NDHU → Universität Rostock

Hi, I'm Freddy

Exchange student at Universität Rostock, 2025–26.

Exchange guides, travel notes, and photos from the road.

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Rostock Neuer Markt square with historic red-brick Gothic city hall in winter

Is Rostock Worth It for Exchange? City Life & University Guide

Rostock is a quiet Baltic port city in northern Germany with one of Europe's oldest universities. Everything you need to know before your exchange semester.

May 7, 2026Read More →

German Reichstag dome and flag in Berlin

Exchange Tips8 min read

How to Apply for a German Student Visa from Taiwan: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

A complete guide to applying for a German national visa (Type D) from Taiwan — documents required, online application, submission at the German Institute Taipei (Deutsches Institut Taipei), and what to expect.

May 8, 2026Read More →

Rostock city hall and Neuer Markt square where the registration office is located

Exchange Tips5 min read

How to Register Your Address in Rostock as an Exchange Student (Anmeldung Guide)

One of the first things you need to do after arriving in Germany is register your address (Anmeldung). Here's a firsthand walkthrough of the process as an exchange student in Rostock.

May 8, 2026Read More →

Bank transfer receipt and Expatrio confirmation letter on a desk

Exchange Tips6 min read

Expatrio Global Package Guide: Blocked Account + Insurance for Your German Student Visa

A blocked account and health insurance are two essential documents for a German student visa. Here's a firsthand walkthrough of the Expatrio Global Package from a Taiwanese student's perspective.

May 8, 2026Read More →

Revolut card and mobile app on a desk

Exchange Tips6 min read

Using Revolut in Germany: Free Plan, Pros & Cons, and Practical Tips

Revolut's free plan offers mid-market exchange rates, free SEPA transfers, and a German IBAN — practical for exchange students living and traveling in Europe. Here's an honest breakdown of what it includes and where it falls short.

May 8, 2026Read More →

Deutsche Bahn ICE high-speed train at a German station platform

Exchange Tips8 min read

Deutsche Bahn Complete Guide: Train Types, Cheap Tickets, Monthly Pass & Delays

Train types, ticket inspection, cheap booking strategies, the Deutschlandticket, delay realities, and seat reservations — everything exchange students need to know about Deutsche Bahn.

May 9, 2026Read More →

Photography Portfolio

More of my photography, on my photography site

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