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10 REASONS TO UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM
choose the UvA
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Insurance uva.nl/insurance A world-class education system, or you can explore the city by bike, discovering
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Partner overview uva.nl/worldmap Founded on a tradition of highly integrated academics, places where no cars, buses or trams can take you.

1
the University of Amsterdam enjoys a global reputation
for cutting-edge research, high-quality teaching and a The city as a campus
RANKINGS

2 01 9
UvA’s global network The UvA scores highly in international rankings. It is broad range of degree programmes. Our open, tolerant The UvA is comprised of four campuses nestled in
If you are interested in coming on exchange to ranked among the top 30 universities in Europe and and international academic tradition dates back to 1632, the city of Amsterdam. Classes are held in quaint old
study at the University of Amsterdam, there is the top 100 worldwide. and continues strongly today thanks to our thriving buildings or in new buildings with state-of-the-art study
one essential question you must answer before community of independent thinkers. Now, with more facilities and research labs. On our campuses, traditional

2 3
you begin: is there an exchange agreement with
my university? There is a good chance that your
university is already part of our network of over 330
partner universities worldwide. But the only way
that you can participate in our exchange programme
is if we have an official agreement with your home
university and if you have been nominated for an
than 31,000 students, we are considered one of the boundaries dissolve, students and researchers connect,
best research universities in the world. We strive for disciplines converge, and businesses, governments and
RANGE OF ENGLISH COURSES INTERNATIONAL CLASSROOM
Both Dutch and international The international composition and excellence in teaching and research, and are proud to knowledge institutions collaborate.
students enroll in, and therefore diversity of the student population (around offer you one of the largest selections of English-taught
benefit from, the large selection of 100 nationalities) offers a truly international programmes in continental Europe.
English-taught courses. study environment.
Coming on exchange

4 5 6 7
exchange programme by your home university. Your We participate in an extensive network of European and
first step in becoming an exchange student is to global partner universities to facilitate student exchanges
INTERNATIONAL HISTORY QUALITY OF PRACTICAL
check our digital world map at The UvA is and help you broaden your horizon. If you are an
RESEARCH LIFE SUPPORT
www.uva.nl/worldmap or contact your home NETWORKS characterised Amsterdam is Students ambitious student at one of our partner universities,
international office to confirm whether your by a tolerant, the capital of are actively we encourage you to participate in a challenging and The UvA in
The UvA is an
open-minded the Netherlands supported in numbers
university has an agreement with the UvA, and what active member of inspiring academic exchange programme at the UvA.
and international
the deadlines and application procedures are.
numerous
EU-wide and academic
and is one of
the world’s
practical matters
such as opening During your time with us you will learn new analytical 1
UvA
global research tradition dating
back to 1632.
I best places to a bank account,
applying for
and problem solving skills, embark on interesting
4
We’re here to help networks, such
AM live, according
visas and finding
subjects that may not be offered at your home
Top 10 as the League of to several Campuses
Countries Incoming exchange students are hosted by one of European Research 1632 international accommodation university, enhance your interest in global issues and
7
of UvA’s the faculties and will receive academic and personal Universities (LERU) surveys. in Amsterdam. extend your knowledge of the world.
Faculties
international

8
guidance from the departmental international and of Universitas
students
office. You may be allowed to take one course
21 (U21).
Studying in Amsterdam
15
Summer
1 at another faculty, but you are expected to enrol STUDENT SUPPORT
Staff of the twelve international offices and of student
Amsterdam provides an ideal environment for academic Programmes
UK for a fulltime course load in one department. The services help international students with information, study. As the capital city with a population over 810.000 150+
2 central international office (part of Student Services) advice and support. inhabitants Amsterdam is the financial, creative and English-taught
Germany programmes
informs you about and assists you with all kinds of cultural heart of the Netherlands. It is also home to
3 330+

9 10
practical matters. More details on the exchange numerous (international) companies, institutions and
China Exchange partners
programmes, faculties and practical information is museums. The city boasts beautiful architecture and
4 available at www.uva.nl/exchange. To learn more
PRIME LOCATION PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
more than 160 canals, lending Amsterdam its unique 4,200+

No guts,
USA Amsterdam is well The UvA promotes an International
about the academic focus points of UvA faculties, connected for travel and charming historical ambience. The people of
5 within Europe and
interactive teaching style
that encourages students
students
please visit www.uva.nl/en/disciplines. Amsterdam are easy going and welcoming to foreigners
Italy has excellent links to to develop self-reliance and 31,000+
6 the rest of the world. independent thinking. since English is the city’s second language. Getting Students
France around is easy using the extensive public transport

no story
7
Spain The City Centre Campus
STUDENT LIFE
8 COLOFON DISCLAIMER
Australia Dutch language courses intt.uva.nl
International Student Network isn-amsterdam.nl
‘Exchange Programmes’ is a publication by Student Services, University of No rights can be derived from this publication. Reproduction of this publication
Academic calendar
9 Sports usc.uva.nl
Amsterdam (UvA), May 2017. Editorial address: University of Amsterdam,
Office of International Student Affairs, P.O. Box 15832, 1001 NH Amsterdam.
in whatever form is only permitted with prior consent from the Office of
International Student Affairs UvA.
SEMESTER 1
Hungary Design and editorial staff: Student Services UvA. Photography: Maarten Schuth, SEMESTER 2
Culture crea.uva.nl
10 Amsterdam iamsterdam.nl
Maartje Strijbis, Pieter Kers. Printing: Hub. Tonnaer.
Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June
Canada
Block 1 of 8 weeks Block 2 of 8 weeks Block 3 of 4 Block 1 of 8 weeks Block 2 of 8 weeks Block 3 of 4
Amsterdam Science Park campus W W W.U VA . N L / E XC H A N G E weeks weeks
City Centre Campus
 STUDENT SERVICES
Accommodation
Immigration
uva.nl/housing
uva.nl/visa
10 REASONS TO UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM
choose the UvA
Finances uva.nl/expenses
Airport pick-up uva.nl/pickup
Insurance uva.nl/insurance A world-class education system, or you can explore the city by bike, discovering
Ambassadors uva.nl/ambassadors

2 01 8
Partner overview uva.nl/worldmap Founded on a tradition of highly integrated academics, places where no cars, buses or trams can take you.

