H.E. News - Europe
Study in Germany: How to Open a German Blocked Account in 2021
A blocked account is a special type of bank account for foreign students in Germany, that serves as evidence they have enough funds to live in Germany for a year and serves as a proof of financial resources when applying for a German student visa.
As of 2021, the annual amount for a blocked account is €10,332. Students can withdraw a maximum of €861 per month.
Opening a blocked account is simple and there are many providers available. Our team has done a detailed comparison of the most popular blocked account providers in Germany, so you can choose the one that fits your needs.
Check out our complete guide here: https://www.studying-in-germany.org/germany-blocked-account-foreign-students/
Posted: 22 June 2021
Bocconi University, Italy
Navigating the content and how to apply to a Bachelor of Science program can be a challenge: that's why we recorded a webinar with our staff and the Admissions office. Webinar recording is available here.
Posted: 17 June 2021
Dutch Universities Online Open Days
This is a listing of all the online open days, updated and managed by Dutch institutions. Students will take the opportunity to visit!
Posted: 15 January 2021
Unifrog Insights December 2020 Focus: The Netherlands
Unifrog Insight: Interest grows in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is bucking the global trend with Dutch universities enjoying an increased number of international applicants. The Dutch Association of Universities (VSNU) reports an increase in the size of the September 2020’s international intake, despite COVID-19 travel restrictions.
Data from the Unifrog platform suggests this trend will continue. The graphic below shows how - among current students at international schools - interest in the four top destinations has changed over the last year:
The double whammy of COVID-19 and Brexit has led to a significant drop in international students' interest in studying in the UK, with 6.3% fewer UK university shortlists made from March to October this year compared to the same period in 2019.
In contrast, the Netherlands has seen a boost in interest with a 1.7% increase in the number of shortlists being made for Dutch university courses over the same period.
Student guide: Studying in the Netherlands
These four articles are taken from the Unifrog Know-how library, a library of expert student guides on topics including applications, wellbeing, and citizenship. They give students impartial, unbiased advice on:
7 reasons to study in the Netherlands
Student life in the Netherlands
Matching, and admissions requirements and procedures
The difference between Research and Applied Science universities
Teaching resource: Research vs. Applied Science universities
If students have decided on the Netherlands, the next step is to decide whether to apply to a Research or Applied Science university.
This 30-minute activity from the Unifrog Resources library - a bank of plug-and-play teaching resources tailored to each year group / grade - helps students in Years 11-13/ Grades 10-12 to:
Understand the difference between Research and Applied Science universities
Know what to consider when choosing between the two
Create a shortlist of of Dutch university programs
Posted: 10 December 2020
Franklin University, Switzerland - Updates
Priority Application Deadline
Students interested in entering university next fall, and who wish to be considered for an early application tuition credit (CHF/USD 1000), should submit their application by by December 1st. The application fee is waived for students who submit their application by January 15th.
In addition, those students who apply by December 1 will be evaluated for admission to our Honors Program. The Honors Program at Franklin is an opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research and scholarship with expert faculty and other highly qualified peers. Selected students will complete an intensive (virtual) interview process in February 2021 for the $5000 Honors Program grant.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Franklin offers merit awards ranging from 5,000 to 28,000 (CHF/USD). In addition to merit scholarships, students of any nationality may also apply for financial aid. A tuition discount is also granted to students who are a citizen of Switzerland or an EU/EEA member state.
Posted: 17 November 2020
Study in Austria - Recording of 20 October 2020 webinar
Overview:
Austrian schools and universities offers an increasingly broad range of educational opportunities for international students. More and more courses are taught in English. In the webinar “Study in Austria” recorded on Oct. 20, 2020 nine leading Austrian universities, schools and education agents presented their programmes to study in Austria.
To see all 9 Austrian schools and universities from the webinar go to https://www.advantageaustria.org/cn/oesterreich-in-china/news/local/Study_in_Austria.en.html or watch a video introducing all at the webinar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xr2yHQHXOVQ
Learn more about the offer of 9 Austrian Schools and Universities, watch short videos, download brochures https://virtual-china-educationexpo2020.b2match.io/
Posted: 9 November 2020
Tilburg University - Updates
Meet us online
We're very virtual right now, offering ample opportunity for you and your students to get to know us online!
