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International Study Programmes

‘Choosing the University of Amsterdam means

opting for the intellectual depth of an academic

study in an environment that offers unique

opportunities and experiences.’ Professor Dymph van den Boom

Cover photo:

May Massoud from Syria, studying for a Master

degree in Conflict Resolution and Governance

Word of welcome

Choosing the University of Amsterdam means opting for the intellectualdepth of an academic study in an environment that offers unique opportunitiesand experiences.

At the UvA, students from all over the world learn together on an equal footing. Discussion takes on a whole new dimension in this environment, thanks to the diversity of the participants’ cultural, national and academic backgrounds.

As one of the largest educational institutions in the Netherlands, we want you to feel at home and to enjoy your studies at the UvA.

We provide everything you need to learn successfully in an inspiring, challenging and international setting. All we ask in return are your commitment and effort, involvement and initiative. We want you to feel responsible for your own academic progress and so put the best of yourself into your work.

From wherever in the world you come to us, we hope and believe your time here will prove to be of lasting value for the rest of your student life and beyond.

Professor Dymph van den BoomRector Magnificus, University of Amsterdam

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University of Amsterdam 4

Study programmes 10

Overview of International Study Programmes (taught in English) 16

Practical matters 20

Student facilities 22

Useful addresses 26

Contents

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The University of Amsterdam is a metropolitan university with an excellent reputation for research which gives students the chance to study in an international environment and enjoy the academic, social and cultural opportunities the city of Amsterdam has to offer.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is a modern university with a rich history, its roots trace back to 1632, when the Amsterdam city council founded the Athenaeum Illustre to train students in Trade and Philosophy. Until the nineteenth century, this remained a small institution with no more than 250 students and eight professors. In 1877, it was renamed the University of Amsterdam and granted the right to confer the highest academic degrees. The UvA is now one of the largest universities in Europe, with seven faculties and more than 28,000 students and 5,000 staff members. It currently offers the highest number of Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes in the Netherlands, with Master’s programmes covering nearly every academic discipline.

Partly because many of the Master’s programmes are taught in English, the UvA is able to attract many international students. It therefore has a student body in which countless nationalities are

represented. In addition, the wide range of academic programmes and courses available to choose from means students can tailor their studies to suit their personal ambitions and talents. The UvA ensures they are supported during and after their studies via academic and career counselling.

A research university

The UvA prides itself on being an excellent research university. Many of its Master’s programmes directly reflect leading research in a given field of study, thus exposing students to groundbreaking research during their studies. Research Master’s programmes are offered in nearly every discipline. The ResearchMaster’s programmes are designed specifically to prepare students for PhD level research or a research based career.The research activities’ significance at the UvA extends beyond the confines of the academic community and their findings benefit society at large. In fact, the problems and issues affecting society often provide the stimulus for the scientific studies.

The proximity of cultural and scientific institutes, such as the Maison Descartes, the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW), the Goethe

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Institute, SARA Computing and Network Services and the International Information Centre and Archives for the Women’s Movement (IIAV), enriches research and independent study.

The UvA is in the League of European Research Universities (LERU). An association of leading research universities founded to strengthen the position of European universities in the arena of international scientific research.

A metropolitan university

The UvA is inextricably linked with the city of Amsterdam. Its facilities, offices and faculties are spread throughout the city.

The majority of the UvA’s arts and social science programmes are housed in the city centre, along with a large number of facilities, including the University Library, the Special Collections Library and the Zoological Museum Amsterdam.

Many of the faculties are housed in characteristic old buildings in the heart of the city. Most of the science programmes are based just outside the old city centre, in the newly developed Science Park Amsterdam in the Watergraafsmeer district. Science Park Amsterdam brings

together a dynamic mix of educational institutes, research institutes and knowledge based enterprises in an inspiring collaborative environment. In fact, with the faculties spread across the city in this way, the UvA’s campus is Amsterdam itself.

RankingsIn the 2008 THE-QS World University Rankings, the UvA was ranked the highest in the Netherlands and 15th in Europe. Several disciplines taught at the UvA have also done well in more specific quality rankings. High scores were achieved, for example, in the Centre for Higher Education’s (CHE) 2007/8 Ranking of Excellent European Graduate Programmes, a league table for programmes in the areas of biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics.

