Study Abroad Podcast

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 dow...

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 sear...

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 care...

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:👉 bachelorspo...

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 anyon...

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...

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 ac...

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.mast...

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, st...

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 duri...

Are you trying to choose the  right master’s degree to study abroad ? 🎓🌍 Not sure which  Master’s programs are most popular worldwide  or how to decide which one fits your  career goals, interests, and future job opportunities ? Choosing the right  Master’s degree abroad  can shape your career path, skills, and global opportunities. With thousands of programs available, it can be difficult to kn...

Are you trying to decide between a Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Computer Science master’s degree? 🤖💻📊Not sure which tech degree is the right fit for your skills and career goals? Choosing the right master’s in tech can shape your career opportunities, skills, and future job prospects in fields like machine learning, software engineering, analytics, and AI.In this episode of the Stu...

Are you wondering which country is best for a master’s degree abroad in 2026? 🌍 Not sure how to choose where to study your master’s internationally?   Choosing the right study destination can shape your career opportunities, budget, lifestyle, and future job prospects .   In this episode of the Studyportals Podcast , we break down: 🎓 The top countries to study a master’s abroad in 2026 📊 Latest...

Do you know the “Dutch Neeewz” superstar, Matheus Santana?  Before becoming an influencer in the Netherlands, he first arrived here as an international student.   We discuss:  🇧🇷➡️🇳🇱 From Brazil to the Netherlands: Matheus’ international student journey 🎓 The reality of studying abroad in 2026 (workload, stress & expectations) 🤝 Making friends, handling homesickness & overcoming language...