31 October - Virtual Open Day
The best way to get to know all our programs and chat with staff and students. With a small cameo from me and my colleague Anca, in case you're missing our faces!
>> More info & signup
8 November - Virtually Orange
The biggest, free, Study in Holland event this Fall is: "Virtually Orange". Meet with more than 25 Dutch institutions and chat with them directly about their program offer. Of course, Tilburg University is taking part as well!
>> Sign up here
Various dates - Other events
There are plenty of other ways to get to know us; we take part in many international fairs and webinars organized by third parties, and we also organize our own webinars.
Application and Admission
Last year we dipped our toes in the water already, and this year we are fully implementing application system "Osiris". What's new?
From now on Studielink is step 1 in the application process, and this leads students to Osiris, where they can upload their documents.
Not new but still important to know: our Psychology program has Numerus Fixus. This means the application deadline is January 15, and students have to complete an online test as part of the application procedure.
For all other programs, the application deadline is May 1, but we strongly encourage students to submit applications earlier than that, as applications will be processed faster when we receive them earlier in the year.
Posted: 23 October 2020
Irish Universities & Medical Schools Consortium - Updates
2021 Intake - Important details
Application deadline: January 15th (late applications accepted on a case by case basis)
Apply to multiple medical and dental schools with 1 IUMC application
IUMC tuition fee discount of 6-14,000 EUR per year
World-Class medical education
Full programmes delivered in Ireland
Medical internships available in Ireland
Entry requirements (see attached)
No extra admission examination such as HPAT required for students who apply for non-EU places
Interviews in February 2021
The IUMC office assist with application, interview preparation, accommodation, immigrarton advice and pre-departure information
Posted: 15 October 2020
4. IUMC Brochure IUMC .pdf1. IUMC APPLICATION PROCESS v.1 .pdf3. IUMC - Application Timeline 2021.pdfUniversity College Roosevelt, Netherlands - Updates
Ways to engage with University College Roosevelt this Fall
We will be hosting a number of virtual Open Days (October 24 and November 28), webinars and opportunities for students to engage with our professors directly:
Other Updates
UCR is bringing back the Going Glocal program. In Going Glocal students take a combination of an academic course and fieldwork abroad (Namibia, Mexico or Singapore) to learn more about social responsibility and the exercise of critical citizenship.
Two exciting updates from the Arts & Humanities department include the return of the Film, Theater and Media studies track (Fall 2020) and the addition of a double degree option for students interested in combining Dance and Liberal Arts and Sciences (Fall 2021).
Finally, the Engineering department is now well and truly launched. Up to date information on the developments around Engineering (e.g the fitting of the engineering labs) can be found on the Engineering Blog.
Posted: 5 October 2020
Bocconi University - Early Session Application
The Early session for the a.y. 2021/22 allows all students in their last year of high school (graduating in 2021) to apply for Bocconi BSc programs and receive the admission result as early as November 2020. The online application is open until 24 September.
On our website you can find specific information on the selection process and deadlines.
How to apply
Posted: 24 September 2020
IESEG School of Management - Undergraduate Programs
Want to learn more about the undergraduate programs offered by IESEG School of Management?
3-Year Bachelor in International Business Program: accredited by the French Higher Education Ministry
5-Year Grande Ecole Program (Bachelor cycle + Master cycle): ranked No.1 among French business schools.
Register and join the next webinar on 28 July 2020, 14:00 (Beijing time)
Posted: 22 July 2020
Thierry Geerts, Country Director of Google, Belgium & Luxembourg, Speaks to EU Business School
Country Director of Google Belgium and Luxembourg, Thierry Geerts, will discuss his vision for the digital age post COVID-19 in an illuminating deep dive with Peter Vanham, author of "Before I Was CEO". Our exclusive conference will begin tomorrow, Thursday, July 16 at 5 p.m. CEST.
Instructions for joining the conference:
The conference will start streaming live at 5 p.m.