1
the University of Amsterdam enjoys a global reputation
for cutting-edge research, high-quality teaching and a The city as a campus
RANKINGS

2 01 9
UvA’s global network The UvA scores highly in international rankings. It is broad range of degree programmes. Our open, tolerant The UvA is comprised of four campuses nestled in
If you are interested in coming on exchange to ranked among the top 30 universities in Europe and and international academic tradition dates back to 1632, the city of Amsterdam. Classes are held in quaint old
study at the University of Amsterdam, there is the top 100 worldwide. and continues strongly today thanks to our thriving buildings or in new buildings with state-of-the-art study
one essential question you must answer before community of independent thinkers. Now, with more facilities and research labs. On our campuses, traditional

2 3
you begin: is there an exchange agreement with
my university? There is a good chance that your
university is already part of our network of over 330
partner universities worldwide. But the only way
that you can participate in our exchange programme
is if we have an official agreement with your home
university and if you have been nominated for an
than 31,000 students, we are considered one of the boundaries dissolve, students and researchers connect,
best research universities in the world. We strive for disciplines converge, and businesses, governments and
RANGE OF ENGLISH COURSES INTERNATIONAL CLASSROOM
Both Dutch and international The international composition and excellence in teaching and research, and are proud to knowledge institutions collaborate.
students enroll in, and therefore diversity of the student population (around offer you one of the largest selections of English-taught
benefit from, the large selection of 100 nationalities) offers a truly international programmes in continental Europe.
English-taught courses. study environment.
Coming on exchange

4 5 6 7
exchange programme by your home university. Your We participate in an extensive network of European and
first step in becoming an exchange student is to global partner universities to facilitate student exchanges
INTERNATIONAL HISTORY QUALITY OF PRACTICAL
check our digital world map at The UvA is and help you broaden your horizon. If you are an
RESEARCH LIFE SUPPORT
www.uva.nl/worldmap or contact your home NETWORKS characterised Amsterdam is Students ambitious student at one of our partner universities,
international office to confirm whether your by a tolerant, the capital of are actively we encourage you to participate in a challenging and The UvA in
The UvA is an
open-minded the Netherlands supported in numbers
university has an agreement with the UvA, and what active member of inspiring academic exchange programme at the UvA.
and international
the deadlines and application procedures are.
numerous
EU-wide and academic
and is one of
the world’s
practical matters
such as opening During your time with us you will learn new analytical 1
UvA
global research tradition dating
back to 1632.
I best places to a bank account,
applying for
and problem solving skills, embark on interesting
4
We’re here to help networks, such
AM live, according
visas and finding
subjects that may not be offered at your home
Top 10 as the League of to several Campuses
Countries Incoming exchange students are hosted by one of European Research 1632 international accommodation university, enhance your interest in global issues and
7
of UvA’s the faculties and will receive academic and personal Universities (LERU) surveys. in Amsterdam. extend your knowledge of the world.
Faculties
international

8
guidance from the departmental international and of Universitas
students
office. You may be allowed to take one course
21 (U21).
Studying in Amsterdam
15
Summer
1 at another faculty, but you are expected to enrol STUDENT SUPPORT
Staff of the twelve international offices and of student
Amsterdam provides an ideal environment for academic Programmes
UK for a fulltime course load in one department. The services help international students with information, study. As the capital city with a population over 810.000 150+
2 central international office (part of Student Services) advice and support. inhabitants Amsterdam is the financial, creative and English-taught
Germany programmes
informs you about and assists you with all kinds of cultural heart of the Netherlands. It is also home to
3 330+

9 10
practical matters. More details on the exchange numerous (international) companies, institutions and
China Exchange partners
programmes, faculties and practical information is museums. The city boasts beautiful architecture and
4 available at www.uva.nl/exchange. To learn more
PRIME LOCATION PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
more than 160 canals, lending Amsterdam its unique 4,200+

No guts,
USA Amsterdam is well The UvA promotes an International
about the academic focus points of UvA faculties, connected for travel and charming historical ambience. The people of
5 within Europe and
interactive teaching style
that encourages students
students
please visit www.uva.nl/en/disciplines. Amsterdam are easy going and welcoming to foreigners
Italy has excellent links to to develop self-reliance and 31,000+
6 the rest of the world. independent thinking. since English is the city’s second language. Getting Students
France around is easy using the extensive public transport

no story
7
Spain The City Centre Campus
STUDENT LIFE
8 COLOFON DISCLAIMER
Australia Dutch language courses intt.uva.nl
International Student Network isn-amsterdam.nl
‘Exchange Programmes’ is a publication by Student Services, University of No rights can be derived from this publication. Reproduction of this publication
Academic calendar
9 Sports usc.uva.nl
Amsterdam (UvA), May 2017. Editorial address: University of Amsterdam,
Office of International Student Affairs, P.O. Box 15832, 1001 NH Amsterdam.
in whatever form is only permitted with prior consent from the Office of
International Student Affairs UvA.
SEMESTER 1
Hungary Design and editorial staff: Student Services UvA. Photography: Maarten Schuth, SEMESTER 2
Culture crea.uva.nl
10 Amsterdam iamsterdam.nl
Maartje Strijbis, Pieter Kers. Printing: Hub. Tonnaer.
Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June
Canada
Block 1 of 8 weeks Block 2 of 8 weeks Block 3 of 4 Block 1 of 8 weeks Block 2 of 8 weeks Block 3 of 4
Amsterdam Science Park campus W W W.U VA . N L / E XC H A N G E weeks weeks
City Centre Campus
 MONTHLY EXPENSES

