Positive Psychology Winter Program

I had such a great experience studying online with Elke. It was such a beautifully constructed, engaging course that really did utilise an awesome method of study that was mainly based around collaboration and discussion. I could not recommend this course more!

The Positive Psychology unit was incredibly insightful and important. I feel it's a unit everyone should undertake because it's one that has the potential to make life so much better. The learnings go far beyond academic, they're important for anyone wanting to feel better, have more purposeful goals and feel enriched and empowered to improve their mental health. I feel incredibly lucky to have been part of this course and have used many of the learnings in my personal and professional life already. Positive psychology is a powerful and real science that has the capacity to truly enhance happiness. I had no idea just how important this unit was going to be for me and my family.

This programme exceeded all of my expectations and I couldn’t recommend it highly enough. Despite the cold that I’ve never felt before back home in Australia, the city itself felt like home away from homde. I met the most incredible people, both inside and outside of my programme. I experienced many things; amazing food, cold park walks and deep connections with many people. I’ve made long life friends and learnt many things about the history of Maastricht, my course (Positive Psychology) in myself. This is a programme that will change your life and a part of your life you’ll look back on and cherish forever.

Being my first overseas trip, I couldn't of imagined a more perfect location to begin my travels in than Maastricht, The Netherlands. Upon arrival, I found myself in awe of the beauty of the old buildings and cobblestone streets, and the refreshing chill in the air. The people were all so friendly, and helpful to say the least! Positive Psychology is something that is not heavily covered in Australia, so to learn such a thing in another country is a whole new experience. I was able to tiny amount of Dutch, and only wish I was there for longer! The three weeks fly by so quickly, with the weekend trips and due dates to think about. If anyone asked me whether I would recommend them to undertake an overseas study program, even a short one like this summer school program, I would say yes! Go out there and see the world, take in the sights, learn about Maastricht and eat all the Vlaai you can (something you won't know until you go on this trip).

From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted and always welcomed as any other student. The housing was typical student housing, but you spend barely any time in your room to warrant that being a concern. I made so many lifelong friends and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to study abroad. The education was second to none, with knowledgable and passionate teachers leading the way, there was no excuse for us to have anything but an overwhelmingly excellent time. The centre for European studies provided us with all of the emotional support we could have required and then some. Always checking in to ensure we weren't too homesick. This experience helped me to flourish emotionally, professionally, academically and socially. Love, love, love.