Meet and socialise with your peers

As an international (exchange) student studying in the capital city of the Netherlands, you probably like to also meet Dutch students and integrate in the Dutch student life. This is very much possible as we have our own study association, called Sefa. They serve students of all courses and study years at Economics and Business and organise a large number of activities, like drinks and parties.

You can actively join Sefa by becoming a member, there are different memberships, read more about them on the website.

Meet your fellow international students

As international (exchange) student you might be interested getting in contact with your fellow international students from other faculties or with students from your country. The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) gives you this opportunity by organising a wide range of activities during the academic year, like movie nights, excursions, parties and weekly drinks. A calendar of upcoming activities can be found on the website and more information about activities is also given in a weekly newsletter.

Sports

The University Sports Center (USC) allows all students from the UvA to practice their favorite sport at reduced prices. By doing a sport you will meet your fellow Dutch students and become more integrated in the Dutch student life. The USC offers a wide range of sports from Fitness to Martial Arts, team sports and dance classes. In total over 70 sports are being presented. So take your chance and choose!

Creative workshops

If you wish to develop your creative talents than the University of Amsterdam will be the right choice for you. A large number of classes and workshops in the field of music, dance, photography and new media are offered by the Cultural Center of the University, called CREA.

The following workshops, amongst others, are provided for international students:

• Animation
• Percussion
• Film making
• Creative writing

For more detailed information on these courses and more information on possibilities to attend other courses refer to the following website.

Exploring and going out in Amsterdam

In addition to the time spent at Economics & Business, your spare time can be dedicated to discover the lively and beautiful city of Amsterdam! Theatre, music, movies, exhibitions, everyone will find something of his/her own taste. The following websites offer useful information on a wide range of topics such as city life, hotels, museums, exhibitions, getting around, dining and much more.

Getting around

Amsterdam offers an excellent public transport system that makes getting around the city easy and efficient. Operated primarily by GVB, the network includes trams, buses, metros, trains, and ferries, connecting all corners of the city seamlessly. Whether you're exploring the iconic canals or commuting between neighborhoods, public transport provides a convenient way to experience everything this compact yet vibrant city has to offer.