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Utrecht’s historic streets, cobbled squares and picturesque canals are filled with people enjoying all the sights, sounds and tastes the city has to offer. You’ll have lots of options for taking a break in the charming city centre, whether you’re grabbing a coffee in the shade of the Domtoren, a EXCHANGE AND VISITING STUDENTS vast Gothic church tower, or a drink in one of the many wharf cellar bars of the unique Oudegracht (Old Canal) district.

Utrecht has a small-town feel, but it’s one of Utrecht is one of BBC Travel’s the biggest cities in the – the main top five happiest cities. hub of the Dutch railway system and a vibrant cultural centre. 60,000 students live here, giving the community a creative vibe and a young and talented workforce. The city and UU work closely on tech and social innovations, and Utrecht frequently tops lists of the happiest, most liveable – and of course, most bicycle-friendly – places to live.

Citywide programmes help keep Utrecht healthy and sustainable – and like the rest of the Netherlands, the city is safe, clean and has excellent infrastructure and public services. And don’t be shy about making friends with locals! The Utrecht was voted Most Beautiful Dutch are an easy-going people, and English is Canal City in Europe by GoEuro. widely spoken here.

‘Don’t be shy about making friends with locals! The Dutch are an easy-going people, and English is widely spoken here.’

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GET IN TOUCH SOCIAL MEDIA Utrecht University UtrechtUniversity Student Services/International Office UtrechtUniversity Heidelberglaan 6, Utrecht, the Netherlands uniutrecht +31 30 253 7000 utrechtuniversitynl [email protected] UtrechtUniversity Making the right choice starts at uu.nl/exchange September 2018. Production by Utrecht University. Photography Anthony Donner, Arnaud Mooij, Ivar Pel, Ed van Rijswijk, Kees Rutten, Image library Design Communication and Marketing. The information in this factsheet has been compiled with the utmost care, but no rights can be derived from its contents. uu.nl/exchange Welcome to Two types of exchange Student life students Utrecht University! 1 Exchange students are enrolled Utrecht University offers over 400 Home to 60,000 students and a lively cultural scene, the city of

Founded in 1636 and located in the heart of the at partner institutions that English-taught courses open to exchange Utrecht feels both intimate and exciting. From canals and parks to signed Erasmus or Bilateral Netherlands, UU is one of world’s best universities, students from over 500 partner international restaurants, cinemas, bars and boutiques, you’ll find a exchange agreements with UU. recognised internationally for its high-quality, innovative Exchange students only pay institutions. Some of our courses are also dynamic atmosphere here, with lots to explore. The city is also very approach to research and teaching. Studying at Utrecht tuition fee to their home open to visiting students. safe and clean – just like the rest of the Netherlands. University means studying at one of the world’s best university; the selection of Cultural Centre Parnassos universities. courses available depends on The cultural centre of UU, Parnassos offers courses the type of agreement and workshops in dancing, acting, singing, (university- or -wide). Faculty of Geosciences - The Faculty of Faculty of Social and Behavioural photography, drawing, music and more. You’ll get a 2 Visiting students, or free- Geosciences studies the Earth: from the Sciences - The Faculty of Social & nice discount and access to facilities, like a practise

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