Meet Emre, a master’s student in Public Affairs and Democracy who just took a huge step—moving to Germany! With only a week in the country, he shares his first impressions, the ups and downs of the visa process, and what drew him to Leuphana University. We also chat about his Erasmus experience in Budapest, his love for basketball and podcasting, and his dreams for the future. If you’re thinking about studying in Germany, especially as a student from Turkey, Emre’s story is full of insights, laughs, and heartfelt advice. Tune in for an inspiring and honest conversation about starting fresh in a new country!
Episode timeline
00:01 – Intro
00:50 – Emre’s introduction & first impressions of Germany
03:00 – The challenges and surprises of moving abroad
05:15 – The visa process: struggles, doubts & final approval
09:30 – Choosing Leuphana: Why Germany & the academic journey
13:45 – Comparing studies in Germany & Turkey
16:20 – Erasmus in Budapest: How it shaped Emre’s decision
19:00 – Basketball & podcasting: Emre’s passion projects
22:30 – Learning German: Expectations vs. reality
25:10 – Adjusting to life in Germany: Tips for international students
29:30 – Final advice & reflections
30:30 – Outro
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