W W W.U VA . N L / E XC H A N G E Connect with

visa / residence permit for non-EU students
accommodation
€ 325 one-time

your fellow local € 375 – 600 per month are taught entirely in English in an intimate classroom
and international general living expenses € 400 – 500 per month setting (with a maximum of 25 students). AUC is located
At the UvA, teaching and research are organised within seven faculties: Humanities, Social students and play at Amsterdam Science Park in the eastern part of the
insurance € 35 – 100 per month
and Behavioural Sciences, Economics and Business, Law, Science, Medicine, Dentistry an important role city, where students live and study together. For more
and AUC. Each of these faculties offer in-depth academic opportunities for ambitious of its ‘triple crown’ status. Less than 1% of all schools representing the books € 50 – 100 per month information and for a complete listing of available
international students. offering Business programmes worldwide have achieved universities in our public transport € 40 – 100 per month courses, see www.auc.nl
this prestigious status. Take an exchange course here and award-winning
second hand bike € 100 – 200 one-time
UvA Ambassador
Humanities you can expect a challenging high-level curriculum with a
Programme.
The Faculty of Humanities is the largest of its kind in Courses are taught in either Dutch or English. Courses solid academic foundation and international focus. Medicine and Dentistry
the Netherlands. It offers a wide range of Bachelor’s in the study area of Languages and Literature are uva.nl/ambassadors The Amsterdam Medical Centre of the University of
and Master’s programmes in art, culture, languages, sometimes taught in another Modern European The exchange courses are hosted by the College of Social Sciences in the Netherlands. Exchange students • Migration and Nationalism Amsterdam accepts a limited number of students only
history, philosophy and media studies. In keeping with language. Economics and Business, Amsterdam Business School are hosted by one of the faculty’s four colleges. • Gender, Sexuality and Society from international (bio)medical schools in its exchange
the traditions of a classically broad university, the Faculty and Amsterdam School of Economics. As an exchange • Global Health, Care and Society programme. As an exchange student, you can apply
offers a large variety of study programmes, whilst also As an exchange student, you can choose Bachelor’s student, you can choose from a variety of undergraduate Child Development and Education • International Relations and Globalisation for academic semesters, internships for max 8 weeks or
striving for renewal by way of innovative research, courses from the Amsterdam Exchange Programme- and graduate level courses taught in English in the fields The College of Child Development and Education • Politics, Governance and Democracy research electives for at least 4 months. For internships a
intensive collaboration and an interdisciplinary approach. Humanities and, in some exceptional cases, Master’s of: offers several courses in English for exchange students, • Society, Culture and Modernity good knowledge of the Dutch language is required.
Each semester, the Faculty of Humanities welcomes over courses as well. • Accountancy and Control as well as the possibility to enrol in courses of the • Urban Studies Students with a good command of the Dutch language
a hundred exchange students. • Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance multi-disciplinary Amsterdam Exchange Programme can also follow bachelor courses.
• Business Administration Social Sciences. Students are expected to have In addition, the Graduate School of Social Sciences The Academic Centre for Dentistry in Amsterdam
The Faculty of Humanities offers you courses from a Economics and Business • Business Economics completed a basic programme in the field, or to have organises exchange opportunities for two of only accepts exchange students from institutes where
broad range of disciplines: UvA Economics and Business maintains a strong sense • Econometrics obtained a relevant Bachelor’s degree and to have a its programmes. These programmes consist of the faculty has an exchange agreement. If you are
• Art, Religion and Cultural studies of identity and purpose which benefits students on • Economics Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics • Future Planet Studies and Earth Sciences (second and good command of the English language. established networks where international students eligible, you can take courses at the faculty, usually for
• Dutch Studies their path towards academic achievement. Doing • Finance PPLE is an English-taught bachelor’s programme offered third year, whole year) are welcomed in the MSc Comparative Labour and a short period during the Summer months. Individual
• History, Archaeology and Area Studies an exchange course in economics or business at the in joint cooperation by the faculties of Law, Economics & • Interdisciplinary courses (open to exchange students of Psychology Organisation programme or the Research Master’s in programmes can be arranged for you, taking into
• Language and Literature UvA means you are sharpening your mind to make a Business and Social & Behavioural Sciences. It is a highly all disciplines) The College of Psychology offers several English- Urban Studies. account your specific academic goals.
• Media Studies difference in society and industry. Accredited by AACSB, Law selective, international and interdisciplinary programme: • Mathematics (third year, semester 1 only) taught courses for exchange students, most of them
• Philosophy EQUIS and AMBA, UvA Economics and Business is proud The Amsterdam Law School (ALS) of the University of unique in the Netherlands. • Physics (third year, whole year) at the undergraduate level. You are expected to have
Amsterdam offers visiting students a variety of English • Psychobiology (third year, minor, semester 1) completed a basic programme in the field, or to have Liberal Arts & Sciences
taught master courses, specialized in European and • Programming courses (two courses, open to exchange obtained a relevant Bachelor’s degree and to have a Amsterdam University College (AUC) is a residential Amsterdam
in numbers
International law. The courses have been approved by Science students of all disciplines) good command of the English language. college, offering a rigorous, interdisciplinary
the American Bar Association. The issues concerned The Faculty of Science is located at the Science Park, an honours programme in the Liberal Arts & Sciences 1
are very current and there’s room for debate. Students innovative hub of teaching, research and knowledge- All Master’s programmes at the Faculty of Science are Social Sciences and Communication Science at Bachelor’s level. As an exchange student at Amsterdam
will obtain a critical approach as well as practical legal intensive industry. The faculty’s building (opened in taught in English, and most of these courses are open The College of Social Sciences, in co-operation with AUC you will be part of an international academic 8
Windmills
skills. The law faculty is situated in a brand new campus 2010) contains state-of-the-art facilities, such as a solar to exchange master students. You can choose Master’s the College of Communication and the College community, living and learning with students and
“Experiencing a new building in the heart of Amsterdam. As most of the law and stellar observatory, a greenhouse complex, an level courses from the following disciplines: Artificial of Child Development and Education, offers the staff representing more than 50 nationalities. You 40
city filled with people Parks
firms and important (international) legal institutions are experimental facility and several advanced computer labs. Intelligence, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biological multi-disciplinary Amsterdam Exchange Programme may choose from over 250 courses covering various
from all across the
situated in or around Amsterdam, it is the perfect city to To fully benefit from local expertise and facilities, and to and Biomedical Sciences, Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Social Sciences. This programme offers courses for subjects in the Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities 75
world is ephemeral. Museums
explore legal practice. The classrooms consist of a mix of offer science students a greater choice in elective courses, Chemistry, Computational Science, Earth and Life exchange students in the fields of sociology, cultural and Academic Core, including:
The knowledge
international and Dutch students and teachers. A big part specialisations and projects, the Faculty of Science Sciences, Information Studies, Logic, Mathematics, anthropology, communication science, political • Sciences: Physics, Earth & Environment, Biomedical,
165
and memories you Canals
of the teaching staff is also involved in research or legal collaborates intensively with the science faculties of the Physics, Software Engineering, Stochastics and Financial science and human geography and planning, child Chemistry, Health
take with you are 180
irreplaceable.” practice. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Mathematics. development and education, as well as interdisciplinary • Social Sciences: Economics, Law, Political Science, Nationalities
Most of the Bachelor’s courses at the Faculty of Science courses on Dutch society designed especially for Sociology, International Relations 2,500
Exchange students may choose courses from the are taught in Dutch. However, many of our third year exchange students. The exchange programme is • Humanities: Philosophy, History, Literature, Film, Houseboats
Oscar Rodriguez following tracks: Bachelor’s courses are offered in English. English taught Social and Behavioural Sciences organised in thematic clusters: Art 810,000
Hunter College CUNY • Public International Law courses from various fields of study are now open to The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences enjoys a • Child Development and Education • Academic Core: Foreign Languages (including Inhabitants
United States • International Trade & Investment Law undergraduate exchange students: • Communication and Media 881,000
prominent standing within the social sciences worldwide, Dutch), Big Questions, Culture
• European Union Law • Biology (third year, semester 1 only, placement is with most of their programmes ranking in the top 20 • Conflict and Cultural Diversity Bicycles
• European Competition Law and Regulation limited) of the 2017 QS World University Ranking by Subject. It • Development Studies Courses are offered across many disciplines, with
• European Private Law • Chemistry (third year, semester 1 only) is the largest educational and research institution in the • Dutch Society and Cultural Ethnicity a particular emphasis on the Sciences. All courses The Roeterseiland Campus
 MONTHLY EXPENSES