At 5 p.m (CEST)., please click on this YouTube link: https://youtu.be/uZeA2qwtBEI (Note: streaming will not start before 5 p.m. on July 16.)
Start watching the conference live!
Posted: 16 July 2020
Franklin University Switzerland
Franklin will begin accepting applications for the spring and fall 2021 semester beginning August 1st through the Common Application or through our website.There are many scholarships and financial aid options available. Our students get the personal attention they need to thrive in small classes with peers from all over the world. Franklin students have a dedicated faculty advisor and student mentors that guide them in making the most of their university experience.
Priority Application Deadline
Students interested in entering university next fall, and who wish to be considered for an early application tuition credit (CHF/USD 1000), should submit their application by November 1st for the spring and December 1st for the fall. Franklin offers merit awards ranging from 5,000 to 28,000 (CHF/USD). In addition to merit scholarships, students of any nationality may also apply for financial aid.
The application fee is waived for students who submit their application by November 15th for spring or January 15th for fall.
Posted: 9 July 2020
Study in Sweden - Virtual Fair
Want to study in Sweden? Join us this Saturday for the Study in Sweden Virtual Fair to learn what it’s like to live and learn the Swedish Way. You’ll get to meet 19 Swedish universities and find out what kinds of programmes they have to offer. So, what’re you waiting for? Sign up here 👉 https://studyinsweden.easyvirtualfair.com/
Posted: 9 June 2020
Kühne Logistics University KLU, Hamburg - Webinar Series
Kühne Logistics University KLU, Hamburg, is hosting a webinar series: https://www.the-klu.org/webinar/
Next one is on 9 June at 16:00 CEST.
Each webinar will include an interactive lecture from a professor, students sharing their experiences and program information! If you or anyone in your communities are interested in joining, please share / sign up !
Would love to see you (virtually).
Posted: 9 June 2020
Go Dutch - Dutch Research Universities Consortium (DRU) presentation
Recording to the webinar on 5 June 2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opxM7PaMcTc&feature=youtu.be
Posted: 9 June 2020
Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi - Discover Bocconi: A Discussion with Students, Parents & Counsellors
Join us on Tuesday, June 9th for a round table discussion with a current student, her parents, and some college counsellors. We will take a deep dive into the student's experience of applying, being admitted, and of course studying at Bocconi. The input from parents and college counsellors will help contextualize the student’s testimony, leaving you with insight into how you can guide your own students through the Bocconi experience.
To register for the event, simply fill out the registration form below.
Posted: 4 June 2020
EU Business School - Jean-Claude Biver on Thinking Outside the Box
A legend of the luxury watch industry, Jean-Claude Biver, LVMH Group, Non-Executive President of the Watch Division, Chairman of Hublot & Zenith Watches, gives his insights on creativity, imagination and the courage to fail.
This is a short extract from the exclusive Learning From Leaders conference with Jean-Claude Biver. Throughout the energetic, insightful and entertaining conversation, Mr. Biver shared career-shaping advice and insights with the audience of EU students and guests.
EU Business School gives students the opportunity to interact with renowned global business leaders and gain valuable insights for professional success. Learn more about our multi-campus business school here.
Posted: 29 May 2020
Utrecht University - Update
Start her with your quest for bachelor study: Link
Apply before the deadline of 1 June
June 1st is around the corner. Do you want to start in September? Avoid that involuntary gap year! Apply now, grrl!
Chat with Alumni now available
Do you want to learn from the experiences of our international alumni? How did they prepare for coming to study in Utrecht and what useful tips can they share with you? What are they doing now after they have graduated from Utrecht University? Below you can find three of our alumni. They will be happy to answer your questions and maybe even meet with you in person!
Studying during the corona crisis: On campus if we can, online because we can
Health comes first. However, our goal will always be to welcome you on campus as much as possible, but we are ready to continue offering our education online to new and current students, as long as on-campus education is restricted. Don’t worry if you cannot make it here by September 2020 - in that case, you can start your programme online and join us on campus as soon as possible.
Posted: 27 May 2020
University College Dublin Festival & Summer School
UCD Festival
Join us for three days of fantastic virtual events at UCD Festival @home – everything from workshops to expert talks and from online tours to demonstrations.
