Hey guys I am interested in doing International Law as my bachelor and I have applied to both University of Groningen and Maastricht. However I don't know which one should I choose if I will get accepted into both. In the rankings I've seen Groningen being placed higher but I have heard that people reccomending Maastricht more. My main criteria is definetly the ability to get into EU or UN organisations after uni as this is a path that interests me the most. However it is also important for me to find an accomodation which won't be super expensive. I will love to hear your opinion on which uni should I choose.

[Edited by AntoniSl on Feb 05, 2023]

Hello! I can give you some insight regarding University of Groningen, as I am a second year LLB student there. Regarding your first concern, there are indeed graduates that go on to work in UN and EU organizations. The teaching methods and style actually prepare you for such jobs, as everything is applied on real life-based scenarios and it's focused on the European/international perspective over legal systems. As a student, I found it very useful to have a combination of lectures and working groups, where you basically apply the material on cases and discuss everything with the working group teacher and classmates (it is a very interactive way of learning). This ensures that once you apply for a job, you actually know how to apply the knowledge that was taught to you. When it comes to accommodation, there are a couple of options, depending on your budget. SSH is a more convenient option 
for the first year, or you can opt for a room in a shared house (but then you have to look for a private landlord usually on Facebook groups - make sure you pay attention to scammers). Although finding accommodation is a process that requires time and energy, if you start early then you should be able to find something that meets your requirements. 
I am very pleased with this University and I am really happy it was my choice for study. Good luck!