In this episode, we talk about student associations: what they are, why they matter, and how they can shape your university experience beyond the classroom. From making friends and building a social life, to developing soft skills, expanding your network, strengthening your CV, and even joining a board, this episode gives you a practical look at what student associations can offer.

We also sit down with Tonia, who shares her own experience of joining a student association, what she learned from it, and how it helped her grow both personally and professionally.

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0:00 — Introduction
0:40 — What is Study Portals?
1:20 — What are student associations?
2:46 — The social benefits of joining a student association
4:05 — Guest interview: Tonia’s story
6:52 — Soft skills & career benefits
10:29 — Networking & making connections
12:53 — Building your CV through student associations
15:03 — What you actually learn on a board
15:47 — How to join a student association board

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In this episode, we sit down with Amelie, a psychology graduate who completed an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's in Global Minds — studying across Portugal and Ireland, interning in Mexico, and now working in EU education programs in Brussels. She shares her honest, unfiltered story: from discovering Erasmus Mundus during her exchange semester in Prague, to navigating visa chaos and housing searches across four countries, to learning that moving every few months is as draining as it is rewarding. She also breaks down scholarships, tuition fees, and how to find the right Erasmus Mundus program for you.🎓 Find your perfect study program for free:👉 bachelorsportal.com https://bachelorsport.al/gLJ37iOc0W4-bp👉 mastersportal.com https://mastersport.al/gLJ37iOc0W4-mp👉 phdportal.com https://phdport.al/gLJ37iOc0W4-phd🔍 Browse all Erasmus Mundus programs: https://www.mastersportal.com/search/master/erasmus-mundus💰 Win €10,000 with the Study Portals Scholarship, deadline June 1st: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/studyportals-scholarship/🤖 Try AI Advisor Sophia for all your study abroad questions: https://studyportals.com/meet-ai-student-advisor/💬 Drop your questions in the comments!0:00 — What if Erasmus is more than one semester abroad?0:28 — All the Erasmus opportunities you didn't know existed0:48 — Welcome to the Study Portals Podcast1:35 — Erasmus Exchange Semester — the classic2:01 — Erasmus+ Traineeships — intern abroad while studying2:41 — International Mobility — Erasmus outside Europe3:12 — Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters — study across multiple countries3:40 — Erasmus+ Youth Exchanges — short-term international experience4:12 — European Solidarity Corps — volunteer abroad on a grant4:44 — DiscoverEU — win an Interrail pass at 185:17 — Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs — shadow a founder abroad6:44 — Meet Amelie: Global Minds alumna from Germany7:35 — "I never want to go back" — how she discovered Erasmus Mundus in Prague8:45 — Portugal, Ireland, Mexico — her four-country journey9:31 — Grading systems: what even is an 18?10:35 — Favorite project: community psychology in Limerick12:13 — The hardest part: always preparing to leave before you've arrived13:16 — Tuition fees across multiple universities — how it actually works14:05 — Scholarships: full, partial, and how competitive they are16:11 — Internship in Mexico — a German government traineeship17:08 — Language barriers across Portuguese, English & Spanish18:20 — Career after Erasmus Mundus: why the brand name opens doors20:19 — Final advice: check the catalog early, connect with alumni, just apply22:35 — Outro#ErasmusMundus #StudyAbroad #StudyPortals #ErasmusPlus #InternationalStudent #MastersAbroad #GlobalMinds #ErasmusOpportunities #EUScholarship #StudentLife #StudyInEurope #InternshipAbroad #HigherEducation #StudentPodcast #ErasmusExperience #CareerAdvice #StudyPortalsPodcast #PsychologyMasters #EuropeanStudents #UniversityLife