The city

Amsterdam, famous for its historical buildings and canals, is a multi-faceted city bustling with knowledge, commerce, creativity and innovation. The tolerant atmosphere and the open-mindedness of its inhabitants form an inviting setting for scientists, entrepreneurs and artists who often work together, inspiring and

stimulating one another. It is this dynamic and challenging environment that attracts many national and international students to the city.

The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam is an exuberant small-scale metropolis where you quickly feel safe and welcome. The city of Rembrandt van Rijn, H.P. Berlage, Anne Frank and Johan Cruyff, it has a unique cultural and intellectual life. Countless museums, festivals and artistic groups stage exhibitions and performances all year round. In 2008, Amsterdam was deemed one of the top 15 cities worldwide in terms of quality of life. And with Schiphol, one of Europe’s major airports, a mere 20 minutes away, the world is just around the corner.

Named after the Amstel River, Amsterdam expanded rapidly from the thirteenth century onwards due to a thriving maritime industry, to become the largest city of the Netherlands by 1500. During the seventeenth century, the ‘Golden Age’, it grew into one of the wealthiest and most powerful cities in the world. It was then that its famous crescent-shaped canals were built. With its tradition of intellectual tolerance, Amsterdam attracted scholars and writers unable to find the same level of freedom in their own countries. Baruch Spinoza

‘The University of Amsterdam is at the heart

of our city, both literally and figuratively...

Studying here means learning in a lively,

world-class city. A place that compels you to

make choices and to think about how you

view and experience life.’ Job Cohen, Mayor of Amsterdam

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and René Descartes flourished here, alongside Dutch painters, poets and scientists such as Johannes Vermeer, Constantijn Huygens and Antonie van Leeuwenhoek. Intellectual and cultural curiosity have prevailed in the Netherlands ever since.

This same rich and diverse culture can be found in Amsterdam today, amid a climate of forward-thinking professionalism. Education has always played a vital role in the development of Dutch culture. The UvA, as one of the largest centres of study and research in the Netherlands, continues to be one of its key players.

Studying in an international environment

To create an international environment where learning and creativity can flourish, the UvA has always encouraged international cooperation. It attracts students from all over the world, and presently has more than 1800 international students and researchers from over 80 countries.It also has one of the largest numbers of international study programmes of any university in Europe. Most classes at the Master’s level feature students with different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. In an era of globalisation and an increasingly international labour market, this environment helps students prepare for their future careers. It also allows faculties to seek international standards of excellence. The curriculum is constantly reviewed and revised, and comprises more than 100 study programmes, taught in English. The UvA constantly strives to improve the quality and efficiency of existing programmes a well as developing new courses of study.

Career prospects

The research-oriented and metropolitan UvA could have no better home than a centre of cultural,

scientific and international business activity such as Amsterdam. Students have ready access to a network of businesses, institutions and agencies related to their academic programme. The UvA has an excellent relationship with numerous regional, national and international businesses and organisations.

In an expanding global labour market, international students in Amsterdam can find many major multi-national organisations. The UvA Student Career Centre provides international graduates with information, training, advice on career planning, identifying opportunities for employment and how to market themselves effectively.www.student.uva.nl/work

Amsterdam University College Amsterdam University College (AUC) opened in September 2009. It offers a top quality (Honours), broad (interdisciplinary), internationally oriented Bachelor’s programme in the liberal arts and sciences. The programme, taught in English, targets excellent students from in and outside the Netherlands. AUC is a joint initiative of the University of Amsterdam and the VU University Amsterdam.

May Massoud from Syriastudying for a Master degree in Conflict Resolution and Governance

‘My first visit to the Netherlands in 2007 gave me the feeling that I will be back to this country

soon. So, after I completed my BA degree in International Relations at University of Kalamoon,

Syria, and after few years of working in different professional fields, I chose the University of

Amsterdam to continue my studies and obtain a Master’s degree in “Conflict Resolutions and

Governance”. The supportive academic ambiance at UvA helped me to enhance my skills and

continue working on my knowledge development. It was a wonderful year for me in Holland

where I enjoyed the diversity of cultures and thoughts.’


