Student life in Amsterdam 🌻 // Housing, dating, jobs, social life & more

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

I am thinking of making a 'student in Amsterdam' Q&A as it seems there are many questions that might be beneficial for more people! What do you all think? Feel free to DM them to me @camillaelizabeth or leave them under my comment in the channel's discussion section ✨ much love, Camilla Elizabeth

[@pauldunn1223]

Thank you, my daughter will be in Amsterdam for a month to research Fashion Design schools and I think your presentation will give her some needed information, I'll pass it along. Thank you and best wishes.

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

hello Paul, thank you for your comment! That's so great, glad it could be helpful and the best of luck to your daughter!

[@noellepe2543]

Thank you for the video, it was broad and informative at the same time. I'm planning on moving to Amsterdam to start at the UVA in September, I'm both nervous and excited!

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

Hi Noelle! Thank you for your sweet comment, I'm glad this was helpful ✨Congrats, how exciting! I am sure you will have such a great time living/studying in Ams 🌸 If you have any questions, feel free to DM me xx

[@jordannestephen8301]

Omg. Me too!! What are you studying?

[@snowsinoxolo2961]

@@jordannestephen8301 wow, I'm moving, going to UVA too... I'm so nervous, what are you studying?

[@jordannestephen8301]

@@snowsinoxolo2961 media and information!! What about you ? And haha same. I came early for a short course I’m doing so I’m already here. The city is amazing !! I’m sure you’ll love it.

[@snowsinoxolo2961]

@@jordannestephen8301 I'm coming in October for my PhD in environmental studies

[@mariadebake5483]

Learning the language of the country you live in is a sign of respect towards your host country and the people that live in it and are willing to receive you. By the way Amsterdam is not the same as the Netherlands. The atmosphere in Amsterdam can be great, I don't know, but it's definitly not a Dutch atmosphere. As for public transport: have you really not heard of the OV chipcard? No wonder you think it's expensive!

[@iiAngelic]

What town or city do you feel the Dutch atmosphere?

[@mariadebake5483]

@@iiAngelic Every town or city except Amsterdam. Most in Dutch small fishing towns and communities

[@fieliep1040]

@@mariadebake5483 dutch fishing towns are quite touristic though, I wouldn't even go there if you want true dutch experience

[@mariadebake5483]

@@fieliep1040 That's true. But it depends which one. But everything is better than Amsterdam

[@NH-ge4vz]

Amsterdam can be Dutch, you just don't know where to look ;)

[@hanna1333]

I'm moving to Ams in a year to study at Uva, I already checked a lot of housing websites and fb groups.. the prices are honestly enormous. On the other hand, the city is indeed amazing and easy to move around. However, moving an living there scares me so much (I'm from non-Englisch speaking country). Is there someone who is in a similar situation?

[@agatheklouman1007]

Loved the video! Also for housing I would add that facebook groups are really helpful to find apartments

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

Thanks Agathe! Oh absolutely, such good advice, thanks for sharing xx

[@faizatasnim2370]

Can you please add some fb group links?

[@laurinhaloveBTR]

Hi! Do you think its possible to work and study at The same time? Or would that be too difficult due to the load of study at uni? Thanks!

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

Hello Laura, thank you for your question! The workload is definitely not light but working alongside your studies, especially if with a part-time/flexible job, is most definitely possible. You might just need to be a little extra organized :) Hope this helps xx

[@martoanino]

I've just fell in love in 15 minutes

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

[@sabrineh2632]

Thanks for sharing your experience in Amsterdam 😇

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

✨💜

[@raindropmix8139]

thanks for the video! As a girl who wants do to masters in Amsterdam or Leiden Uni in European studies, i found this very very helpful! Now would you have any recommendations on where to look for english speaking jobs? thanks a lot

[@dutchyjhome]

Here is another Dutch Perspective for ya: you'll have to make a decision: Do you want to be entirely on your own, and maybe get to know a few other expats, then by all means stick to English. Do you want to mingle with the Dutch, get a good taste of True Dutch culture, and leave those other expats for what they are for a brief moment? By all means learn Dutch. Even though the vast majority of the Dutch population speaks more or less English, it really is Dutch which is the native language of The Netherlands. Dutch it is and Dutch it will be. To the Dutch it is like this: OK you speak English, so you do not take the trouble to learn Dutch, so you must be temporary here and you must be on your way out soon. We (The Dutch) lost interest in this person. Or: Hey well so nice of this foreigner to learn Dutch, he or she respects this country and its inhabitants and this person obviously wants to mingle with us: let's invite this person into our lives! English is a foreign language to us Dutchies it is a way to talk to strangers whom want to stay stranger, or maybe to a person who really want's to learn Dutch but just arrived... Let there be no misconception about this: English is to talk to strangers and Dutch among friends! This is The Netherlands after all and our language is Dutch and absolutely not English, although to strangers we will talk English. By choosing English as a language, you choose to stay a foreigner ! And so doors stay closed for you! Doors that will open for you when you speak Dutch ;-)

[@mariadebake5483]

You're quite right. There's nothing I hate more than hearing so many students/expats saying: No you don't have to learn Dutch! Everyone speaks English here! Imo it's so disrepectful and arrogant

[@dutchyjhome]

@@mariadebake5483 Exactly, and somebody is gotta tell them that they are wrongly and poorly informed. And that you will not be able to get away with it; just speaking English. Oh no, this county my dear expat and my dear foreign student is Nederland (The Netherlands) and one speaks Nederlands (Dutch). Just so you know ;-)

[@adhurimzhutaj6533]

Loved the video 🔥🔥 planing to apply

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

thank you for watching! And best of luck with your application!