In this episode, we sit down with Alexandra, a Marketing Management student at a Dutch university and current intern at Study Portals. She shares her honest, unfiltered story: from never leaving Romania before moving abroad, to organizing music events in Bali, to learning that B2B marketing is anything but boring. She recounts her international internship experience in Bali, offering valuable career advice for fellow students. 🎓 Find your perfect study program for free:👉 bachelorsportal.com https://bachelorsport.al/c3apykd3R7I 👉 mastersportal.com https://mastersport.al/c3apykd3R7I-mp 👉 phdportal.com https://phdport.al/c3apykd3R7I-phd 💰 Win €10,000 with the Study Portals Scholarship, deadline June 1st: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/studyportals-scholarship/ 🤖 Try AI Advisor Sophia for all your study abroad questions: https://studyportals.com/meet-ai-student-advisor/💬 Drop your questions in the comments!0:29 — Welcome & intro to Study Portals1:50 — What personality do you need to thrive in Marketing Management?2:56 — Alexandra's background: economics high school in Romania3:56 — "I found this university on Instagram" — the honest answer6:15 — Culture shock & navigating group work with different nationalities8:34 — Group projects: the backbone of Marketing Management11:43 — Internship in Bali — organizing a music event for a tourism company12:01 — "I like this internship more than Bali" — why B2B marketing surprised her15:14 — Peers interning at L'Oréal, Netflix & Google17:15 — Final advice: Just do itMarketingManagement #StudyAbroad #StudyPortals #StudentLife #MarketingCareer #StudyInNetherlands #InternshipAbroad #Bali #B2BMarketing #StudyPortalsPodcast #StudyingAbroad #MarketingStudent #InternationalStudent #RomanianStudent #EventManagement #CareerAdvice #HigherEducation #UniversityLife #MarketingTips #StudentPodcast

Max moved from the US to the Netherlands, originally for love, and ended up studying International Business at Fontys University of Applied Sciences in Eindhoven. In this episode, we talk about how to choose a study when you have no idea what you want, what IB students actually do, life on a Dutch campus, and where this degree can take you.🎓 Find your perfect study program for free:👉 bachelorsportal.com https://bachelorsport.al/c3apykd3R7I👉 mastersportal.com https://mastersport.al/c3apykd3R7I-mp 👉 phdportal.com https://phdport.al/c3apykd3R7I-phd💰 Win €10,000 with the Study Portals Scholarship, deadline June 1st: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarship🤖 Try AI Advisor Sophia for all your study abroad questions: https://studyportals.com/meet-ai-student-advisor/💬 Drop your questions in the comments!0:00 — Highlights intro0:26 — Welcome & what is Study Portals0:48 — Meet Max — NJ to the Netherlands1:02 — Study Portals sponsor mention1:52 — Interview starts1:58 — Max introduces himself2:40 — Why he moved (for love!) & chose IB3:37 — How to choose a study when you don't know what you want3:52 — Focusing on strengths, not pressure5:17 — What IB lectures are actually like6:05 — Is IB good for introverts?7:11 — Personality traits for IB — being a leader7:23 — Group projects & the China minor (2 weeks in Shanghai)9:48 — Multicultural teamwork challenges10:28 — What is an applied sciences university?11:15 — How graduation works at Fontys12:34 — Max's internship at Study Portals (HR & talent acquisition)13:30 — Daily tasks at the internship13:42 — What a normal student day looks like15:06 — Campus life & social scene15:26 — "There's a bar on your campus?!"16:26 — Career paths after IB17:05 — Max's future plans18:43 — One piece of advice for studying abroad#InternationalBusiness #StudyAbroad #StudentLife

From late nights browsing Mastersportal.com in El Salvador to walking the halls of one of Europe's top universities: Pamela's journey to Trinity College Dublin took 9 years.She shares every step: choosing International Relations & Peace Studies, funding her master's with scholarships and a study loan, navigating life as an international student in Ireland, and her advice for anyone dreaming of studying abroad.💰 Win a €10,000 scholarship to support your studies abroadApply now: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarship🔍 Explore Studyportals:🎓 Bachelor's programs → https://www.bachelorsportal.com🎓 Master's programs → https://www.mastersportal.com🎓 PhD programs → https://www.phdportal.com🤖 Sophia AI Study Assistant → https://www.sophia.study💬 Drop your questions in the comments, Pamela will answer!0:00 — Introduction & Pamela's story teaser0:16 — Welcome to the Study Portals Podcast0:28 — Who is Pamela? From El Salvador to Trinity College Dublin2:54 — Overview of what we'll cover today3:52 — Growing up in El Salvador & why Pamela chose International Relations5:35 — Bachelor's years: studying politics, law & conflict management9:18 — Deciding to study abroad & searching on Mastersportal.com12:08 — Getting accepted to Trinity College Dublin (€18,000 tuition reality check)13:20 — Funding strategy: scholarships, study loans & the Study Portals €10K scholarship18:51 — The moment Pamela found out she won the scholarship (live reaction!)21:59 — Packing up & flying to Dublin22:12 — First days in Ireland: adjusting to a new country & culture28:09 — Inside the Peace Studies Master's program at Trinity College Dublin32:43 — Career aspirations: UN volunteer, jobs in Latin America & stay-back visa35:47 — Pamela's advice for anyone dreaming of studying abroad#StudyAbroad #MastersDegree #TrinityCollegeDublin #Scholarship #InternationalStudent #PeaceStudies #StudyPortals #ElSalvador #StudyInIreland #studentstory

