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At the University of Amsterdam (UvA) students can choose from over 200 English-taught degree programmes – including some that are unique to this university. The UvA ranks 62nd in Times Higher World Rankings 2020 and is the #1 Dutch university in the THE Europe Teaching Rankings. With over 7,000 international students and researchers from more than 100 countries, the UvA offers one of the widest range of English-taught master’s studies in Europe.
Study in Netherlands
The Netherlands is a very popular study destination. Internationals choose this beautiful country because Dutch universities are some of the best in Europe, the living standards are high, foreigners are always welcome, and you get to live in one of the happiest and safest countries in the world. The Netherlands is also renowned for innovative technologies and engineering solutions, which is reflected in the wide range of Engineering degrees offered by universities. English is spoken by around 90% of Dutch citizens, so forget about language barriers. Also, bike lanes and the “cycling culture” will help you to stay fit and healthy, and there are diverse job opportunities and internships for international students.
Tracing its roots to the establishment of the Athenaeum Illustre in 1632, the UvA is a modern, research-intensive university located in the heart of a vibrant European capital city.
Do you have the intellect and ambition to join our innovative academic community? We welcome applications from open-minded students who want to broaden their international outlook, gain knowledge and skills for their career and help solve complex world issues. Learn more at www.uva.nl/international.
Why choose the UvA?
Prime location: The UvA’s home city is Amsterdam, a vibrant creative, European cultural and business hub. It was ranked 11th out of 231 cities in Mercer’s 2019 global ‘Quality of Living Survey’, 1st in Europe and 4th globally in The Economist’s Safe Cities Index 2019.
Wide choice of degrees: The University of Amsterdam offers over 200 English-taught degree programmes – one of the largest selections of any university in Europe.
Ranking, research, reputation: The UvA ranks among the top 20 universities in Europe and the top 65 worldwide in various world rankings. Accredited by the Dutch government and the NVAO, it is a member of the League of European Research Universities (LERU) and Universitas 21.
EU and global connections: Over 7,000 of the University’s 34,000 students come from outside the Netherlands, from over 100 countries. As an UvA student, you can expect to gain new perspectives, broaden your international network and strengthen your global mindset.
Bachelor’s programmes
In addition to a large number of Dutch-taught programmes, the UvA offers a variety of English-taught Bachelor’s programmes.
Master’s programmes
Over 200 English-taught Master’s programmes are available at UvA faculties:
- Faculty of Economics and Business
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty Medicine
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
University of Amsterdam Rankings
University of Amsterdam is ranked #40 in Best Global Universities. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.
University of Amsterdam Rankings
- #40inBest Global Universities
- #9inBest Global Universities in Europe
- #1inBest Global Universities in the Netherlands
University of Amsterdam Subject Rankings
- #22inArts and Humanities
- #127inBiology and Biochemistry
- #176inBiotechnology and Applied Microbiology (tie)
- #16inCardiac and Cardiovascular Systems
- #53inCell Biology (tie)
- #180inChemistry (tie)
- #40inClinical Medicine
- #93inComputer Science
- #52inEconomics and Business
- #40inEndocrinology and Metabolism
- #89inEnvironment/Ecology (tie)
- #7inGastroenterology and Hepatology
- #22inImmunology
- #22inInfectious Diseases
- #209inMathematics
- #67inMicrobiology
- #51inMolecular Biology and Genetics (tie)
- #43inNeuroscience and Behavior
- #85inOncology
- #95inPharmacology and Toxicology (tie)
- #79inPhysics
- #47inPlant and Animal Science
- #10inPsychiatry/Psychology
- #120inPublic, Environmental and Occupational Health
- #44inRadiology, Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging
- #23inSocial Sciences and Public Health
- #69inSpace Science
- #11inSurgery
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