[@annikafirli]

honestly i don’t even know if i can consider myself international or not. i am half italian and half dutch and i have always lived in italy but i do have a dutch passport so legally i am dutch. the problem is that i come from another country and i don’t know dutch (i am learning) so socially i am international

[@eyongprodencia1465]

Nice

[@gabrielazuntova8605]

also just a comment: if you have a contract with an employer (even for 0 hour), you need basic Dutch health insurance which is diff from a student one otherwise they will find you and fine you

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

super good advice for anyone moving to Amsterdam and planning to work! Thanks for sharing :)

[@EduLife40]

Hello Gabriela. Thanks so much for your information. I have been looking for insurance information to put my finances in order. Could you please tell me how much would it cost for Basic Dutch Health Insurance?

[@pratapgaikwad9165]

Your smile brought me here…amazing beauty of ur city…love from India ….❤️❤️

[@henokgd1562]

Nice video, really enjoyed it

[@emmanueljuliana9569]

This was really informative Thank you

[@tomisonoakinrimisi7032]

Hello is there a waiting list for The Student Hotel..or its just expensive but accommodation is guaranteed. Also if a student is actually unable to get a room ..what are the options is it possible to stay in different hostels every 3 months for like a year Thank you !

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

Hi Tomisono! The Student Hotel usually also has a waiting listing however, since it is indeed on the pricer side, you have a much higher chance of getting a room, even more because of the current situation. The most important thing with any housing/accommodation service that have lists, is to be put on it as early as possible. Hostels could be an option, but I would recommend looking into 'Room' and Facebook groups. Hope this helps!

[@tomisonoakinrimisi7032]

@@camillaelizabeth3655 Thank you!

[@emilyhotchner1843]

Thanks for sharing! really helpful ❤ Regarding the student housing I have several questions. For first year student housing, do you remember which budget category you chose so you get a studio? It says it is uncertain whether you will get private facilities, if you choose €500 - €600 category. Besides, will many rooms provided are far away from UvA campus? It says maximum 45 commuting time😂 scared Also, if I want to apply the unfirnished room for three years, who should I contacit with? Do I still need to follow the normal student housing application process? Sorry for so many questions（＞人＜；）It's like couldn't find any one talking about that... Your video really helps!

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

Hello Emily, sorry for my late reply and thank you for your comment :) I think I had chosen the 'most expensive' option because I wanted to opt for a self-contained studio. In my case I ended up with in fact a studio that I paid around 550/5570 EUR per month for, and it was in a pretty great location! I was in Amsterdam West, about 20/25 min by bike or tram. There are several options for UvA accommodation but never heard of it being a 45min commute (the furthest might be in Biljmer or Noord). For the unfurnished rooms, I am not 100% sure so I think it is best to call the Student/Education Desk of your faculty! Hope this helps, and let me know if I can help with anything else xx

[@malachai533]

Very informative video and very helpful, thanks a lot and good luck with your channel :)

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

I am glad you've found this helpful! & and thank you for your sweet comment xx

[@thomasrobertson2225]

Thanks to the author of the channel for this fascinating video! It is interesting to see how people live in other countries! It is very important to know foreign languages on such trips. I would like to recommend to all travelers a practical guide to learning foreign languages by Yuriy Ivantsiv " Polyglot Notes. Practical tips for learning foreign languages". This book contains a lot of useful tips on how to learn a foreign language for tourists, students, entrepreneurs and anyone who needs a foreign language in life. There are a lot of good tips on how to solve problems with the language from beginner to advanced level of language learning. It turns out that the traveler only needs to know a few dialogues and you can easily travel around the world! You don't have to spend a lot of time to fully learn a foreign language, you just need to learn what you can use when you travel. I wish everyone exciting travels!

[@diyasharda8986]

Hiii im thinking of applying to the University of Amsterdam next year. Are there any housing options that offer roommates because all the videos I have come across so far, have not mentioned the possibility of roommates? Thankyou!!

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

Hey! So this is my understanding: - private market/websites: when you rent you just rent for yourself - facebook groups are probably your best bet as there's often people posting rooms in already inhabited apartments!

[@luizasilveira2664]

im thinking of applying and im a bit scared about not making friends since i’ve been told there are little uni events to meet people. what was your experience? xx

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

Hi Luiza! I think that is a very valid concern you have, however, I really don't think it will be a problem at all! The city is filled with students (especially internationals) who will be in your same position, and wanting to make friends! I would definitely suggest attending the Introduction week (if your uni offers it), and joining any group chats :) At the end it is just about putting yourself out there! Anyway, finding friends is super exciting and definitely not as hard as you think xx hope it helps a bit!

[@gabrielazuntova8605]

i still

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

it's a love-hate relationship

[@pewduckpie5975]

Hi! What subjects would you recommend for college years? Help me please 😂

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

Hey there! Do you mean subjects to take in high school or courses in Uni?

[@pewduckpie5975]

@@camillaelizabeth3655 my aim is a dentist. So do you have specific courses/subjects for those who wanna become a dentist? I might shift there aft 10th (high school) or i might come there for my university education. Help me!

[@denysmalchevskyi]

Hi, great video. What are the most used dating apps in Amsterdam ?

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

Hello there, thanks for your comment! I would definitely say Bumble, Tinder and a bit of Hinge. But also some other non-conventional ones such as OkCupid :)

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[@dipakhazarika6911]

In which course did u study

[@camillaelizabeth3655]

I did a BSc in Political Science :))

[@iloveselenagomezyeah6486]

for everyone whos joining uni next year, look for uva.bios on instagram it really helped me to make friends and you can get into a lot of gc's and it makes it a lot easier to make friends