Ireland’s Global University’s annual festival may have had to move online this year, but all the inspiring, engaging, informative and fun activities of the regular festival remain. And you can experience it all from the comfort of your home. There’s something for everyone. It’s all happening via the UCD Festival @home website and through YouTube, Zoom, Soundcloud and Facebook.
2nd-5th of June 2020 Virtual Summer School 2020 at Ireland's Global University
Join us for a series of online Summer School sessions by just select and register for our subject area of interest on here https://ucdsummerschool.ie/.
All sessions are:
· free
· delivered by subject matter experts
· presents a great opportunity to learn more about a programme before starting an application to join next year
· presents a great opportunity to connect with students from Ireland and around the world who have similar interests
Posted: 22 May 2020
Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne
Application deadline and incentive to apply now
The official deadline is June 1, but we will accept applications after that date, if the visa process allows, and from students who do not require a visa.
We are also offering free access to online course content to all students who apply before the deadline. It’s the perfect way to sharpen their hospitality knowledge and skills before they arrive on campus.
Adapted admissions processes
EHL’s Admissions department has made the following adaptations to ensure that all candidates have equal opportunities and conditions for acceptance and attendance in these exceptional times:
The whole admissions process is now 100% online (no more on-site Selection Days)
Acceptance response in 3 weeks or less.
Adapted 360° profile assessments in the absence of standard exams.
Accompanying measures & financial aid
It is a special year and we are facilitating enrolment for promising students. Intensive Math and English courses will be offered to students who have identified weaknesses in these areas, as a requirement of acceptance. Other students can also access the courses.
Given the situation, a number of students and sponsors have faced economic challenges in the past few months and will need a recovery time. To support new and current students in these difficult times, EHL has put in place a number of initiatives to facilitate payment or provide financial aid. Learn more
EHL admissions & Fall 2020 updates
Posted: 20 May 2020
Dutch Universities Webinar
Date: 5 June 2020, Friday
Time: 16:00-18:00, CEST (22:00-23:59, Hong Kong Time)
The Dutch Research Universities Consortium will be hosting a webinar to cover:
Part 1: Study in Holland presentation and general Q&A session
Part 2: Participants are welcome to chat with DRU institutional members in their own online meeting/chat area.
Prior to the day, all registrants will receive access to a previously-recorded institutional webinars from each DRU member to prepare for their chat sessions.
Register here.
Posted: 19 May 2020
IMI International Management Institute - Update
Click the links to the topics for the latest update:
Posted: 7 May 2020
EU Business School - Round Table Discussion: "Understanding Business in a Post COVID-19 World"
Date: 14 May 2020
Time: 15:00 CEST (21:00, HKT)
Guest speakers: Alexandra Severino (legal consultant and researcher), Manal Negmeldin (EU alumnus and Head of Digital and Omnichannel at ELARABY) and Niven de Wit (EU alumnus and MD of Kopele Trading).
The world of business and work is in a state of flux. Technological change has reshaped the workplace over the last two centuries, but the speed with which automation technologies are developing today, and the scale at which they are disrupting the world of work, are without precedent.
This panel discussion will help you to understand the digitalization potential of the global economy on business, the global workforce and on you, and what skills you need to benefit from this transformative process.
Our guest speakers will challenge your previously held assumptions and provide you with essential knowledge and insights to advance your career. We offer the panel discussion online, so you can continue to learn from the safety of your own home.
Are you ready to learn how EU Business School can unlock your potential so that you can steer your way through these troubling times to success?
Take this opportunity now, and register to join us for the panel discussion.
Posted: 6 May 2020
Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne - February Intake Update
Take a look at two of EHL's upcoming webinars that will help you in your Bachelor Journey.
How To Prepare A Strong Application
University applications can be a nerve-wracking experience. Having gone through the same process, our current EHL Bachelor students from the Asia-Pacific region are equipped with tips and reflections from their own experiences. Join us to hear from them!
Date: 8 May 2020
Time: 18:30-19:30 SGT / 12:30-13:30 CEST
Introduction to EHL February Intake
EHL provides its students with two choices of intakes yearly - February and September, and various factors may influence which intake suits you best. Join us to know more about EHL February intake from our students’ perspectives. Let’s find out why starting University during the Spring Intake might be ideal for you!
