand new or old) etc. Also the type of house has an impact on the utilities bill. A big house requires more gas for heating, for example. I have lived together with my ex-girlfriend in a two bedroom apartment in Maastricht. Maastricht is in the south of the Netherlands, but, on a general scale, it is comparable to Groningen (same nr of inhabitants, same sort of city centre, etc). We had to pay approx. 600 euros for the apartment, 150 euros for water, gas and electricity. 50 euros for internet and taxes such as property taxes, sewer taxes etc. Then we needed some 300 euros to buy food. Totalling 1100 euros for the two of us. Taking into account inflation and some 'safety margins', I think 1200-1300 euros per month is a reasonable guess.
I would like to know more or less which would be the montlhy budget for a couple including rent, food, transportation, etc. I would also like to know the rent for an independant apartment or house that is furnished and includes gas, electricity, etc.I am planning to go there to study and my husband is coming with me. Can somebody give me an idea of montlhy expenses? I do not want personal information, just an idea of an average sum that we would need per month.
Netherlands - 2 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
It's been a few years since I moved away from Groningen .... and the euro has come in since then. If you're prepared to live in one of the outer areas like Beijum or De Wijert, you would be a lot less for accommodation than you would in, say, the Korrewegwijk. I would advise contacting the foreign student accommodation office to help you out with this. You can forget about getting a house, unless you are prepared to go quite far out of the city centre. Generally Groningen is a lot cheaper than Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague or Utrecht.
2 :
This question is quite difficult to answer. There are many types of houses you can rent and the rent depends on the size (apartment vs. 4 bedroom house), location of the property (downtown or suburb), age of the house (brand new or old) etc. Also the type of house has an impact on the utilities bill. A big house requires more gas for heating, for example. I have lived together with my ex-girlfriend in a two bedroom apartment in Maastricht. Maastricht is in the south of the Netherlands, but, on a general scale, it is comparable to Groningen (same nr of inhabitants, same sort of city centre, etc). We had to pay approx. 600 euros for the apartment, 150 euros for water, gas and electricity. 50 euros for internet and taxes such as property taxes, sewer taxes etc. Then we needed some 300 euros to buy food. Totalling 1100 euros for the two of us. Taking into account inflation and some 'safety margins', I think 1200-1300 euros per month is a reasonable guess.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
International student in Netherlands and spouse working status ? ?
International student in Netherlands and spouse working status ? ?
Hi, If I am an international student studying in the Netherlands on a student visa (exchange progeram ), is my spouse (also foreign) eligible for a work permit? Thanks.
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
I do not think that this would be the case from outside the European Union. There is no working permit involved. I do not know if you can ask one in the given situation. Many foreigners do deliver newspapers. Perhaps you can get some information about that in the place where you live. Any questions regarding the government or rules in The Netherlands can be asked at the bureau of questions "Postbus 51" They send your question to the right department for immediate answer. Questions can be asked by letter, phone or web-mail (contact page). The site with information about that is: http://www.communicatieplein.nl/Onderwerpen/Wie_doet_wat/Postbus_51_Informatiedienst
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Which is the best student town in The Netherlands?
Which is the best student town in The Netherlands?
I'm thinking of doing a masters in the Netherlands as it is relatively cheap compared to my own country. I'll probably stay away from Rotterdam and Amsterdam because of cost. So I'd love any suggestions on the other University cities themselves, particularly with regards to the quality of student nightlife and whether there are a lot of international students etc. But any information at all is greatly appreciated. Thanks very much for the help!
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Utrecht is a student city, there is plenty of cafes in the old town,
2 :
Well Leiden and Delft are popular student cities but also costly and difficult to get accomodation in so you would face the same issues and Amsterdam and Rotterdam. Therefore I would look towards Utrecht (still not really easy to get accomodation) but also especially Groningen which are both thriving student cities.
3 :
Groningen. In the north it is still unspoiled in its isolation from the hectic west. Just big enough to share all sort of provisions, small enough to get to know it and travel about. It has a huge university. Utrecht is a nice town also. Groningen has many cafe's and cultural events. The surroundings are pleasing to spend a day off. I think crime is a problem but on the other hand it was chosen the most courteous of the Netherlands among most bike friendly and best inner-city in the last years. Try birds eye view on Microsofts Virtual Earth to see for yourself and show to your family. For information on the university: http://www.google.nl/search?hl=nl&q=Groningen&as_q=universiteit&btnG=Zoek%C2%A0binnen%C2%A0resultaten
I'm thinking of doing a masters in the Netherlands as it is relatively cheap compared to my own country. I'll probably stay away from Rotterdam and Amsterdam because of cost. So I'd love any suggestions on the other University cities themselves, particularly with regards to the quality of student nightlife and whether there are a lot of international students etc. But any information at all is greatly appreciated. Thanks very much for the help!
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Utrecht is a student city, there is plenty of cafes in the old town,
2 :
Well Leiden and Delft are popular student cities but also costly and difficult to get accomodation in so you would face the same issues and Amsterdam and Rotterdam. Therefore I would look towards Utrecht (still not really easy to get accomodation) but also especially Groningen which are both thriving student cities.
3 :
Groningen. In the north it is still unspoiled in its isolation from the hectic west. Just big enough to share all sort of provisions, small enough to get to know it and travel about. It has a huge university. Utrecht is a nice town also. Groningen has many cafe's and cultural events. The surroundings are pleasing to spend a day off. I think crime is a problem but on the other hand it was chosen the most courteous of the Netherlands among most bike friendly and best inner-city in the last years. Try birds eye view on Microsofts Virtual Earth to see for yourself and show to your family. For information on the university: http://www.google.nl/search?hl=nl&q=Groningen&as_q=universiteit&btnG=Zoek%C2%A0binnen%C2%A0resultaten
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)