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University of Amsterdam

A modern institution with a long and rich history, the UvA is one of Europe’s most prominent research-led universities.

Coronavirus

Coronavirus updates & FAQ
See our coronavirus updates and frequently asked questions for UvA students and staff.
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Emergency Fund for students
Students who have fallen behind in their studies due to illness resulting from corona virus can apply for emergency financial support.
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Bachelor's programmes

Looking for an undergraduate degree? Browse our range of English-language Bachelor's programmes.
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Master's programmes

Choose from over 200 Master's programmes, from Accountancy to Astronomy and from Medical Informatics to Media Studies.
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Short courses and other programmes

Browse the UvA's range of other programmes, including Executive Master's programmes or MBAs for professionals, summer and winter courses and a wide range of open modules.
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Choosing a study programme? Join our online events
Experience Days are now offered online. You can also watch programme information videos from the Bachelor's Day. Or maybe you have questions you want to ask a student. Now you can ask them directly through our special Instagram page.
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News and interviews

UvA climbs to 61st place in QS World University Rankings

10 Jun 2020
The University of Amsterdam has climbed 3 places in the QS World University Rankings 2020-2021, moving from 64th to 61st place. The rankings list was published by QS on Wednesday, 10 June.
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New UvA elective: Pandemic

9 Jun 2020
Tracing the virus, bringing international air traffic to a standstill, social isolation, empty supermarkets, unprecedented pressure on healthcare, a global recession. The new coronavirus and the worldwide ...
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Dick den Hertog appointed professor of Operations Research

29 Jun 2020
Professor Dick den Hertog has been appointed professor of Operations Research at the Faculty of Economics and Business of the University of Amsterdam. As a professor of Operations Research, Den Hertog will focus on ...
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AI technology for people
Find out about UvA research in the field of artificial intelligence: new algorithms, practical applications and their impact on society.
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‘History is not just about knowing. Above all, it’s about critical thinking.’
Vincent Kuitenbrouwer, University Lecturer in History of International Relations
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