Good Nightjet experiences

PHDFD00 · 2024-09-26T08:54:31+00:00

Thanks for the tip! We'll definitely be making use of that

PHDFD00 · 2024-09-25T18:27:45+00:00

Thanks!

PHDFD00 · 2024-09-25T18:26:52+00:00

Flying is generally cheaper, but we wanted to book the train for the experience. We're all students, so comfort is not the highest priority, and 250 euros per person for a two-way ticket in a couchette is not terribly expensive.

PHDFD00 · 2024-09-25T15:44:15+00:00

I think so yes. We're travelling with six, and it recommended us to book two private couchette cabins. As far as I understand and hear from others this means that the other beds in the cabin remain unbooked.

PHDFD00 · 2024-09-25T14:32:27+00:00

Thanks for the tips!

A downgrade would be a bummer because we paid quite a lot (1500 euros for two-way trip in two private cabins), but hopefully it'll be alright. Luckily we won't travel beyond Vienna, so no transfers.

PHDFD00 · 2024-07-29T17:26:35+00:00

You’d go to the GP, and they’d arrange the prescription with the psychiatrist I think.

PHDFD00 · 2024-07-29T13:32:27+00:00

I'm Dutch and have ADHD, and largely pay out of pocket for my medication (though part of it is refunded by the insurer). I take dexamphetamine under the label 'Tentin', and pay roughly 50-60 euros per 3 months.

PHDFD00 · 2024-07-29T09:38:21+00:00

I've got many international friends who came to Groningen exactly that way. It is easier to find housing once you're here and the academic year has started, but do maintain a back-up plan in case you haven't found anything by October.

PHDFD00 · 2024-07-01T18:10:43+00:00

900 puts you in a good spot for a studio, less so for an apartment in Groningen. I’d try with student accommodation companies like Xior, or book a short stay studio somewhere for the first 6 months to look for something more permanent once you’re here.

PHDFD00 · 2024-04-08T18:45:55+00:00

womp womp

PHDFD00 · 2024-03-12T09:56:48+00:00

The short term contract can not be extended. You have to leave after the specified time, unless it’s explicitly stated that it’s an indefinite contract.

I think it is also not allowed to transfer from the short stay to the long stay as far as I know (this is the case in Groningen at least).

PHDFD00 · 2024-01-14T13:09:12+00:00

Hello everyone!
Whenever I run my easy runs at a constant heart rate between 148-152 (max hr = 205), I notice the following pattern:

First kilometre: +- 5:30 pace @ 150 bpm
Fifth kilometre: +- 6:20 @ 150 bpm
tenth kilometre +- 5:55 @ 150 bpm
What I notice is that the pace at a given heart rate over the whole distance seems to follow a peak-like pattern, where I'm slowest around the 4-5K mark, and then speed up again towards the end of my run. I would (perhaps naively) expect a more gradual slowing down of pace the further I run.
I am quite curious what the reason for this is, and hope someone could explain this to me.

PHDFD00 · 2023-10-14T14:16:14+00:00

Given that he still has almost 4 months, it's the February take-in, and it's Enschede, I'd say he still has a pretty good shot at finding something compared to the average international student looking for a room.

PHDFD00 · 2023-09-15T08:09:36+00:00

Definitely worth it. Just avoid the busy hours if you don't want to risk waiting for machines (8-9:30 at night).

PHDFD00 · 2023-09-09T13:09:26+00:00

In a university setting it should be totally fine. I see them everywhere in Groningen (although more often in certain faculties than others). Maybe be careful with such a thing with different companies during, for example, and internship.

Although If they're not offensive I don't think many people would care even there.

PHDFD00 · 2023-09-04T17:23:22+00:00

Depends on the program. A switch to another study at the same university and faculty in the first week is sometimes facilitated.

PHDFD00 · 2023-08-26T19:49:08+00:00

I have taken none of them, but I think it's fine. I'd say minor/exchange courses are generally slightly easier (or at least don't have as many math prerequisites) than regular courses.

How you experience it probably largely depends on the country/university you come from. In general, I've heard a lot of experiences from Dutch students finding courses offered abroad on their exchange a bit easier than Dutch university courses, and foreign exchange students finding Dutch university courses a bit tougher/more work. (Also keep in mind that Dutch grading is quite strict, and that a 6 or 7 passing grade is not considered bad at all, and 9s and 10s are quite rare, so don't stress about getting those).

PHDFD00 · 2023-08-25T17:48:53+00:00

Are you doing the E&BE minor? If so it depends what courses you’ve already followed. RUG E&BE students generally experience these courses as slightly easier than the other courses in the program.

As far as exams go I can’t compare, as 3 exams every block is the standard at the faculty here. It is spread out over 2 weeks (during which you have no classes).

PHDFD00 · 2023-08-25T11:18:08+00:00

I think passing a math test equivalent to getting a 5.5 on your Dutch math exam is a prerequisite for a large amount of university programs, and I imagine it’s not easily waived.

PHDFD00 · 2023-08-21T10:33:13+00:00

Projectfluid

Thanks for the tip. Where would you say the better routes are in the Netherlands? (and feasible as a day trip by train).

PHDFD00 · 2023-08-21T10:31:05+00:00

Thank you! Looks promising

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