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01/02/2012 Join expatica.com's Expat Education Fair

Everything you need to know about education in the Netherlands.

26/01/2012 How to write a Curriculum Vitae: a guide for international students

writing an international CV As an international student, the CV (resume in American English) is meant to introduce you and your background to somebody who does not know you...

11/01/2012 Listing of international schools in the Netherlands

International Schools in the Netherlands Expatica's guide to international schools in the Netherlands.

29/11/2011 How to write a motivation letter

How to write a motivation letter Writing a good letter of motivation is key to getting a job. Here's how.

29/11/2011 Finding a job after graduation

Finding a job after graduation Finding a job after graduation isn't easy, but with the right approach everything is possible.

27/09/2011 Editor's guide: Higher education in the Netherlands

Universities in the Netherlands Our guide to the Higher Education section for the Netherlands offers essential information about studying in the Netherlands, including a listing...

27/09/2011 University and higher education in Amsterdam

Universities in Amsterdam A university degree or a ‘third level education’ as it is known here is obtainable at various universities in Amsterdam. Explorer...

23/09/2011 Higher education in the Netherlands

A guide to the Dutch higher education system which includes universities of applied sciences (hogescholen) and universities (universiteit) in the...

19/09/2011 Study abroad: Options for expats

Education Abroad Why study abroad? There are many options, even for expats. We take a look at schools and educational programmes and classes suited to expats.

13/09/2011 Teaching in the Netherlands

Teaching in the Netherlands Teachers with foreign teaching credentials must meet the standards set by the Dutch Ministry of Education. We outline the steps you can take to...

05/09/2011 Tips on the college application process for expats

How to apply for college as an expat or global nomad? Learn what makes you a strong candidate for college admission, college scholarships and...

30/08/2011 RSM MBA Kilimanjaro Project - Taking It Up a Level (sponsored contribution)

RSM-HEAD RSM is challenging a team of MBA women to stretch themselves beyong their leadership perceptions and reach new heights.

28/08/2011 Should our kids go native too?

International schooling International school advocates say they help ease the transition, while others claim real integration only happens at a local school.

03/08/2011 Introducing the International Baccalaureate Diploma

International Baccalaureate Diploma The International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB programme) is recognised as an international pre-university education preparing students for a globally...

20/07/2011 Graduation 2011: the American way

Webster University The graduation ceremony at the only American University in the Netherlands is completely different from the ceremony at a Dutch university.

18/07/2011 MICM in The Hague opens doors for expats (sponsored contribution)

Master in International Communications Management, Nia Limanto How the Master in International Communications Management at The Hague University has helped Indonesian national Nia Limanto expand her skill set...

21/03/2011 Tips for country movers

moving abroad For those of you planning to relocate this year, whether you are single, a single parent or a couple, here are some tips for you to mull over.

24/11/2009 New platform for International students in the Netherlands

Student logo Expatica has launched a portal for international students in the Netherlands. Students will find essential information about living, studying and...

23/11/2009 The Dutch higher education system explained

An introduction to the Dutch higher education system.

23/11/2009 Summer Recruitment: Student time management over the summer break

Ali Hale offers four key tips on how to make the most of your summer vacations and help put yourself in a better position when you graduate.

23/11/2009 Maastricht University: Looking at the integration of foreign students

The debate on the integration of foreign students into Dutch student life, organised by the University of Maastricht’s Student Council (MSC),...

31/08/2009 The Netherlands increasingly popular with Chinese students

In recent years, the Netherlands has made efforts to attract more foreign students, at the same time its immigration policy has been changed to...

15/07/2009 Dutch vocational education in a nutshell

Adult education The European and international labour markets demand highly educated workers who are prepared for the future. The Netherlands Association of...

24/03/2009 A parents' guide to education in the Netherlands

Willemijn L. van Oppen-Stuyt gives the essentials on education in the Netherlands, from primary, secondary schooling, through higher education to...

14/03/2009 Dutch youth organisations fear lost generation

Crisis forces young people out of labour market.

09/03/2009 Sleepless nights over primary school exams

These are exciting days for Dutch children in the final year of their primary education.

01/12/2008 Dutch Islamic schools need to shape up

Fake names on the payroll; entire schools taking trips abroad with school funds; school boards fired for incompetence. Just a few of the problems...

31/10/2008 Culture Card for Dutch pupils

How do you attract secondary school students to the theatre, the museum, the concert hall? The Dutch government hopes a discount card will do the...

08/10/2008 Five business schools, four continents, one programme (sponsored contribution)

Diversity is a word which can be truly applied to this year’s class for the Global Executive OneMBA Programme at Rotterdam School of Management.

10/09/2008 Sponsored contribution: Applying to a world class Executive MBA

Searching for the right MBA programme is no small task. Director of the RSM part-time Executive MBA programme, Ms. Angela Dickerson is in a great...

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