W W W.U VA . N L / E XC H A N G E Connect with

visa / residence permit for non-EU students € 325 one-time

your fellow local accommodation € 375 – 600 per month are taught entirely in English in an intimate classroom
and international general living expenses € 400 – 500 per month setting (with a maximum of 25 students). AUC is located
At the UvA, teaching and research are organised within seven faculties: Humanities, Social students and play at Amsterdam Science Park in the eastern part of the
insurance € 35 – 100 per month
and Behavioural Sciences, Economics and Business, Law, Science, Medicine, Dentistry an important role city, where students live and study together. For more
and AUC. Each of these faculties offer in-depth academic opportunities for ambitious of its ‘triple crown’ status. Less than 1% of all schools representing the books € 50 – 100 per month information and for a complete listing of available
international students. offering Business programmes worldwide have achieved universities in our public transport € 40 – 100 per month courses, see www.auc.nl
this prestigious status. Take an exchange course here and award-winning
UvA Ambassador second hand bike € 100 – 200 one-time
Humanities you can expect a challenging high-level curriculum with a
Programme.
The Faculty of Humanities is the largest of its kind in Courses are taught in either Dutch or English. Courses solid academic foundation and international focus. Medicine and Dentistry
the Netherlands. It offers a wide range of Bachelor’s in the study area of Languages and Literature are uva.nl/ambassadors The Amsterdam Medical Centre of the University of
and Master’s programmes in art, culture, languages, sometimes taught in another Modern European The exchange courses are hosted by the College of Social Sciences in the Netherlands. Exchange students • Migration and Nationalism Amsterdam accepts a limited number of students only
history, philosophy and media studies. In keeping with language. Economics and Business, Amsterdam Business School are hosted by one of the faculty’s four colleges. • Gender, Sexuality and Society from international (bio)medical schools in its exchange
the traditions of a classically broad university, the Faculty and Amsterdam School of Economics. As an exchange • Global Health, Care and Society programme. As an exchange student, you can apply
offers a large variety of study programmes, whilst also As an exchange student, you can choose Bachelor’s student, you can choose from a variety of undergraduate Child Development and Education • International Relations and Globalisation for academic semesters, internships for max 8 weeks or
striving for renewal by way of innovative research, courses from the Amsterdam Exchange Programme- and graduate level courses taught in English in the fields The College of Child Development and Education • Politics, Governance and Democracy research electives for at least 4 months. For internships a
intensive collaboration and an interdisciplinary approach. Humanities and, in some exceptional cases, Master’s of: offers several courses in English for exchange students, • Society, Culture and Modernity good knowledge of the Dutch language is required.
Each semester, the Faculty of Humanities welcomes over courses as well. • Accountancy and Control as well as the possibility to enrol in courses of the • Urban Studies Students with a good command of the Dutch language
a hundred exchange students. • Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance multi-disciplinary Amsterdam Exchange Programme can also follow bachelor courses.
• Business Administration Social Sciences. Students are expected to have In addition, the Graduate School of Social Sciences The Academic Centre for Dentistry in Amsterdam
The Faculty of Humanities offers you courses from a Economics and Business • Business Economics completed a basic programme in the field, or to have organises exchange opportunities for two of only accepts exchange students from institutes where
broad range of disciplines: UvA Economics and Business maintains a strong sense • Econometrics obtained a relevant Bachelor’s degree and to have a its programmes. These programmes consist of the faculty has an exchange agreement. If you are
• Art, Religion and Cultural studies of identity and purpose which benefits students on • Economics Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics • Future Planet Studies and Earth Sciences (second and good command of the English language. established networks where international students eligible, you can take courses at the faculty, usually for
• Dutch Studies their path towards academic achievement. Doing • Finance PPLE is an English-taught bachelor’s programme offered third year, whole year) are welcomed in the MSc Comparative Labour and a short period during the Summer months. Individual
• History, Archaeology and Area Studies an exchange course in economics or business at the in joint cooperation by the faculties of Law, Economics & • Interdisciplinary courses (open to exchange students of Psychology Organisation programme or the Research Master’s in programmes can be arranged for you, taking into
• Language and Literature UvA means you are sharpening your mind to make a Business and Social & Behavioural Sciences. It is a highly all disciplines) The College of Psychology offers several English- Urban Studies. account your specific academic goals.
• Media Studies difference in society and industry. Accredited by AACSB, Law selective, international and interdisciplinary programme: • Mathematics (third year, semester 1 only) taught courses for exchange students, most of them
• Philosophy EQUIS and AMBA, UvA Economics and Business is proud The Amsterdam Law School (ALS) of the University of unique in the Netherlands. • Physics (third year, whole year) at the undergraduate level. You are expected to have
Amsterdam offers visiting students a variety of English • Psychobiology (third year, minor, semester 1) completed a basic programme in the field, or to have Liberal Arts & Sciences
taught master courses, specialized in European and • Programming courses (two courses, open to exchange obtained a relevant Bachelor’s degree and to have a Amsterdam University College (AUC) is a residential Amsterdam
in numbers
International law. The courses have been approved by Science students of all disciplines) good command of the English language. college, offering a rigorous, interdisciplinary
the American Bar Association. The issues concerned The Faculty of Science is located at the Science Park, an honours programme in the Liberal Arts & Sciences 1
are very current and there’s room for debate. Students innovative hub of teaching, research and knowledge- All Master’s programmes at the Faculty of Science are Social Sciences and Communication Science at Bachelor’s level. As an exchange student at Amsterdam
will obtain a critical approach as well as practical legal intensive industry. The faculty’s building (opened in taught in English, and most of these courses are open The College of Social Sciences, in co-operation with AUC you will be part of an international academic 8
Windmills
skills. The law faculty is situated in a brand new campus 2010) contains state-of-the-art facilities, such as a solar to exchange master students. You can choose Master’s the College of Communication and the College community, living and learning with students and
“Experiencing a new building in the heart of Amsterdam. As most of the law and stellar observatory, a greenhouse complex, an level courses from the following disciplines: Artificial of Child Development and Education, offers the staff representing more than 50 nationalities. You 40
city filled with people Parks
firms and important (international) legal institutions are experimental facility and several advanced computer labs. Intelligence, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biological multi-disciplinary Amsterdam Exchange Programme may choose from over 250 courses covering various
from all across the
situated in or around Amsterdam, it is the perfect city to To fully benefit from local expertise and facilities, and to and Biomedical Sciences, Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Social Sciences. This programme offers courses for subjects in the Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities 75
world is ephemeral. Museums
explore legal practice. The classrooms consist of a mix of offer science students a greater choice in elective courses, Chemistry, Computational Science, Earth and Life exchange students in the fields of sociology, cultural and Academic Core, including:
The knowledge
international and Dutch students and teachers. A big part specialisations and projects, the Faculty of Science Sciences, Information Studies, Logic, Mathematics, anthropology, communication science, political • Sciences: Physics, Earth & Environment, Biomedical,
165
and memories you Canals
of the teaching staff is also involved in research or legal collaborates intensively with the science faculties of the Physics, Software Engineering, Stochastics and Financial science and human geography and planning, child Chemistry, Health
take with you are 180
irreplaceable.” practice. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Mathematics. development and education, as well as interdisciplinary • Social Sciences: Economics, Law, Political Science, Nationalities
Most of the Bachelor’s courses at the Faculty of Science courses on Dutch society designed especially for Sociology, International Relations 2,500
Exchange students may choose courses from the are taught in Dutch. However, many of our third year exchange students. The exchange programme is • Humanities: Philosophy, History, Literature, Film, Houseboats
Oscar Rodriguez following tracks: Bachelor’s courses are offered in English. English taught Social and Behavioural Sciences organised in thematic clusters: Art 810,000
Hunter College CUNY • Public International Law courses from various fields of study are now open to The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences enjoys a • Child Development and Education • Academic Core: Foreign Languages (including Inhabitants
United States • International Trade & Investment Law undergraduate exchange students: • Communication and Media 881,000
prominent standing within the social sciences worldwide, Dutch), Big Questions, Culture
• European Union Law • Biology (third year, semester 1 only, placement is with most of their programmes ranking in the top 20 • Conflict and Cultural Diversity Bicycles
• European Competition Law and Regulation limited) of the 2017 QS World University Ranking by Subject. It • Development Studies Courses are offered across many disciplines, with
• European Private Law • Chemistry (third year, semester 1 only) is the largest educational and research institution in the • Dutch Society and Cultural Ethnicity a particular emphasis on the Sciences. All courses The Roeterseiland Campus
 MONTHLY EXPENSES

