To apply for this Master's programme, you will need to register in Studielink and subsequently apply through the application system DataNose (February start)/SIS (September start) before the mentioned dates, even if you have not yet completed your Bachelor's programme.   

Start your application procedure in time   

We strongly advise you to apply as early as possible, a week before the deadline at the latest, as registration in Studielink and DataNose/SIS, and arranging for all documents will take several days.   

Please note, applications received after the deadline will not be considered for admission.  

Deadlines   

Starting in February:   

Starting in September:   

* Are you a current Bachelor's or Master's student at a Dutch higher education institution? Then the deadline mentioned under “EU/EEA students” applies, i.e. 30 June 23.59 CET (September start)/31 October 23.59 CET (February start).  

Deadline with a UvA Scholarship 

Please note that if you want to apply for a UvA Scholarship, other deadlines for application to the Master's programme apply.

The track Chemistry of Life in the Master's programme Chemistry is open to:

• Applicants with an academic Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a comparable discipline
• Applicants with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a comparable discipline from a university of applied sciences (HBO) – only after completion of a Dutch taught pre-Master’s programme of max 30 EC.

Before you can apply to the UvA, you will need to submit an enrollment application through Studielink. Studielink is the national online system for students who aim to enroll in a degree programme at a Dutch institute of higher education.   

Check your DigiD (before starting in Studielink)   

A DigiD (Digital Identification) is an online ID that provides access to government administration websites.   

• Students who do not live in the Netherlands can use Studielink without a DigiD.   

• Students who currently live in the Netherlands will need their DigiD to use Studielink. We strongly recommend you to apply for your DigiD at least three weeks before registering in Studielink.   

Important: While selecting the Master's programme of your interest in Studielink, make sure to select the regular programme (option 1). Do not select option 2 (after a temporary termination of enrolment) or option 3 (elective) if you are a degree seeking student. You will select the track of your interest later on in SIS.   

After submitting your enrolment application in Studielink, you will receive an email with your UvAnetID. This can take up to 48 hours. Follow the instructions in the email to activate your UvAnetID as you will need it to complete your UvA application.   

After submitting an enrolment request in Studielink, you will receive an email within 48 hours with a link to submit your application in DataNose (February start)/SIS (September start). To log in to DataNose/SIS, you will need your activated UvAnetID. Please fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and submit your application before the application deadline.   

Please note: Completing all the steps may take a few days. You might also need to look for or request certain documents. We therefore strongly recommend that you start well in advance.   
   
Documents should be uploaded in PDF format. A complete application consists of the following documents:   
   

1. A self-written motivation letter in English (max. 500 words).   
2. Your curriculum vitae in the English language. Please ensure that all previous education, including high school, is included.   
3. A copy of your Bachelor's transcript including your GPA.   
4. A copy of your Bachelor's diploma/certificate or an official graduation statement. Please include a (self-made) list of courses in your final year, if you have not yet completed your current academic programme.    
5. A summary of your Bachelor's thesis/project in English (if applicable).    

In case any of the above-mentioned documents are missing, your application will be considered incomplete, and we cannot continue with your application.     

As soon as you have submitted the (sufficiently) complete online application in DataNose/SIS, it will be evaluated by our Admissions Board. We strive to process each application within 6 weeks. You can track the status of your admission using the checklist in DataNose/SIS.   

Accept    

If you meet all the entry requirements and the Admissions Board has approved your application, we will send you a letter of conditional acceptance by email. Please accept your offer in DataNose/SIS within 2 weeks. If you do not respond to your offer within 2 weeks, we cannot continue with your admission process. Please note that accepting the offer does not oblige you to start the programme. You will still be able to withdraw your enrolment request in Studielink until August 31st.   

Decline    

Please remember to cancel your Studielink enrolment request if you reject the offer in SIS.   

Defer    

It is not possible to defer your admission to the next academic year. A new enrolment is required for each academic year as entry requirements may change.   

If you are (conditionally) admitted to a Master’s programme, then do check your DataNose/SIS application. The link in your checklist gives you all required information about the verification of your previous education.   

A student ID card is a personal card which serves as proof of identity for examinations or borrowing library books. After admission, you will receive instructions on how to request your student ID card. 

To finalize your enrolment in a degree programme at the UvA, you will be required to pay the tuition fee.