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1 International recognition

We are among the top 15 universities

in Europe and the leading one in the

Netherlands according to the Times QS

World University Rankings 2008.

2 Range of study The UvA has one of the largest

numbers of international Master’s study

programmes of any university in Europe,

with over 100 taught in English and

several of the courses offered being

unique to the UvA.

3 Depth of study Excellent academic career paths

with multiple options to pursue study

within or across disciplines all the way

from Bachelor through to PhD level and

further.

4 Research quality The UvA is in the League of

European Research Universities (LERU).

An association founded to strengthen

the position of European universities in

the arena of international scientific

research. The UvA is also an active

partner in many EU wide initiatives with

other universities or research institutions.

5 History The University of Amsterdam

continues a tolerant, open and

international academic tradition dating

back to 1632. The faculties are located in

either the heart of the old city or state of

the art purpose-built facilities.

6 Quality of life The city of Amsterdam features

as one of the world’s 15 best places to

live in Mercers 2008 “Quality of living

Survey”. In the 2008 pan-European

“International student barometer”,

96% of UvA students polled were ‘very

satisfied’ about safety, and 96% said it

was ‘the place to be’.

7 Practical support The UvA presently has more

than 1,800 international students, from

over 80 countries, all actively supported

by the International Student Network

while in Amsterdam. The UvA helps

with logistics such as opening a bank

account, applying for visas and finding

accommodation.

8 Career prospects The presence of numerous

Dutch and international firms (e.g.

Philips, ING, Heineken) academic

institutions and cultural organisations

make Amsterdam the commercial, social

and artistic heart of the Netherlands and

a prestigious global business centre.

Students benefit from having access to

major corporations during their studies

and afterwards.

9 Prime location Amsterdam is well connected

for travel to the rest of Europe with

excellent links to the rest of world.

The city has long been a cultural and

commercial crossroads and gives students

access to all the arts, entertainment and

social possibilities of a capital city.

10 Personal development Study programmes at the UvA

offer a high level of autonomy. Respect

for each individual’s opinions and

convictions are central in the

Netherlands’ diverse and plural society.

This leads to an interactive teaching style

encouraging students to develop self

reliance and independent thought.

10 Reasons to study at the University of Amsterdam

The UvA offers a range of programmes which not only allow students to study the subjects they want in depth, but provides the opportunity to investigate multi-disciplinary topics. The university actively cooperates its peers to provide its students with access to the best academic minds available in whichever areas they choose.

All the Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes are overseen by one or more of the relevant faculties. Namely:■ the Faculty of Economics and

Business, ■ the Faculty of Humanities, ■ the Faculty of Medicine

(AMC-UvA), ■ the Faculty of Social and

Behavioural Sciences,

■ the Faculty of Science, ■ the Faculty of Law ■ the Faculty of Dentistry (ACTA),

a joint undertaking with the VU University Amsterdam

In addition, there is the interdisciplinary Bachelor’s programme in the liberal arts and sciences, offered by the Amsterdam University College (AUC); a joint initiative of the University of Amsterdam and the VU University Amsterdam.

Undergraduate Programmes

Certificate programmes These non-degree programmes, made up of electives, are designed for students who have successfully completed two years of academic training in a relevant field. Certificate students receive an

official transcript indicating the courses taken and the credits and grades obtained. Students can enrol in certificate programmes for one semester or for a full year.

Bachelor’s programmes These are three-year study programmes leading to a Bachelor’s degree. Students with qualifications equivalent to the Dutch university preparatory education (VWO) can apply for these programmes. This starting level is equivalent to that of most other Western European countries, but can be more advanced than in some countries outside the region. At the UvA, only two Bachelor’s programmes are taught in English the BSc in Economics and Business and Bachelor’s programme in the liberal arts and sciences at the AUC. All other Bachelor’s programmes are taught in Dutch.