W W W.U VA . N L / E XC H A N G E Connect with

visa / residence permit for non-EU students € 325 one-time

your fellow local accommodation € 375 – 600 per month are taught entirely in English in an intimate classroom
and international general living expenses € 400 – 500 per month setting (with a maximum of 25 students). AUC is located
At the UvA, teaching and research are organised within seven faculties: Humanities, Social students and play at Amsterdam Science Park in the eastern part of the
insurance € 35 – 100 per month
and Behavioural Sciences, Economics and Business, Law, Science, Medicine, Dentistry an important role city, where students live and study together. For more
and AUC. Each of these faculties offer in-depth academic opportunities for ambitious of its ‘triple crown’ status. Less than 1% of all schools representing the books € 50 – 100 per month information and for a complete listing of available
international students. offering Business programmes worldwide have achieved universities in our public transport € 40 – 100 per month courses, see www.auc.nl
this prestigious status. Take an exchange course here and award-winning
UvA Ambassador second hand bike € 100 – 200 one-time
Humanities you can expect a challenging high-level curriculum with a
Programme.
The Faculty of Humanities is the largest of its kind in Courses are taught in either Dutch or English. Courses solid academic foundation and international focus. Medicine and Dentistry
the Netherlands. It offers a wide range of Bachelor’s in the study area of Languages and Literature are uva.nl/ambassadors The Amsterdam Medical Centre of the University of
and Master’s programmes in art, culture, languages, sometimes taught in another Modern European The exchange courses are hosted by the College of Social Sciences in the Netherlands. Exchange students • Migration and Nationalism Amsterdam accepts a limited number of students only
history, philosophy and media studies. In keeping with language. Economics and Business, Amsterdam Business School are hosted by one of the faculty’s four colleges. • Gender, Sexuality and Society from international (bio)medical schools in its exchange
the traditions of a classically broad university, the Faculty and Amsterdam School of Economics. As an exchange • Global Health, Care and Society programme. As an exchange student, you can apply
offers a large variety of study programmes, whilst also As an exchange student, you can choose Bachelor’s student, you can choose from a variety of undergraduate Child Development and Education • International Relations and Globalisation for academic semesters, internships for max 8 weeks or
striving for renewal by way of innovative research, courses from the Amsterdam Exchange Programme- and graduate level courses taught in English in the fields The College of Child Development and Education • Politics, Governance and Democracy research electives for at least 4 months. For internships a
intensive collaboration and an interdisciplinary approach. Humanities and, in some exceptional cases, Master’s of: offers several courses in English for exchange students, • Society, Culture and Modernity good knowledge of the Dutch language is required.
Each semester, the Faculty of Humanities welcomes over courses as well. • Accountancy and Control as well as the possibility to enrol in courses of the • Urban Studies Students with a good command of the Dutch language
a hundred exchange students. • Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance multi-disciplinary Amsterdam Exchange Programme can also follow bachelor courses.
• Business Administration Social Sciences. Students are expected to have In addition, the Graduate School of Social Sciences The Academic Centre for Dentistry in Amsterdam
The Faculty of Humanities offers you courses from a Economics and Business • Business Economics completed a basic programme in the field, or to have organises exchange opportunities for two of only accepts exchange students from institutes where
broad range of disciplines: UvA Economics and Business maintains a strong sense • Econometrics obtained a relevant Bachelor’s degree and to have a its programmes. These programmes consist of the faculty has an exchange agreement. If you are
• Art, Religion and Cultural studies of identity and purpose which benefits students on • Economics Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics • Future Planet Studies and Earth Sciences (second and good command of the English language. established networks where international students eligible, you can take courses at the faculty, usually for
• Dutch Studies their path towards academic achievement. Doing • Finance PPLE is an English-taught bachelor’s programme offered third year, whole year) are welcomed in the MSc Comparative Labour and a short period during the Summer months. Individual
• History, Archaeology and Area Studies an exchange course in economics or business at the in joint cooperation by the faculties of Law, Economics & • Interdisciplinary courses (open to exchange students of Psychology Organisation programme or the Research Master’s in programmes can be arranged for you, taking into
• Language and Literature UvA means you are sharpening your mind to make a Business and Social & Behavioural Sciences. It is a highly all disciplines) The College of Psychology offers several English- Urban Studies. account your specific academic goals.
• Media Studies difference in society and industry. Accredited by AACSB, Law selective, international and interdisciplinary programme: • Mathematics (third year, semester 1 only) taught courses for exchange students, most of them
• Philosophy EQUIS and AMBA, UvA Economics and Business is proud The Amsterdam Law School (ALS) of the University of unique in the Netherlands. • Physics (third year, whole year) at the undergraduate level. You are expected to have
Amsterdam offers visiting students a variety of English • Psychobiology (third year, minor, semester 1) completed a basic programme in the field, or to have Liberal Arts & Sciences
taught master courses, specialized in European and • Programming courses (two courses, open to exchange obtained a relevant Bachelor’s degree and to have a Amsterdam University College (AUC) is a residential Amsterdam
in numbers
International law. The courses have been approved by Science students of all disciplines) good command of the English language. college, offering a rigorous, interdisciplinary
the American Bar Association. The issues concerned The Faculty of Science is located at the Science Park, an honours programme in the Liberal Arts & Sciences 1
are very current and there’s room for debate. Students innovative hub of teaching, research and knowledge- All Master’s programmes at the Faculty of Science are Social Sciences and Communication Science at Bachelor’s level. As an exchange student at Amsterdam
will obtain a critical approach as well as practical legal intensive industry. The faculty’s building (opened in taught in English, and most of these courses are open The College of Social Sciences, in co-operation with AUC you will be part of an international academic 8
Windmills
skills. The law faculty is situated in a brand new campus 2010) contains state-of-the-art facilities, such as a solar to exchange master students. You can choose Master’s the College of Communication and the College community, living and learning with students and
“Experiencing a new building in the heart of Amsterdam. As most of the law and stellar observatory, a greenhouse complex, an level courses from the following disciplines: Artificial of Child Development and Education, offers the staff representing more than 50 nationalities. You 40
city filled with people Parks
firms and important (international) legal institutions are experimental facility and several advanced computer labs. Intelligence, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biological multi-disciplinary Amsterdam Exchange Programme may choose from over 250 courses covering various
from all across the
situated in or around Amsterdam, it is the perfect city to To fully benefit from local expertise and facilities, and to and Biomedical Sciences, Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Social Sciences. This programme offers courses for subjects in the Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities 75
world is ephemeral. Museums
explore legal practice. The classrooms consist of a mix of offer science students a greater choice in elective courses, Chemistry, Computational Science, Earth and Life exchange students in the fields of sociology, cultural and Academic Core, including:
The knowledge
international and Dutch students and teachers. A big part specialisations and projects, the Faculty of Science Sciences, Information Studies, Logic, Mathematics, anthropology, communication science, political • Sciences: Physics, Earth & Environment, Biomedical,
165
and memories you Canals
of the teaching staff is also involved in research or legal collaborates intensively with the science faculties of the Physics, Software Engineering, Stochastics and Financial science and human geography and planning, child Chemistry, Health
take with you are 180
irreplaceable.” practice. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Mathematics. development and education, as well as interdisciplinary • Social Sciences: Economics, Law, Political Science, Nationalities
Most of the Bachelor’s courses at the Faculty of Science courses on Dutch society designed especially for Sociology, International Relations 2,500
Exchange students may choose courses from the are taught in Dutch. However, many of our third year exchange students. The exchange programme is • Humanities: Philosophy, History, Literature, Film, Houseboats
Oscar Rodriguez following tracks: Bachelor’s courses are offered in English. English taught Social and Behavioural Sciences organised in thematic clusters: Art 810,000
Hunter College CUNY • Public International Law courses from various fields of study are now open to The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences enjoys a • Child Development and Education • Academic Core: Foreign Languages (including Inhabitants
United States • International Trade & Investment Law undergraduate exchange students: • Communication and Media 881,000
prominent standing within the social sciences worldwide, Dutch), Big Questions, Culture
• European Union Law • Biology (third year, semester 1 only, placement is with most of their programmes ranking in the top 20 • Conflict and Cultural Diversity Bicycles
• European Competition Law and Regulation limited) of the 2017 QS World University Ranking by Subject. It • Development Studies Courses are offered across many disciplines, with
• European Private Law • Chemistry (third year, semester 1 only) is the largest educational and research institution in the • Dutch Society and Cultural Ethnicity a particular emphasis on the Sciences. All courses The Roeterseiland Campus
 MONTHLY EXPENSES