What does it look like to study engineering across three different countries? In this episode, we sit down with Alicia, an Italian energy engineer who completed her bachelor's at Politecnico di Torino and then pursued a double-degree master's in Energy for Smart Cities — spending one year in Stockholm, Sweden and one year in Barcelona, Spain through the EIT program.We cover:✅ How Alicia discovered the EIT Energy master's program (and the butterfly effect behind it)✅ Italy vs. Sweden vs. Spain — how engineering education systems really compare✅ Project-based learning in Sweden vs. hands-on prototyping in Spain vs. theory-heavy study in Italy✅ How to choose the right engineering degree and master's program abroad✅ Why energy engineering aligns with sustainability and climate goals✅ Honest advice for students considering engineering — even if math isn't your favorite subjectWhether you're exploring international master's programs in Europe, curious about energy engineering, or looking for a real student story to guide your study abroad decision — this episode is for you.🎓 Find your study abroad program for free:👉 Bachelor's: https://www.bachelorportal.com👉 Master's: https://www.masterportal.com👉 PhD: https://www.phdportal.com💰 Apply for the Study Portals Scholarship — €10,000 grant:👉 https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/studyportals-scholarship/🤖 Ask our AI advisor Sophia about studying abroad:👉https://studyportals.com/meet-ai-student-advisor/📌 Chapters:0:00 International Student Journey – Energy Engineering Abroad1:21 What is Study Portals? Find Study Abroad Programs for Free1:59 Study Portals Scholarship – €10,000 Grant for International Students2:21 Meet Alicia – Italian Engineer Studying in Sweden & Spain4:30 Italy vs Sweden vs Spain – Engineering Education Systems Compared8:25 Real Engineering Projects – Smart Cities, Power Grids & Prototyping13:14 How to Choose an Engineering Degree & Master's Program Abroad17:45 Should You Study Engineering? Honest Advice for Future Engineers22:14 Subscribe for More Study Abroad Tips & Student StoriesStudyAbroad #EnergyEngineering #InternationalStudent #MasterAbroad #EITEnergy #SmartCities #StudyInEurope #StudyInSweden #StudyInSpain #EngineeringStudent #StudyPortals #StudyAbroadPodcast #EuropeanMasters #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy

