Tuesday, 3 October 2017

Bologna Process





Poland plays an active part in the Bologna Process. Owing to the introduction of three-stage education modelled on Bachelor/Master/Doctoral studies as well as the European Credit Transfer System, both Polish students and international students studying in Poland stay fully mobile and can continue their education elsewhere in the European Union without any problems. Within just the Erasmus Program that has been going on for over 20 years now, over 43,000 foreign students have come to study in Poland while almost 100,000 studentsfrom Poland have taken part of their education in another country within the European Union. Foreign students coming to Poland can expect the most attractive and diversified education opportunities meeting high European standards. They can study medicine, biotechnology or engineering, but also art and business and many other subjects. The diploma awarded to them upon graduation is recognised not only Europe-wide but also in most countries of the world.












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Students at work in library. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students. Photographer: Arenda Oomen Students at work. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students working on project. Photographer: Erik Jansen PhD ceremony. Photographer: Keukelaar, Keke Unilever building Rotterdam. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs International students on a trip to Paris. Photographer: Indarwati Aminuddin Typical Dutch houses. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Schiphol Airport. Photographer: Elma Leidekker Yellow tulip field. Photographer: Henriëtte Guest Dutch landscape. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Queens Day. Source: NL Agency

 

Society




Dutch society is home to more than 190 different nationalities living in its many cities and villages. For decades the country's historical ties with other parts of the world have brought people of non-Dutch origin to settle in Holland. This cultural diversity has made Holland a place where knowledge, ideas and cultures from all over the world come together. Although Dutch is the national language, the majority of the population also speaks English and very often another foreign language, such as German or French





COST OF LIVING





Living costs in Estonia are very affordable and are considered to be lower than in most other European countries. General feedback from foreigners who have spent some time here is that living conditions are similar to those in Western Europe. Cost of living is usually dependent upon the student's accommodation choices, lifestyle, and spending patterns. On 1 January 2011, Estonia changed over to the euro (EUR, €), the single European currency.







Competitive costs of living and studying




Compared to other EU countries, the tuition fees in Poland are really competitive and the costs of living are a fraction of what a foreign student would have to spend in other European cities.Find out more and applyFor the essential information about studying in Poland and applying for higher education programmes, visit the Go-Poland website.The Netherlands is a kingdom. Its official name is the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It consists of the Netherlands itself and six islands intheCaribbean Sea. The country's name in Dutch is Nederland, meaning low country and referring to the fact that much of the land is at or below sea level.The Netherlands is often called 'Holland', a name that is derived from the names of the two western coastal provinces, North and South Holland, that were the most developed andwealthiest parts of the country in the seventeenth century and played a dominant role in the country's history



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Students at work in library. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students. Photographer: Arenda Oomen Students at work. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students working on project. Photographer: Erik Jansen PhD ceremony. Photographer: Keukelaar, Keke Unilever building Rotterdam. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs International students on a trip to Paris. Photographer: Indarwati Aminuddin Typical Dutch houses. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Schiphol Airport. Photographer: Elma Leidekker Yellow tulip field. Photographer: Henriëtte Guest Dutch landscape. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Queens Day. Source: NL Agency







Culture & leisure






Holland is more varied than you might expect. There is plenty to see, whether you're strolling through town, making a boat trip on the canals or lakes, lazing on the beach or walking in the woods and dunes. Major international stars regularly play concerts at Dutch stadiums and other smaller venues. Musicals and theatre are also very popular. With over 1,000 museums there is a lot to discover. And don't be surprised to see people dressed in orange and partying in the street on King's Day or when the national football team has a game.Read more on the Study in Holland website or on the website of the Netherlands Board of Tourism & Conventions (NBTC).







LIFESTYLE





The life-style of Estonians is directly linked to their character, the weather and different seasons. In winter Estonians tend to be more home- and work-centred, while summer is a time for active open-air activities and vacations in the countryside. In recent years Estonia has developed an excellent infrastructure of cultural, social and sporting facilities. Throughout the year there is a wide range of activities and events striving to meet and even exceed expectations of local inhabitants and their international guests. Since regaining independence and a rise in living standards, there are more opportunities for travel and Estonians are eagerly seizing the chance to see the world.