W W W.U VA . N L / E XC H A N G E Connect with

visa / residence permit for non-EU students € 325 one-time

your fellow local accommodation € 375 – 600 per month are taught entirely in English in an intimate classroom
and international general living expenses € 400 – 500 per month setting (with a maximum of 25 students). AUC is located
At the UvA, teaching and research are organised within seven faculties: Humanities, Social students and play at Amsterdam Science Park in the eastern part of the
insurance € 35 – 100 per month
and Behavioural Sciences, Economics and Business, Law, Science, Medicine, Dentistry an important role city, where students live and study together. For more
and AUC. Each of these faculties offer in-depth academic opportunities for ambitious of its ‘triple crown’ status. Less than 1% of all schools representing the books € 50 – 100 per month information and for a complete listing of available
international students. offering Business programmes worldwide have achieved universities in our public transport € 40 – 100 per month courses, see www.auc.nl
this prestigious status. Take an exchange course here and award-winning
UvA Ambassador second hand bike € 100 – 200 one-time
Humanities you can expect a challenging high-level curriculum with a
Programme.
The Faculty of Humanities is the largest of its kind in Courses are taught in either Dutch or English. Courses solid academic foundation and international focus. Medicine and Dentistry
the Netherlands. It offers a wide range of Bachelor’s in the study area of Languages and Literature are uva.nl/ambassadors The Amsterdam Medical Centre of the University of
and Master’s programmes in art, culture, languages, sometimes taught in another Modern European The exchange courses are hosted by the College of Social Sciences in the Netherlands. Exchange students • Migration and Nationalism Amsterdam accepts a limited number of students only
history, philosophy and media studies. In keeping with language. Economics and Business, Amsterdam Business School are hosted by one of the faculty’s four colleges. • Gender, Sexuality and Society from international (bio)medical schools in its exchange
the traditions of a classically broad university, the Faculty and Amsterdam School of Economics. As an exchange • Global Health, Care and Society programme. As an exchange student, you can apply
offers a large variety of study programmes, whilst also As an exchange student, you can choose Bachelor’s student, you can choose from a variety of undergraduate Child Development and Education • International Relations and Globalisation for academic semesters, internships for max 8 weeks or
striving for renewal by way of innovative research, courses from the Amsterdam Exchange Programme- and graduate level courses taught in English in the fields The College of Child Development and Education • Politics, Governance and Democracy research electives for at least 4 months. For internships a
intensive collaboration and an interdisciplinary approach. Humanities and, in some exceptional cases, Master’s of: offers several courses in English for exchange students, • Society, Culture and Modernity good knowledge of the Dutch language is required.
Each semester, the Faculty of Humanities welcomes over courses as well. • Accountancy and Control as well as the possibility to enrol in courses of the • Urban Studies Students with a good command of the Dutch language
a hundred exchange students. • Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance multi-disciplinary Amsterdam Exchange Programme can also follow bachelor courses.
• Business Administration Social Sciences. Students are expected to have In addition, the Graduate School of Social Sciences The Academic Centre for Dentistry in Amsterdam
The Faculty of Humanities offers you courses from a Economics and Business • Business Economics completed a basic programme in the field, or to have organises exchange opportunities for two of only accepts exchange students from institutes where
broad range of disciplines: UvA Economics and Business maintains a strong sense • Econometrics obtained a relevant Bachelor’s degree and to have a its programmes. These programmes consist of the faculty has an exchange agreement. If you are
• Art, Religion and Cultural studies of identity and purpose which benefits students on • Economics Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics • Future Planet Studies and Earth Sciences (second and good command of the English language. established networks where international students eligible, you can take courses at the faculty, usually for
• Dutch Studies their path towards academic achievement. Doing • Finance PPLE is an English-taught bachelor’s programme offered third year, whole year) are welcomed in the MSc Comparative Labour and a short period during the Summer months. Individual
• History, Archaeology and Area Studies an exchange course in economics or business at the in joint cooperation by the faculties of Law, Economics & • Interdisciplinary courses (open to exchange students of Psychology Organisation programme or the Research Master’s in programmes can be arranged for you, taking into
• Language and Literature UvA means you are sharpening your mind to make a Business and Social & Behavioural Sciences. It is a highly all disciplines) The College of Psychology offers several English- Urban Studies. account your specific academic goals.
• Media Studies difference in society and industry. Accredited by AACSB, Law selective, international and interdisciplinary programme: • Mathematics (third year, semester 1 only) taught courses for exchange students, most of them
• Philosophy EQUIS and AMBA, UvA Economics and Business is proud The Amsterdam Law School (ALS) of the University of unique in the Netherlands. • Physics (third year, whole year) at the undergraduate level. You are expected to have
Amsterdam offers visiting students a variety of English • Psychobiology (third year, minor, semester 1) completed a basic programme in the field, or to have Liberal Arts & Sciences
taught master courses, specialized in European and • Programming courses (two courses, open to exchange obtained a relevant Bachelor’s degree and to have a Amsterdam University College (AUC) is a residential Amsterdam
in numbers
International law. The courses have been approved by Science students of all disciplines) good command of the English language. college, offering a rigorous, interdisciplinary
the American Bar Association. The issues concerned The Faculty of Science is located at the Science Park, an honours programme in the Liberal Arts & Sciences 1
are very current and there’s room for debate. Students innovative hub of teaching, research and knowledge- All Master’s programmes at the Faculty of Science are Social Sciences and Communication Science at Bachelor’s level. As an exchange student at Amsterdam
will obtain a critical approach as well as practical legal intensive industry. The faculty’s building (opened in taught in English, and most of these courses are open The College of Social Sciences, in co-operation with AUC you will be part of an international academic 8
Windmills
skills. The law faculty is situated in a brand new campus 2010) contains state-of-the-art facilities, such as a solar to exchange master students. You can choose Master’s the College of Communication and the College community, living and learning with students and
“Experiencing a new building in the heart of Amsterdam. As most of the law and stellar observatory, a greenhouse complex, an level courses from the following disciplines: Artificial of Child Development and Education, offers the staff representing more than 50 nationalities. You 40
city filled with people Parks
firms and important (international) legal institutions are experimental facility and several advanced computer labs. Intelligence, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biological multi-disciplinary Amsterdam Exchange Programme may choose from over 250 courses covering various
from all across the
situated in or around Amsterdam, it is the perfect city to To fully benefit from local expertise and facilities, and to and Biomedical Sciences, Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Social Sciences. This programme offers courses for subjects in the Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities 75
world is ephemeral. Museums
explore legal practice. The classrooms consist of a mix of offer science students a greater choice in elective courses, Chemistry, Computational Science, Earth and Life exchange students in the fields of sociology, cultural and Academic Core, including:
The knowledge
international and Dutch students and teachers. A big part specialisations and projects, the Faculty of Science Sciences, Information Studies, Logic, Mathematics, anthropology, communication science, political • Sciences: Physics, Earth & Environment, Biomedical,
165
and memories you Canals
of the teaching staff is also involved in research or legal collaborates intensively with the science faculties of the Physics, Software Engineering, Stochastics and Financial science and human geography and planning, child Chemistry, Health
take with you are 180
irreplaceable.” practice. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Mathematics. development and education, as well as interdisciplinary • Social Sciences: Economics, Law, Political Science, Nationalities
Most of the Bachelor’s courses at the Faculty of Science courses on Dutch society designed especially for Sociology, International Relations 2,500
Exchange students may choose courses from the are taught in Dutch. However, many of our third year exchange students. The exchange programme is • Humanities: Philosophy, History, Literature, Film, Houseboats
Oscar Rodriguez following tracks: Bachelor’s courses are offered in English. English taught Social and Behavioural Sciences organised in thematic clusters: Art 810,000
Hunter College CUNY • Public International Law courses from various fields of study are now open to The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences enjoys a • Child Development and Education • Academic Core: Foreign Languages (including Inhabitants
United States • International Trade & Investment Law undergraduate exchange students: • Communication and Media 881,000
prominent standing within the social sciences worldwide, Dutch), Big Questions, Culture
• European Union Law • Biology (third year, semester 1 only, placement is with most of their programmes ranking in the top 20 • Conflict and Cultural Diversity Bicycles
• European Competition Law and Regulation limited) of the 2017 QS World University Ranking by Subject. It • Development Studies Courses are offered across many disciplines, with
• European Private Law • Chemistry (third year, semester 1 only) is the largest educational and research institution in the • Dutch Society and Cultural Ethnicity a particular emphasis on the Sciences. All courses The Roeterseiland Campus
 STUDENT SERVICES
Accommodation
Immigration
uva.nl/housing
uva.nl/visa
10 REASONS TO UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM
choose the UvA
Finances uva.nl/expenses
Airport pick-up uva.nl/pickup
Insurance uva.nl/insurance A world-class education system, or you can explore the city by bike, discovering
Ambassadors uva.nl/ambassadors