Cooperation with the Hogeschool van Amsterdam The UvA cooperates closely with the Hogeschool van Amsterdam (HvA), a university of applied sciences. With some 30,000 students, the HvA is one of the largest institutes of professional education in the Netherlands. It offers a number of Bachelor’s programmes taught entirely in English. www.hva.nl

Study programmes

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Studying in Dutch Students with foreign qualifications wishing to enrol in an undergraduate programme taught in Dutch can visit www.uva.nl/education for more information about the options available. www.uva.nl/education

Graduate Programmes

Master’s programmes The UvA has more than 180 Master’s programmes, several of which are unique in the Netherlands and others renowned around the world. The Master’s programmes cover a diverse range of subject areas, ranging from Public International Law to Forensic Science, from Mathematical Physics to Gender, Sexuality and Society, from Urban Studies to Preservation and Presentation of the Moving Image, and from Cultural Analysis to Business Economics. More than 100 of these are taught entirely in English.

From regular to advanced In addition to regular Master’s programmes, the UvA offers; Research, Professional, Advanced and Executive Master’s programmes. www.uva.nl/isp (see ‘Programmes’)

Research Master’s programmes Research Master’s programmes prepare students for a career in research or the pursuit of a PhD. The minimum entry requirement is a Dutch Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent, in a relevant field. Students are also selected on the basis of motivation, research skills and previous academic results. A Research Master’s programme usually takes two years. Students with a previous Master’s degree may be allowed to complete the programme in a shorter period.

Professional Master’s programmes Professional Master’s programmes are extended Master’s programmes, lasting between one-and-a-half to two years, designed to combine in-depth theoretical knowledge with practice-based learning. The knowledge of theory that students acquire is put into practice during an internship. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates receive a Master’s degree in the appropriate discipline.

Advanced and Executive Master’s programmes Advanced Master’s programmes are intended for specific groups of professionals with a Master’s degree who are seeking to extend their knowledge of a specific discipline. These usually last one year. Students with a Bachelor’s degree and several

years of relevant work experience can also apply. Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates receive a Master’s degree in the appropriate discipline.Executive Master’s programmes are similar to Advanced Master’s programmes. These are designed for professionals who already hold a Master’s degree and who have either experience in management or management potential. PhD programmes Each faculty has a keen interest in supporting PhD research in or across all the disciplines covered at the university. Both Dutch and international students can take part in PhD programmes at the University of Amsterdam. International candidates must have an academic qualification equivalent to a Dutch Master’s degree. Students at the UvA pursue their PhD qualifications in different ways; ■ As a ‘Promovendus’, which is in

effect a researcher employed within a research initiative which has advertised for applicants

■ Occasionally by enrolling on an existing formal study programme, where they pay tuition

■ Or as an external candidate, with funding, who has proposed a research programme which has been accepted by a full professor

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Non degree programmesSummer programmes Each year the university offers a range of summer programmes in the fields of Law, the Social and Behavioural Sciences, and Cognitive Science. www.uva.nl/summerprogrammes

Exchange programmes All the programmes described in this brochure are open to fee-paying students enrolled at the University of Amsterdam. Students already registered in a degree programme at a foreign university can also take courses at the UvA i.e. an ‘academic exchange’. Exchange students attend the UvA for a limited period of time (one academic year or one semester), while remaining registered at their home university. They attend the UvA as part of an exchange programme, such as ERASMUS, TEMPUS or ISEP, or as a result of a bilateral agreement between their home university and the UvA. Exchange students do not receive an academic degree or diploma from the UvA, but they are issued an official transcript. Credits received at the UvA should be transferable to their home university.

Study informationThe academic year The UvA’s academic year is from 1 September to mid-July, divided into two semesters of 21 weeks each. The

first runs from early September to early February, the second from early February to mid-July. The duration of individual programmes can be found in the specific programme descriptions. www.uva.nl/isp

Credit system Semesters are composed of courses each worth 5 to 10 ECTS credits, in accordance with the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). This makes it possible to transfer credits more easily between European academic institutions. A full-time study for one academic year represents 60 credits, corresponding to 1,680 hours of study.

Grading system The criteria and grading system used at the UvA are common to Dutch academic institutions although students will find they vary from those applied in other parts of Europe and elsewhere.