Preparation courses in Holland






Some international students may not be able to attend a degree in Holland because their previous studies do not match the academic system of the country. To be allowed to take an undergraduate or graduate degree in Holland, they will need to enrol in a one-year preBachelor or pre-Master offered by a local university. Popular foundation degree studies in Holland include pre-law degrees, pre-MBA courses, premedicine, pre-nursing studies,orothertypes of international foundation programmes in engineering, economics, finance, social science, science and other types of university pathway programmes. Preparation courses in Holland include academic English language training to help international students meet university language requirements for future undergraduate or graduate studies. Foundation degrees in early years in Holland are perfect for increasing your chances of getting accepted to a Dutch university. Pre-university business schools, law schools or med schools make sure international students develop the skills they need to succeed in the Dutch academic system. Pre-university education also includes cultural integration classes that help students feel more at home. Some pre-university programmes guarantee enrolment to the institution if students complete the preparation with high grades. Meet language requirements for university admission in Netherlands by choosing an English language preparation course offered by English language schools worldwide, including Netherlands. Where can I study a foundation course in Holland? The top Dutch cities where students can take a foundation year programme include: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Maastricht  and more. Read more about the enrolment requirements for international students.



General application



To study in Canada, you may need a study permit. To apply for a study permit on or after June 1, 2014, you will need to have a letter of acceptance from a higher education institution.You must not have a criminal record or be a risk to the security of Canada. You must be in good health and willing to undergo a medical examination, if necessary. You must provide proof you will leave Canada at the end of your authorized stay. A study permit is not needed if you want to take short-term courses or programs of study of six months or less. You may enrol in short-term programs at any learning institution, regardless of whether or not it is designated. You must submit the following items: Application for Study Permit made Outside of Canada (IMM 1294) for each applicant regardless of the age Family Information Form (IMM 5645) for each applicant regardless of the ageTwo (2) passport photographs Processing fee Valid passport  All cancelled or expired passports to show evidence of previous travel A copy of the Letter of Acceptance from the educational institution where you intend to study Proof of financial support for the duration of your studies in Canada For detailed information about application requirements for Canadian higher education studies and/or study visa










High quality of education



The Polish higher education system is well developed. The quality of the education provided is monitored and regularly evaluated. The main Polish institutions in charge of quality assurance in higher education are: the Polish Accreditation Committee, the General Council of Higher Education and the Conference of Rectors of the Academic Schools in Poland. There are over 5,000 courses available in Poland and each of them has had to gain the Polish Accreditation Committee’s approval. Among them there are a number of fields of study that have received the grade: excellent. The list of excellent fields of study is available at the Polish Accreditation Committee we






Modernity

Today, the Polish higher education system is developing rapidly. Poland holds fourth place in Europe (after the United Kingdom, Germany and France) in terms of the number of people enrolled in higher education. The total student population at over 400 university level schools is almost one and a half million. Each year almost half a million young people begin their education at universities and colleges. The Polish university level schools offer over 200 high quality types of study as an integral part of the European Higher Education Area. Most schools offer courses in foreign languages.

Tradition








Poland’s tradition of academic education goes back to 1364 when King Casimir the Great established the Cracow Academy, known today as the Jagiellonian University. The Cracow Academy, being one of the oldest in the world, took after academies in Bologna and Padua, and was the second university in Central Europe after Prague


Geography




Holland is situated in the west of Europe and borders Germany to the east, Belgium to the south and the North Sea to the north and west. What strikes people most when they first arrive in Holland is the landscape: the country is extremely flat. While there are some hilly areas in the south-eastern corner of the country, in most of the country you have an unbroken view of the characteristic Dutchlandscape. There is water everywhere, in the form of lakes, rivers and canals. Holland is a relatively small area of slightly over 41,000 square kilometres is home to almost 17 million people.

Public safety




Holland is a safe country by international standards, with low levels of violence and street crime. The police are friendly and helpful; they have a duty to protect everyone and you can always feel confident approaching them for help.

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Students at work in library. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students. Photographer: Arenda Oomen Students at work. Photographer: nadiafotografeert Students working on project. Photographer: Erik Jansen PhD ceremony. Photographer: Keukelaar, Keke Unilever building Rotterdam. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs International students on a trip to Paris. Photographer: Indarwati Aminuddin Typical Dutch houses. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Schiphol Airport. Photographer: Elma Leidekker Yellow tulip field. Photographer: Henriëtte Guest Dutch landscape. Photographer: Tuurenhout, Thijs Queens Day. Source: NL Agency







ACCOMMODATION







Estonian universities provide accommodation in modern student dormitories, where students can comfortably live, relax and study during they stay. Dormitories are usually based on a "box system" – a furnished apartment with two rooms for four people, with a shared kitchen and a bathroom. Student accommodation prices in Estonia start from €100 per month in student dormitories. Some universities have student dormitories with single, double and triple rooms. On average, the prices range from about €100 for a place in a double room in the residence hall to €180-€450 or more for a private apartment.