2 01 8
Partner overview uva.nl/worldmap Founded on a tradition of highly integrated academics, places where no cars, buses or trams can take you.

1
the University of Amsterdam enjoys a global reputation
for cutting-edge research, high-quality teaching and a The city as a campus
RANKINGS

2 01 9
UvA’s global network The UvA scores highly in international rankings. It is broad range of degree programmes. Our open, tolerant The UvA is comprised of four campuses nestled in
If you are interested in coming on exchange to ranked among the top 30 universities in Europe and and international academic tradition dates back to 1632, the city of Amsterdam. Classes are held in quaint old
study at the University of Amsterdam, there is the top 100 worldwide. and continues strongly today thanks to our thriving buildings or in new buildings with state-of-the-art study
one essential question you must answer before community of independent thinkers. Now, with more facilities and research labs. On our campuses, traditional

2 3
you begin: is there an exchange agreement with
my university? There is a good chance that your
university is already part of our network of over 330
partner universities worldwide. But the only way
that you can participate in our exchange programme
is if we have an official agreement with your home
university and if you have been nominated for an
than 31,000 students, we are considered one of the boundaries dissolve, students and researchers connect,
best research universities in the world. We strive for disciplines converge, and businesses, governments and
RANGE OF ENGLISH COURSES INTERNATIONAL CLASSROOM
Both Dutch and international The international composition and excellence in teaching and research, and are proud to knowledge institutions collaborate.
students enroll in, and therefore diversity of the student population (around offer you one of the largest selections of English-taught
benefit from, the large selection of 100 nationalities) offers a truly international programmes in continental Europe.
English-taught courses. study environment.
Coming on exchange

4 5 6 7
exchange programme by your home university. Your We participate in an extensive network of European and
first step in becoming an exchange student is to global partner universities to facilitate student exchanges
INTERNATIONAL HISTORY QUALITY OF PRACTICAL
check our digital world map at The UvA is and help you broaden your horizon. If you are an
RESEARCH LIFE SUPPORT
www.uva.nl/worldmap or contact your home NETWORKS characterised Amsterdam is Students ambitious student at one of our partner universities,
international office to confirm whether your by a tolerant, the capital of are actively we encourage you to participate in a challenging and The UvA in
The UvA is an
open-minded the Netherlands supported in numbers
university has an agreement with the UvA, and what active member of inspiring academic exchange programme at the UvA.
and international
the deadlines and application procedures are.
numerous
EU-wide and academic
and is one of
the world’s
practical matters
such as opening During your time with us you will learn new analytical 1
UvA
global research tradition dating
back to 1632.
I best places to a bank account,
applying for
and problem solving skills, embark on interesting
4
We’re here to help networks, such
AM live, according
visas and finding
subjects that may not be offered at your home
Top 10 as the League of to several Campuses
Countries Incoming exchange students are hosted by one of European Research 1632 international accommodation university, enhance your interest in global issues and
7
of UvA’s the faculties and will receive academic and personal Universities (LERU) surveys. in Amsterdam. extend your knowledge of the world.
Faculties
international

8
guidance from the departmental international and of Universitas
students
office. You may be allowed to take one course
21 (U21).
Studying in Amsterdam
15
Summer
1 at another faculty, but you are expected to enrol STUDENT SUPPORT
Staff of the twelve international offices and of student
Amsterdam provides an ideal environment for academic Programmes
UK for a fulltime course load in one department. The services help international students with information, study. As the capital city with a population over 810.000 150+
2 central international office (part of Student Services) advice and support. inhabitants Amsterdam is the financial, creative and English-taught
Germany programmes
informs you about and assists you with all kinds of cultural heart of the Netherlands. It is also home to
3 330+

9 10
practical matters. More details on the exchange numerous (international) companies, institutions and
China Exchange partners
programmes, faculties and practical information is museums. The city boasts beautiful architecture and
4 available at www.uva.nl/exchange. To learn more
PRIME LOCATION PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
more than 160 canals, lending Amsterdam its unique 4,200+

