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