VU University Amsterdam, founded in 1880, is a free university strongly oriented toward people and society, with nearly 25,000 students. The university offers inspiring study programs through which students can fully realize their potential. The atmosphere, the high standard of teaching and easy access to sources of information and knowledge encourage students to achieve excellent results. Classes are held in small groups and focus on communication and personal development.
Education in the Heart of Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the largest city in the Netherlands. At the end of the 12th century it was a fishing village, but following the changes of the Dutch Golden Age it became one of the largest ports in the world. At that time, Amsterdam was a leading economic and trading city.
VU University Amsterdam is located in the central part and business district of Amsterdam, and the tourist center is just minutes away by bike. Thousands of students, teachers and researchers from all over the world study and work on the international campus. And if that is not enough, the university offers excellent exchange opportunities in different parts of the world.
According to the Times Higher Education ranking for 2010, VU University Amsterdam is ranked 139th in the world. The university ranks highly in many world university rankings thanks to its high standard of teaching, and its modern research methods attract eminent scholars from the Netherlands and abroad.
Subjects taught in English:
- Business Analytics
- Computer Science
- International Business Administration
- Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Literature and Society
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics
General Information:
Duration of Study:
3-4 years for a Bachelor's degree
1-2 years for a Master's degree
Academic Year:
2 semesters - September and February
Start of the Academic Year:
September and February (February for some programs)
The application deadline is August 31 for both degree levels (Bachelor's and Master's), but some programs have an earlier deadline. For this reason, the university advises applying as soon as possible to secure a place.
Admission Requirements:
Almost all programs require only a high school diploma
IELTS
Bachelor's and Master's degrees require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, depending on the chosen program.
TOEFL
Bachelor's - minimum 92
Master's - minimum 90
Cambridge English: Advanced/Proficiency
Bachelor's, Master's - minimum level C
Tuition Fees:
Bachelor's programs - €1951, except for the Physiotherapy program, for which the fee is €2951.
Master's programs range between €1951 and €13500, depending on the course of study.
Accommodation:
The university does not have its own residence halls, but it works with a company that provides rooms for students. Rent is between €350 and €450 per month. Living expenses in Amsterdam range between €700 and €1000 per month.