No guts,
USA Amsterdam is well The UvA promotes an International
about the academic focus points of UvA faculties, connected for travel and charming historical ambience. The people of
5 within Europe and
interactive teaching style
that encourages students
students
please visit www.uva.nl/en/disciplines. Amsterdam are easy going and welcoming to foreigners
Italy has excellent links to to develop self-reliance and 31,000+
6 the rest of the world. independent thinking. since English is the city’s second language. Getting Students
France around is easy using the extensive public transport

no story
7
Spain The City Centre Campus
STUDENT LIFE
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International Student Network isn-amsterdam.nl
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Academic calendar
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Office of International Student Affairs, P.O. Box 15832, 1001 NH Amsterdam.
in whatever form is only permitted with prior consent from the Office of
International Student Affairs UvA.
SEMESTER 1
Hungary Design and editorial staff: Student Services UvA. Photography: Maarten Schuth, SEMESTER 2
Culture crea.uva.nl
10 Amsterdam iamsterdam.nl
Maartje Strijbis, Pieter Kers. Printing: Hub. Tonnaer.
Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June
Canada
Block 1 of 8 weeks Block 2 of 8 weeks Block 3 of 4 Block 1 of 8 weeks Block 2 of 8 weeks Block 3 of 4
Amsterdam Science Park campus W W W.U VA . N L / E XC H A N G E weeks weeks
City Centre Campus
 STUDENT SERVICES
Accommodation
Immigration
uva.nl/housing
uva.nl/visa
10 REASONS TO UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM
choose the UvA
Finances uva.nl/expenses
Airport pick-up uva.nl/pickup
Insurance uva.nl/insurance A world-class education system, or you can explore the city by bike, discovering
Ambassadors uva.nl/ambassadors

2 01 8
Partner overview uva.nl/worldmap Founded on a tradition of highly integrated academics, places where no cars, buses or trams can take you.

1
the University of Amsterdam enjoys a global reputation
for cutting-edge research, high-quality teaching and a The city as a campus
RANKINGS

2 01 9
UvA’s global network The UvA scores highly in international rankings. It is broad range of degree programmes. Our open, tolerant The UvA is comprised of four campuses nestled in
If you are interested in coming on exchange to ranked among the top 30 universities in Europe and and international academic tradition dates back to 1632, the city of Amsterdam. Classes are held in quaint old
study at the University of Amsterdam, there is the top 100 worldwide. and continues strongly today thanks to our thriving buildings or in new buildings with state-of-the-art study
one essential question you must answer before community of independent thinkers. Now, with more facilities and research labs. On our campuses, traditional

2 3
you begin: is there an exchange agreement with
my university? There is a good chance that your
university is already part of our network of over 330
partner universities worldwide. But the only way
that you can participate in our exchange programme
is if we have an official agreement with your home
university and if you have been nominated for an
than 31,000 students, we are considered one of the boundaries dissolve, students and researchers connect,
best research universities in the world. We strive for disciplines converge, and businesses, governments and
RANGE OF ENGLISH COURSES INTERNATIONAL CLASSROOM
Both Dutch and international The international composition and excellence in teaching and research, and are proud to knowledge institutions collaborate.
students enroll in, and therefore diversity of the student population (around offer you one of the largest selections of English-taught
benefit from, the large selection of 100 nationalities) offers a truly international programmes in continental Europe.
English-taught courses. study environment.
Coming on exchange

4 5 6 7
exchange programme by your home university. Your We participate in an extensive network of European and
first step in becoming an exchange student is to global partner universities to facilitate student exchanges
INTERNATIONAL HISTORY QUALITY OF PRACTICAL
check our digital world map at The UvA is and help you broaden your horizon. If you are an
RESEARCH LIFE SUPPORT
www.uva.nl/worldmap or contact your home NETWORKS characterised Amsterdam is Students ambitious student at one of our partner universities,
international office to confirm whether your by a tolerant, the capital of are actively we encourage you to participate in a challenging and The UvA in
The UvA is an
open-minded the Netherlands supported in numbers
university has an agreement with the UvA, and what active member of inspiring academic exchange programme at the UvA.
and international
the deadlines and application procedures are.
numerous
EU-wide and academic
and is one of
the world’s
practical matters
such as opening During your time with us you will learn new analytical 1
UvA
global research tradition dating
back to 1632.
I best places to a bank account,
applying for
and problem solving skills, embark on interesting
4
We’re here to help networks, such
AM live, according
visas and finding
subjects that may not be offered at your home
Top 10 as the League of to several Campuses
Countries Incoming exchange students are hosted by one of European Research 1632 international accommodation university, enhance your interest in global issues and
7
of UvA’s the faculties and will receive academic and personal Universities (LERU) surveys. in Amsterdam. extend your knowledge of the world.
Faculties
international

8
guidance from the departmental international and of Universitas
students
office. You may be allowed to take one course
21 (U21).
Studying in Amsterdam
15
Summer
1 at another faculty, but you are expected to enrol STUDENT SUPPORT
Staff of the twelve international offices and of student
Amsterdam provides an ideal environment for academic Programmes
UK for a fulltime course load in one department. The services help international students with information, study. As the capital city with a population over 810.000 150+
2 central international office (part of Student Services) advice and support. inhabitants Amsterdam is the financial, creative and English-taught
Germany programmes
informs you about and assists you with all kinds of cultural heart of the Netherlands. It is also home to
3 330+

9 10
practical matters. More details on the exchange numerous (international) companies, institutions and
China Exchange partners
programmes, faculties and practical information is museums. The city boasts beautiful architecture and
4 available at www.uva.nl/exchange. To learn more
PRIME LOCATION PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
more than 160 canals, lending Amsterdam its unique 4,200+

No guts,
USA Amsterdam is well The UvA promotes an International
about the academic focus points of UvA faculties, connected for travel and charming historical ambience. The people of
5 within Europe and
interactive teaching style
that encourages students
students
please visit www.uva.nl/en/disciplines. Amsterdam are easy going and welcoming to foreigners
Italy has excellent links to to develop self-reliance and 31,000+
6 the rest of the world. independent thinking. since English is the city’s second language. Getting Students
France around is easy using the extensive public transport

no story
7
Spain The City Centre Campus
STUDENT LIFE
8 COLOFON DISCLAIMER
Australia Dutch language courses intt.uva.nl
International Student Network isn-amsterdam.nl
‘Exchange Programmes’ is a publication by Student Services, University of No rights can be derived from this publication. Reproduction of this publication
Academic calendar
9 Sports usc.uva.nl
Amsterdam (UvA), May 2017. Editorial address: University of Amsterdam,
Office of International Student Affairs, P.O. Box 15832, 1001 NH Amsterdam.
in whatever form is only permitted with prior consent from the Office of
International Student Affairs UvA.
SEMESTER 1
Hungary Design and editorial staff: Student Services UvA. Photography: Maarten Schuth, SEMESTER 2
Culture crea.uva.nl
10 Amsterdam iamsterdam.nl
Maartje Strijbis, Pieter Kers. Printing: Hub. Tonnaer.
Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June
Canada
Block 1 of 8 weeks Block 2 of 8 weeks Block 3 of 4 Block 1 of 8 weeks Block 2 of 8 weeks Block 3 of 4
Amsterdam Science Park campus W W W.U VA . N L / E XC H A N G E weeks weeks
City Centre Campus