What it's like to be an Honours studentBefore I started university, I knew I wanted to do more than just my degree. I wanted to be active and make friends outside of class, because in my mind, I think I kind of needed that additional outlet next to my studies. I tried out a couple of things, from sports and hobby associations to cultural stuff, but none spoke to me more than the Honours programme, and the association behind it.
Thinking of studying abroad? These students went before you!Are you a student at the University of Twente and considering going abroad for your minor? Wondering what to do during your third year and seeking inspiration from fellow students who've already taken the plunge? Look no further! In this article, two students share their experiences studying one semester abroad: Paula, a bachelor’s student in Industrial Design Engineering (IDE), who did a minor in Adelaide, Australia, and Darren who ventured to Sendai, Japan during his Master’s in Computer Science. (And maybe by reading their stories, you’ll want to do a semester abroad as well 😉).
Five ways to develop yourself next to your studyDeveloping yourself outside your studies is never a bad idea. It provides opportunities to grow, develop new skills, participate in interesting activities and meet exciting people. At the University of Twente, there are several ways to improve your skills, and if you’re looking for a challenge, then these opportunities might just be for you. With insights from Tymur and Jakub over at the UT Journeys podcast, we've compiled five unique opportunities to further develop yourself during your time as a student.
These tips will help you present like a pro!Presenting: for some, it’s the ultimate nightmare, for others it’s no big deal. Whether it gives you immediate anxiety or you have no problem with it at all, these tips will help you take your presentation to the next level!
Taking a gap year: yes or no? Here are the pros and cons!Are you about to finish high school? Then you face an important decision: will you continue studying straight away, or take a gap year? During such a year, you have time to develop yourself, recuperate and try new things after the hustle and bustle of exams. Yet a gap year is not for everyone. Is it the right choice for you? Here are the pros and cons!
Why and how you should learn to negotiate as a studentWhether you’re going to discuss your salary, close a deal with a client as an entrepreneur or simply want to bargain while on holiday: negotiation is a valuable skill. Why not work on it during your time as a student? In this article, student negotiator Richard will tell us all about why and how you can level up your negotiation skills before starting your professional career.
Preparing for your future career? Here's how you do it!As students, we lead busy lives. Full days at uni, meeting up with friends, house evenings with roommates and a party or drink in between... And once you are in your master's degree, you will also have to start thinking more seriously about what exactly you want to do after your studies. This is certainly not easy, something I understand all too well as a master's student, but obviously important. So how do you best prepare for a career after your studies?
Top 6 21st-century skills you’ll learn during your time as a studentOur world is changing rapidly: by the time you graduate, the world may look very different! All the more important it is to not only earn your credits during your studies, but also to invest in yourself and your skills. Therefore, in this article, we discuss the 6 most important 21st-century skills you can start learning during your studies!
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