Thinking about studying abroad and wondering what international student life is really like? 🌍🎓In this episode, we talk honestly about the real study abroad experience — from the excitement of moving to a new country to dealing with homesickness, bureaucracy, budgeting, loneliness, and personal growth.We sit down with Luisa, an Italian student who moved to the Netherlands, to share what it’s actually like to study abroad as an international student. From the first semester struggles to making friends, managing academics, and building a life in a new country, this episode is full of practical study abroad tips for students preparing to move overseas.If you're asking yourself questions like “What is it really like to study abroad?”, “How do international students make friends?”, “How do you deal with homesickness while studying abroad?”, or “How do I prepare for student life in another country?” — this episode is for you.In this episode, we cover:🎓 What studying abroad is really like as an international student🌍 The difference between Erasmus and doing a full degree abroad🤖 How Studyportals helps students find degrees, scholarships, and support💰 How to apply for the €10,000 Studyportals Scholarship🏠 How to deal with homesickness, loneliness, and culture shock abroad📄 How to manage paperwork, deadlines, and student bureaucracy📚 Study tips for international students and how to understand your learning style👯 How to make friends abroad and build a support system💸 Budgeting advice and student finance lessons🗣️ Why learning the local language early makes studying abroad easierExplore Studyportals:Bachelorsportal: https://www.bachelorsportal.comMastersportal: https://www.mastersportal.comPhDportal: https://www.phdportal.comSophia AI Assistant: https://www.sophia.studyFollow Studyportals on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studyportalsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@studyportals.com💰 Win a €10,000 scholarship to support your studies abroadApply now through the Studyportals Scholarship:https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarshipTimestamps:00:00 What is it really like to study abroad?00:16 What is the Studyportals Podcast?00:32 What is Studyportals and how can it help international students?00:50 How does the Sophia AI Advisor help students choose a degree abroad?01:10 How can you apply for the €10,000 Studyportals Scholarship?01:23 Erasmus vs full degree abroad: what’s the difference?01:39 What is it like to study in the Netherlands as an international student?02:02 First semester abroad: exciting, overwhelming, and emotionally intense02:39 How do you deal with bureaucracy and adulting when studying abroad?03:05 How can international students stay on top of paperwork and deadlines?03:32 Missing student finance: a lesson every international student should hear04:04 Does studying abroad get easier with time?04:41 When do you finally start feeling proud of yourself abroad?05:20 Should you give studying abroad one full semester before quitting?05:41 How do you survive your first winter abroad and seasonal depression?06:21 How can you recreate home routines and traditions while studying abroad?06:41 How do you build a life in your new city instead of wanting to escape?07:04 How do you learn to take care of yourself when living abroad?07:24 How do international students make friends abroad?07:59 How does studying abroad change your identity and mindset?08:39 What happens when the excitement of studying abroad wears off?09:35 How do you get comfortable being alone while living abroad?09:55 How should international students study based on their learning style?10:27 Why are study groups so helpful for students abroad?11:03 How can Google Calendar help students manage time better?11:59 How do you budget your money as an international student?12:20 Why should you learn the local language early when moving abroad?

Studying abroad sounds expensive… but what if you could do it for FREE? 💰🌍 In this episode, we break down the world’s most powerful scholarships and how you can actually win them from motivational letter tips to real student experiences 🎙️✨🇺🇸 Fulbright US Student Program: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/1740/fulbright-us-student-program.html🇬🇧 Chevening Scholarships: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/1245/chevening-scholarships.html🇪🇺 Erasmus+: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/1050/erasmus.html🇩🇪 DAAD Scholarships: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/1046/daad-scholarships.html🌍 Commonwealth Scholarships: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/1026/commonwealth-scholarships.html🎓 Rhodes Scholarships at University of Oxford: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/1025/rhodes-scholarships-at-university-of-oxford.html🇫🇷 Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme: https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarships/1032/eiffel-excellence-scholarship-programme.html In this episode, we cover:🎓 The most popular fully funded scholarships worldwide📄 How to apply for scholarships step by step✍️ How to write a winning motivation letter with expert insights🎤 What scholarship committees actually look for🧠 Common mistakes during interviews and how to avoid them🏆 A real scholarship winner story🔎 How to find scholarships using Studyportals💸 Government funding and country-based student finance options Whether you're just starting to explore studying abroad or already applying, this episode gives you practical tools to fund your education. Explore Studyportals:Bachelorsportal: https://www.bachelorsportal.comMastersportal: https://www.mastersportal.comPhDportal: https://www.phdportal.comSophia AI Assistant: https://www.sophia.study Follow Studyportals on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studyportalsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@studyportals.com 💰 Win a €10,000 scholarship to support your studies abroadApply now through the Studyportals Scholarship:https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarship In this episode, we cover:00:00 How to study abroad for free with scholarships00:42 What is Studyportals and how can it help students study abroad?01:35 What are the most popular scholarships for international students?02:18 How can you apply for the €10,000 Studyportals Scholarship?02:56 What can you learn from a real scholarship winner story?06:08 How do you write a strong scholarship motivation letter?07:13 What scholarship interview mistakes should you avoid?07:53 What should you include in your motivation letter?13:25 How can you find scholarships using Studyportals?13:40 What government student finance options are available?13:45 What country-funded scholarship programmes should you know?15:00 Final tips to fund your studies abroad If you're planning to study abroad but worried about costs, this episode is for you. If you liked this episode, please like and leave your comment 🧡