Date: 14 May 2020
Time: 19:30-20:00 SGT / 13:00-14:00 CEST
Posted: 3 May 2020
Stuty in Europe
🇪🇺 Would you like to study in Europe but don't know where to start? It's normal, as no less than 34 countries are directly connected to #ErasmusPlus!
Now that we have to stay home is a good moment to find all the info you need! Read our country profiles ➡️ https://europa.eu/!Rq66wh
Posted: 1 May 2020
Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen - FAQs for prospective international students
If you're are planning to apply for one of the study programmes at Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen, we can imagine that you could be having many questions related to the COVID-19 outbreak and what that means for you as an incoming student.
We have prepared a list of Frequently Asked Questions for prospective students related to COVID-19, which can be found here
Posted: 1 May 2020
Bocconi University - Update
The situation we are facing has deeply affected our lives. However, Bocconi University has never stopped, adapting to the circumstances imposed by the global situation with distance learning, remote exam sessions and online graduation sessions.
Nonetheless life will get back on track and we are ready to offer students interested in studying Management, Economics, Finance, Data Science, Maths for AI, and Political Science Bachelor programs in an international environment at a top-ranked institution.
BSc Application Rounds: New Dates
Senior students (graduating in 2020) can still apply in the last selection round for Bocconi BSc programs a.y. 2020/21
Deadline on May 12 (12:00pm/noon, Italian time).
Early Session A.Y. 2021/22
Junior students (graduating in 2021) have been notified that our Early Session has been postponed this year
Applications will open at the beginning of July until 24 September 2020.
Find out more about Bocconi's fields of study here.
Posted: 28 April 2020
Utrecht University - Updates
Application deadlines
Have you not yet submitted an application for Utrecht University? There are still some Bachelor's programmes that have a deadline of May 1, provided you hold a EU passport. You can check the exact deadlines from the page of the specific programme. You can find more information on our website about our English-taught Bachelor's programmes and general admissions.
Chat with current students
If you have questions about living in Utrecht or studying in Utrecht University our students are happy to answer your questions! You can chat with a student from your country or find someone following your future programme. All buddies will get a notification when you message them and they will get back to you shortly.
Posted: 24 April 2020
Franklin University, Switzerland - Fall 2020 Flexible Policies
Fall 2020 – Application Deadline – Rolling Admissions
The Admissions Committee is proceeding with a great deal of flexibility in view of the current situation and we still have scholarships available for Fall 2020 enrollment. We are agile and well-prepared for fall classes to begin in Lugano or, if necessary, to begin the academic year in a hybrid online format until all students can come to campus and study safely.
We are still accepting applications until June 15 for students who need a visa to come to Switzerland, and on a rolling basis also throughout the summer, for students who do not require a visa.
For more details on our flexibility, please check out our COVID-19 Enrollment FAQs.
Posted: 20 April 2020
John Cabot University, Italy - Shortened Fall 2020 semester and study visa requirements
University has decided to delay the start of the Fall 2020 semester to shorten the semester to 89 days. This means that students coming from visa-waiver countries such as the United States will not require a study visa to attend university in Italy for the fall.
Classes will now run from September 21, 2020 to December 14, 2020, with Orientation activities beginning on September 19, 2020 - see the updated academic calendar.
By removing the barrier of needing a study visa for Fall 2020, JCU aims to allow all students, including prospective degree-seeking students and study abroad students, more time to make decisions on travel.
As COVID-19 has made acutely clear, international dialogue and cooperation are more important now than ever before. At JCU, our students and faculty come from all over the world, giving our community a unique perspective and allowing dialogue between and among our learners and instructors.
By shortening the fall semester, we hope to give ourselves and our students the best chance at continuing to foster the spirit of globalism that is at the heart of our curriculum.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email admissions@johncabot.edu.
Posted: 20 April 2020
Leiden University - Corona update: deadline extensions and online activities
Admission and application
On our website you will find the answers to frequently asked questions about admission and application in relation to coronavirus developments both for prospective students who want to apply to Leiden University and students who have already applied or been made a conditional offer.
