GET YOURSELF LAUNCHED

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IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO ON DAY 1

ONCE YOU’VE ARRIVED, YOU WILL HAVE TO ACT QUICKLY TO GET YOURSELF LAUNCHED INTO YOUR STUDIES, STUDENT LIFE AND DUTCH CULTURE. HERE ARE 9 EASY STEPS WE RECOMMEND YOU TAKE ON – OR BEFORE – DAY 1.

1

DOWNLOAD THE CAMPUS APP

If you have not done this yet, download our Campus App right away for navigation, schedules and more (see also page 6).

2

COLLECT YOUR BOOKS

During the Kick-In, the UT’s introduction period – which starts on August 25 – we will help you with buying your study books. Being there will make settling in a lot easier and more fun! If you are not able to join the Kick-In, please contact the study association of your study programme upon your arrival. They will help you to get your books.

3

COLLECT YOUR SCHEDULE

Also during the Kick-In, staff and students will explain our educational support systems to you and show you how and where to find your schedule – so you’ll be off to a flying start on the first day of the academic year.

4

JOIN A STUDENT OR STUDY ASSOCIATION

Find out all about the possibilities and benefits on the Student
Union web pages!

In the Netherlands, your bicycle will soon be your new best friend.

Juli, UT student, Germany

Food shopping Dutch-style? Cheese and bread and you're good to go!

Chen Yu, student

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GO GROCERY SHOPPING

6

TRY SOME DUTCH FOOD

Dinner at six? Learn more about Dutch meal times, coffee and tea breaks, and culinary customs from Netherlands Tourism.

7

BUY A SECOND-HAND BIKE AND TOUR THE CAMPUS AND THE CITY

Having a bike here is a huge help in getting around. Studentfiets (‘fiets’ is Dutch for bike) sells reliable, second-hand bicycles at prices from € 45. Contact them during the Kick-In or visit the Studentfiets website. Or rent a Swapfiets bicycle for a fixed price a month. Check Swapfiets.nl.

8

DOWNLOAD THE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT HANDBOOK

The UT’s International Student Handbook, edition 2018-2019 is a rich source of practical and in-depth information about the Netherlands, the UT, and your position here as an international student. Download your copy today!

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BE AWARE OF EMERGENCY INFORMATION

The International Student Handbook also tells you what to do in an emergency situation in the Netherlands. Make sure you take note.

The international European emergency number is 112. Call this number for urgent assistance in life-threatening situations or if you witness a crime. When on campus call 053 489 2222.