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Melekcan Çeşmebaşı

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Melekcan is an AUAS exchange student from Turkey. Here he shares some of his background and experience of AUAS life.

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Melekcan shares his AUAS experience

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<p><b>Let’s start with some background. Where are you from? What were you studies and hobbies before coming to the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS)?</b></p>

<p>I'm Melekcan. I was born and raised in Istanbul, Turkey. While doing a double major in Aviation Management and Business Administration at Özyeğin University, I had the chance to study <a href="https://cms-prd.cms.hva.nl/site/en/api/study/education/exchange/technology/honours-programme-aviation-management">Aviation Management</a> at the AUAS for a semester as part of the Erasmus+ exchange programme.</p>
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<p><b>What do you prioritise most in your life? What are you passionate about?</b></p>

<p>I prioritise being happy, happiness for myself and my family. I am highly motivated to do what is necessary to ensure this.</p>

<p><b>What tips do you have for someone settling into life in Amsterdam?</b></p>

<p>If anyone else were to experience my 6-month adventure in Amsterdam, I would say:</p>

<p>The weather isn't too cold after April, so don't hesitate to bring summer clothes.&nbsp;Get a good workout before you come, sometimes you may have to ride your bike a lot. If you are going to travel long distances every day, renting an electric bike will be a logical and enjoyable choice.</p>

<p>If you are considering getting a job, it is essential that you know Dutch. Just because everyone speaks English, this is not enough for getting a good job. You still have a few options, but only at the lower-level.&nbsp;If you have the time, definitely take a course at CREA.</p>

<p><b>What do you think you will remember the most about your time as a student at the AUAS?</b></p>

<p>I will miss my studies at the Jakoba Mulderhuis. It was one of the places where I studied most peacefully. Compared to Amsterdam's crowds and hustle and bustle, the school was very quiet. I needed this, and I loved it. I will also miss the friends I met in the courses I attended at CREA. We made great memories together.</p>

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