In principle, Leiden University will continue to accept the diploma's and leaving credentials it has done in the past, regardless of proposed changes to assessment during the crisis.
For those students requiring proof of English proficiency, the iBT TOEFL Special Home Edition will also be accepted during this application cycle.
Leiden University will do its utmost to take the circumstances into consideration and offer flexibility in terms of deadlines. However, please be aware that in some situations the only option may be for a student to delay their studies until a later date.
Application deadlines
Good news for all international students! Leiden University has postponed most deadlines for international students. Please note that the deadlines for Numerus Fixus programmes and Leiden University College have not been extended. Find the specific deadlines for Leiden University bachelor’s and master’s programmes on our website.
Chat with a student
Do your students have questions about student life in Leiden or in The Hague, studying at Leiden University, or do need more information about a specific programme? They can get in contact with a student from a programme of their choice directly!
Online information activities
As our on-campus activities are no longer allowed, we have gathered all of our online activities and placed them in one spot for students. If they would like to know why they should study at Leiden University or want to know what's it like to live in the student cities Leiden or The Hague? The online activities will help!
» Go to our bachelor's online activities
Study in Holland online activities
The Dutch Research Universities Consortium (DRU) will be hosting a free online open day on April 22, 2020 from 14:00-16:00.
DRU View is an event consisting of two parts: part one will include a general Study in Holland presentation and Q&A, and part two will consist of all DRU institutions having an online meeting/chat room open for live discussion and questions.
Any questions
If you have questions about studying at Leiden University, please don't hesitate to contact us @ studyline@leidenuniv.nl
Posted: 16 April 2020
Tilburg University's updates related to COVID-19
The Corona pandemic is affecting us all, including Tilburg University’s application cycle. Due to the challenges posed by the virus we have made the following changes:
Our EU application deadline is extended to June 1
We are more flexible than we normally are about official transcripts and documents; if a student cannot provide a certain document in their application package due to the pandemic, we will consider an unofficial document in its place.
If students meet our admission requirements, they can be conditionally admitted. Deadlines for submitting final transcripts and English language tests can be stretched until later this summer, but are still required for enrollment.
We are currently aiming to start our academic year in September 2020 as normal.
Since the situation is constantly in development, we may update these policies as we go along. Check our website for more information or email internationalbachelors@tilburguniversity.edu.
Posted: 9 April 2020
Utretcht University - Update on Coronavirus
Coronavirus FAQ page
UU has created this FAQ page for international students applying to UU. This page is updated as new information comes in so please be sure to check it regularly.
Cancellations of secondary school exams
If students have already applied and has received conditional admission based on an IB diploma or British A-levels that they will obtain in 2020, the cancellation of the exam sessions of Summer 2020 doe not have an impact on students' eligibility. As long as they obtain their diploma and meet the conditions specified in their letter of admission, they will be unconditionally admitted and they can enrol in their chosen programme in September.
If students have not applied yet, UU encourages students to continue the application process and to submit their application on time, despite any uncertainties.
Application deadlines
The application for students who have an EU/EEA nationality has been extended to 1 (original deadline was 1 May).
Students with a non-EU/EEA nationality (and who will need to apply for a visa) still have a deadline of 1 April.
Posted: 2 April 2020
Maastricht University: Extended application deadlines
Extended application deadlines for bachelor’s programmes
The following applies to the majority of our bachelor’s programmes::
Students from EU/EEA countries or Switzerland may complete their application up to and including 1 August 2020 (Central European Time).
Non-EU/EEA students who require a visa or residence permit can now complete their application up to and including 1 June 2020 (Central European Time).
Exceptions to these deadlines apply to bachelor’s programmes with a numerus fixus and to selective bachelor’s programmes. To find out which deadline applies to which programme, please refer to the individual programme websites. Our admissions pages have been updated.
Questions regarding applications
We understand that extending application deadlines will not solve all of the issues that students are currently facing. We have created an FAQ for prospective students that will continue to be updated as we work on solutions. In case you have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Received: 31 March 2020