Not sure which engineering degree is right for you? ⚙️🌍In this episode, we take you inside what it’s actually like to study engineering — from choosing the right specialisation to understanding real career paths 🎙️✨We sit down with Ivan, who went from a Bachelor’s in Energy Engineering to a Master’s in Sustainable Nuclear Energy, to break down the reality behind the degree: courses, projects, student life, and what happens after graduation.If you're confused about which engineering path to choose, this episode will give you the clarity you need 👇In this episode, we cover:🎓 What studying engineering is really like (beyond the stereotypes)⚡ How to choose between different engineering fields📚 What you actually study in Energy Engineering🏫 Student life at Politecnico di Torino🔬 What a Master’s in Sustainable Nuclear Energy looks like🚀 Career paths after engineering (including PhDs)💡 Practical advice for future engineering studentsExplore Studyportals:Bachelorsportal: https://www.bachelorsportal.comMastersportal: https://www.mastersportal.comPhDportal: https://www.phdportal.comSophia AI Assistant: https://www.sophia.studyFollow Studyportals on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studyportalsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@studyportals.com💰 Win a €10,000 scholarship to support your studies abroadApply now through the Studyportals Scholarship:https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarshipIn this episode, we cover:00:00 What is it like to study engineering?00:16 Who is Ivan and what is Energy Engineering?00:30 What is the Studyportals Podcast?01:18 How can you apply for the €10,000 Studyportals Scholarship?01:50 Who is Ivan? Student journey explained02:14 How do you choose the right engineering degree?03:42 Why choose a Master’s in Sustainable Nuclear Energy?05:05 What do you study in an Energy Engineering bachelor?09:55 What is student life like at Politecnico di Torino?12:06 What is a Master’s in Sustainable Nuclear Energy like?17:10 What careers can you pursue after engineering?20:15 Where can you find PhD opportunities abroad?21:00 What advice should you follow before choosing engineering?If you're thinking about studying engineering but don’t know where to start, this episode is for you.If you liked this episode, please like and leave your comment 🧡

Cambridge feels like a dream, but can you actually get in?Marian Chen did, and in this episode she shares her secrets: from the application to what really matters in your motivation letter 🎙️✨In this episode Cambridge graduate breaks down:🎓 What it’s really like to apply to Cambridge📄 How to prepare a strong academic transcript✍️ Tips for writing a winning motivation letter🎤 What happens during the Cambridge interview process🧠 Insights into studying Machine Learning at Cambridge🏫 Student life and social experience at Cambridge🌍 The UK visa process for international students💼 How to find a job in the UK after graduating🚀 Practical advice for international students applying to CambridgeWhether you're applying to Cambridge, Oxford, or other top universities in the UK, this episode gives you real, practical advice from someone who’s been through it.Explore Studyportals:Bachelorsportal: https://www.bachelorsportal.comMastersportal: https://www.mastersportal.comPhDportal: https://www.phdportal.comSophia AI Assistant: https://www.sophia.studyFollow Studyportals on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studyportalsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@studyportals.com💰 Win a €10,000 scholarship to support your studies abroadApply now through the Studyportals Scholarship:https://www.mastersportal.com/scholarshipIn this episode, we cover:00:00 What is it really like to apply to Cambridge as a student?00:43 What is the Studyportals Podcast and who is it for?00:56 What is Studyportals and how does it help students study abroad?01:25 How can you win the €10,000 Studyportals Scholarship?01:51 Who is Marian Chen and what is her Cambridge background?04:34 Should you only apply to Cambridge or consider other universities too?05:45 What is it like to study Machine Learning at Cambridge?07:45 What is student life like at Cambridge University?08:50 What are the most exciting courses or projects at Cambridge?10:12 What is the Cambridge application process step by step?10:50 How do you prepare a strong academic transcript for Cambridge?13:20 How do you write a strong motivation letter for top universities?13:50 What should you include in a Cambridge motivational letter?14:15 How does an EPFL motivational letter differ from Cambridge?16:25 What happens during the Cambridge interview process?18:50 How does the UK student visa process work for international students?20:40 How can international graduates find a job in the UK after studying?24:15 What advice do international students need before applying to Cambridge?26:40 Final thoughts: is Cambridge worth it and should you apply?If you're planning to study abroad in the UK or want to get into Cambridge, this episode is for you.If you like this episode, please like and leave your comment 🧡