Part 4: Preparations
Besides the administration for the application and selection of the exchange, several steps have to be taken before you start your exchange. For more detailed information on the topics mentioned below, go to Safety, Insurance & Medical Services
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It is obligatory to register for a travel insurance provided by the TU Delft. Registration is free and done via Osiris under ‘Abroad’. This is not a full travel insurance, it is recommended to choose a personal travel insurance as well.
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When visiting an area denoted ‘orange’ by the Dutch Government, a Travel Safety Training is mandatory. The training is also free and very useful for students who go somewhere else.
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You have to check whether you need vaccinations at your destination yourself. If so, you can be vaccinated with a reduction of €50,- by the SGZ. To do so, fill in the ‘Vaccinations Form’, and have it signed by International Office ME. Check your own health insurances, some also provide this option.
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Check if your destination requires a visa. You can request a visa using the letter of acceptance of the host university. Be aware, this usually takes a long time.
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As you will not be using your OV-chipcard, you can get compensation for the public transport abroad. This is a fixed amount per month. The application is done via the website of DUO.
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Numerous scholarships are provided by the EU, the government, the TU Delft and private funds. Erasmus+ is available for exchanges inside Europe, while NL Scholarship and STIR are available for exchanges outside Europe.
Erasmus+
Once you have received the acceptance by your host university, you can sign the Erasmus + learning agreement.
Then after having it signed by the International office ME, you can send it to erasmusgrant@tudelft.nl at least six weeks before the start of the study abroad.NL Scholarship (formerly known as Holland Scholarship)
Please enroll in our Brightspace page "International Office ME" for more information about application procedures and deadlines.
Other scholarshipsHave a look at the ‘Funding & Scholarships’ page, at ScholarshipPortal and at WilWeg to see for which scholarships you qualify.
Questions? Contact International Office ME or come at the walk-in hours on Monday or Thursday between 12.30 – 13.30 hrs, at A-1.
Questions? Contact International Office ME or come at the walk-in hours.