The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Nigeria has announced plans to host the first edition of the ‘Study in Holland Fair’ on the 10th of June 2017 in Lagos at the Federal Palace Hotel on Victoria Island.

The fair is designed for Nigerians seeking international undergraduate, postgraduate and/or professional education in the Netherlands. It provides a platform for them to meet one on one with representatives of over several top higher educational institutions from the Netherlands and get direct advice on the opportunities available to them for study in the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Speaking on the upcoming exhibition, Mr John Groffen, the Ambassador at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Nigeria said“The fair offers Nigerians who desire to study in the Netherlands the chance to get first-hand information about the various study options available at several higher education institutions and find a programme of study that suits their specific preferences.”

On the benefits of studying in the Netherlands, Temitayo Akinbiyi, Fellowship Officer/Consular Affairs, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Nigeria stated that “The Netherlands is a recognised knowledge centre with rich study traditions and well known higher education institutions offering more than 2,100 programmes taught in English.Education in the Netherlands meets all international standards with thousands of its alumni doing great work in Nigeria. Some of them have become entrepreneurs and are employing people. Others work in the corporate sector at the highest levels and are doing fantastic things. No doubt, studying in the Netherlands gives the needed boost to individuals who wish to take their careers to the next level.”

Each year, students from Nigeria study in the Netherlands, joining close to 90,000 international students from Germany, China, Belgium, Italy and Spain, and other international students from over 190 countries.

http://www.jalupon.com/first-study-in-holland-fair-holds-in-lagos/

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8 reasons to study in Holland

Why should you study in Holland?

Did you know that 1 in 10 students in Holland is an international student? Holland has more than 90,000 international students and that number is increasing every year. So why should you study in Holland?

1. There are 2,100 + programmes in English

Dutch universities offer the largest number of English-taught programmes in continental Europe. Also, 95% of the Dutch speak English, so it’s easy to communicate in daily life.

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2. Get high quality education and value for your money

The quality of Dutch institutions is well-recognised. The tuition fees and cost of living are considerably lower than in English-speaking countries.

Also, there are lots of scholarship opportunities.

3. Be part of an international community

Holland’s many international students come from 190 different countries. Dutch society is strongly connected to other cultures, the business community and the world. The Dutch are open-minded and direct, so it is easy to meet them and exchange ideas.

4. Develop valuable skills and be more successful

The Dutch teaching style is interactive and student-centred. Studying in Holland means developing your own opinion, an open mind and increasing your international orientation. You will develop valuable skills such as analysing, solving practical problems and creative thinking.

5. Live in one of the safest and happiest countries in the world

Holland is one of the safest countries in the world, according to the 2016 Global Peace index and belongs to the top 10 happiest countries in the world. Read more about the good Dutch standard of living in the OECD’s Better Life Index.

6. Have the rest of Europe at your doorstep

An international trip is just around the corner. In just three hours you can be in Paris. London and Berlin are just a five or six hour train ride away. Holland is the gateway to Europe!

7. Get plenty of international career opportunities

Holland is the 17th largest economy in the world. Some of the world’s biggest multinationals, including Philips, Heineken, KLM, Shell, ING and Unilever, are Dutch. Holland is a world leader in many areas of expertise, including agriculture, water management, art & design, logistics and sustainable energy.

8. Start a career in Holland after graduation

The Dutch government wants to attract knowledge and retain talent. International graduates can therefore apply for a residence permit of one year to find a job, or start a business within three years of graduation. For more info on this orientation year as well as tips on how to find a job go to the career in Holland website and join our Holland Alumni network to increase your chances on the job market.

https://www.studyinholland.nl/about-holland/8-reasons-to-study-in-holland

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Alumni Urge Nigerians To Study In Holland

The study in Holland Fair will be a platform for intending students to meet one-on -one with the representatives of institutions of their choices.

Segun Olukoya, the coordinator of The Netherlands Alumni Association of Nigeria (NAAN) has urged Nigerians to attend the Study in Holland Fair scheduled to hold at the Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos on Saturday, 10th June 2017 from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.

Commenting on the education fair, Olukoya said the study in Holland Fair is a great platform for intending international education seekers to meet one-on -one with the representatives of institutions of their choices.

“The education fair is designed to ensure that Nigerians seeking international undergraduate, postgraduate and/or professional education courses in Holland get direct advice on the opportunities available to them for study in Europe’s foremost knowledge centre.”

http://www.jalupon.com/alumni-urge-nigerians-study-holland/

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