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hi! i am a filipino currently studying at aarhus, denmark. i saw that indi studied at aarhus last year. i just wanted to ask if you know any other filipino students here at aarhus?thanks!
By: nicole tan larsen on August 27, 2008
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none that i know of at the moment, nicole. will ask around
By: musanggala on August 27, 2008
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Hi… I have been admitted to the EMLE program, and currently I am looking for infos based on the previous students’ experiences…
I notice that you are satisfied with the EMLE program, and it contributed significantly to your academic development….
However, I heard some rumours that in another Erasmus Mundus Programme, the academic system, accreditation, and curriculum, have not been properly coordinated and established, so that one may have completed the studies, but the degrees are still pending due to technical matters…
Does EMLE have this similar problem, or such issues will not become any hinderance to my studies?
Thank you for your kind response!!!
By: Aji - INDONESIA on April 28, 2009
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Hi Aji,
Congratulations! I am excited for you. EMLE does not have the same problem. Maybe a month after my graduation (I didn’t attend the ceremonies as I was already back home at that time), I received through courier all 3 diplomas from my universities. EMLE is not a new programme thus, the system is more or less in place. Hope this helps!
Jill
By: jill on April 28, 2009
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Thank you for your swift response Jill.. I am very excited to participate in the program, and now I have no other doubts to pursue this degree….
Warm regards,
Aji
By: Aji on April 29, 2009
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Hi All…
Further to my questions above, again I would like to ask another one.. I hope you can help me..
1. Should we search for our accomodation or the program has made it available for us? I heard it is quite difficult to find a nice house in a fair price, since we will only stay in one country around 3-4 months,,, while good price is usually given to those who rent for a full year?
2. I plan to arrive in the Netherlands (my 1st term) 1 month prior to the commencement of my study, and then I plan to visit my relatives in German.. Do you think it’s going to be a problem, considering: EMLE said they are going to give me a visa for 6 months (for two terms study) -if I arrive 1 month earlier, that means my final month will not be covered-.. And is there any issues I must pay attention to?
Thank you very much for your kind response.. I truly appreciate it..
Cheers,
By: Aji on June 4, 2009
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Hi Aji!
It depends on which university you will be attending. Am not sure about Netherlands because i didn’t study there. Maybe you can e-mail us (pinoyerasmusmundus@gmail.com) which specific university/ city you will be attending and maybe, we have an alumnus/ alumnae who can answer your specific question. You may also include your specific programme.
Thanks!
By: Jill on June 15, 2009
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Hi current and former EM students,
Your website is very helpful for people like me who are considering applying for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship.
I am wondering if any of you know of a fellow student who pursued/are pursuing/will be pursuing either of the following:
1) a Joint European Master’s in International Humanitarian Action
OR
2) a European Master of Science in International Health
I would be very grateful if you could connect me with your friends/acquaintances who pursued any of these 2 programs. I am considering applying for year 2010 admission and would really love to to get some feedback on the above programs.
Thanks very much!
By: Ruth on August 8, 2009
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Hi Ruth,
We have an informal group of Filipino EM students and alumni. At least based on the group’s list, no one has pursued nor is pursuing any of the programs you mentioned above. But will try to ask non-Filipino EM students/ alumni who could help you.
Thanks and good luck!
By: Jill on August 10, 2009
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Hi Jill!
Advice even from non-Filipino EM students/alumni is most welcome. Thanks for your help!
Cheers
Ruth
By: Ruth on August 10, 2009
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Hi everyone! I’m doing SUFONAMA. I’m now in Denmark, at Copenhagen University. I spent my first year in the UK. This is my first post here.
By: Reymondo Caraan on August 24, 2009
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Hola! I’m JOff and i’m here in Spain. I will be starting my program European MAsters in Sustainable Regional HEalth Systems. Questions are most welcome. Regards to everyone!
By: Joffrey Quirng on September 6, 2009
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Hi!
I’m thinking of applying for the Global Studies or Public Policy program. Would you know if
1. you have a better chance of getting accepted if you only apply to one program?
2. are grades the main basis for getting a scholarship or does work experience matter more?
3. do you think those who have lived for a year (or a bit less) in europe in the last 5 years might have a lesser chance of getting a scholarship?
3. what is the average age of the students enrolled in Erasmus Mundus?
Any other advice as to how to successfully apply (esp. for a scholarship) to the Erasmus Program?
And also, those who ended up somehow studying in the most expensive countries in europe, are your allowances sufficient?
Cheers!
By: Anna on October 7, 2009
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hi anna!
i’ll try to answer your questions as best i can.
1. the consortia looking through the applications are independent from each other, so try to apply to the programs you are interested in. i think you can apply to three at most.
2. it’s really a combination of factors, including your references and intent.
3. as long as you are eligible, whether you have actually stayed in europe does not appear to be an issue.
4. that i do not know, but age really does not seem to matter much, from what i’ve seen.
just prepare your application carefully. the allowance is more than enough wherever you go.
all the best!
By: musanggala on October 7, 2009
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i think my question is: where do i start? i know already which master’s course i would like to take. but some of the requirements are quite tricky. one other question i have is: is it ok if i don’t get an english proficiency test since my bachelor degree was taught completely in Englishanyway?
By: Derek on October 29, 2009
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it is possible to get a certificate from your college/university stating that your course was taught in english, but it will be up to the consortium whether they will accept this or not. good luck!
By: pinoyerasmusmundus on November 7, 2009
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