Educational style Students from other countries may notice a considerable difference between the style of education in their own country and here in the Netherlands. The approach at the UvA entrusts students with a high degree of individual responsibility, encouraging them to develop an independent and critical way of thinking. This type of academic environment will be part of the challenge students face when they follow a programme at the UvA. Study programmes comprise a number of courses and generally conclude with a thesis. Depending on the course, classes meet once or twice a week in sessions of two or three hours each.

Core courses and electives Most certificate and Master’s programmes include a number of compulsory core courses, and electives, which the students can choose. Students enrolled in one of the international study programmes may also take courses in other academic disciplines or programmes

Dutch Grade ECTS Equivalent Distribution (%) US Grade ECTS Grade

8 - 10 Excellent 10 A A

7.5 - 8 Very Good 25 B B

7 - 7.5 Good 30 B C

6 - 7 Satisfactory 25 C D

5.5 - 6 Sufficient 10 D E

< 5.5 Fail F F

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at the UvA, if there is room and the student meets the entrance requirements.

PlagiarismIf you copy material from websites, encyclopaedias, books or other sources without giving full credit to the original authors, you are committing plagiarism. This is regarded as a serious breach of the university’s rules. Plagiarism can result in the loss of credits or even suspension, and can seriously jeopardise your academic future or other career prospects. Papers may be electronically screened for plagiarism. Please familiarise yourself with the UvA’s Regulations Governing Fraud and Plagiarism for UvA Students, and contact your programme coordinator if you have any questions on this matter. TeachingStudents at the UvA will be exposed to diverse teaching methods. Assessment for participation in a course can be based on a written examination, a test, a paper or a combination of all three.

TutorialsDuring tutorials or seminars, students discuss subject matter, undertake assignments and write papers as well as practice their presentation skills.

Practical trainingPractical training forms part of the curriculum of some programmes.During practical training, the emphasis is on assignments rather than reading academic texts.In Chemistry or Physics, the assignments can take the form of laboratory experiments, while Dentistry or Medicine students may copy or perform medical procedures. Practical training can also involve computer work.

FieldworkIn some programmes students conduct fieldwork. Students go into the field in order to examine their object of study in its natural environment or to gather research data.

Language coursesEnglish language coursesVarious courses are available at UvA Talen, the independent language centre of the UvA, for students wishing to improve their English.English skills courses are offered at four different levels, from elementary to advanced. Courses focus on speaking, writing and presentation skills, including writing academic papers in English and preparing essays in English for lectures and tutorials. These courses usually have to be funded by the student themselves.www.uvatalen.nl

Dutch language courses The UvA’s Institute for Dutch as a Second Language (INTT) offers Dutch language courses at six different levels, from absolute beginners to advanced. Before the start of the academic year, there are intensive three-week summer courses, involving 48 hours of classes in total. Extensive day and evening courses (36 hours in total) are also organised at all six levels throughout the year. Applicants are advised to apply at least two months before the starting date to be sure of a place. www.intt.uva.nl

Student Language Exchange Amsterdam Are you interested in learning Dutch and meeting Dutch students? If so, check out the Student Language Exchange website at www.sle-amsterdam.nl

The goal of this online forum, a joint initiative of the International Student Network and the ASVA student union, is to foster language exchange between Dutch and international students at the UvA and the Hogeschool van Amsterdam. In this way, in an informal setting international students can learn Dutch from Dutch students who also want to improve their skills in another language.

Chris Castiglione from the USAMA in New Media

‘The New Media programme is one of the best- the faculty and its professors have an excellent

reputation. Having the opportunity to work under key figures in the field was great. So it was

really the MA programme that brought me here, but of course, there were other factors.

In comparison to most schools back home, I could complete a Master’s in a year (instead of two)

and the student experience is more laid back and relaxed, and I think that makes it a better place

to study. The classes at the UvA are interesting because they challenge the students to think

critically.

Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. I really can’t say how enjoyable it is

just riding my bike everyday: over the bridges, past the canals and through the main squares.

It is a very international city and you meet and learn from people who have come from all over

the world.’


Application and admissions procedures

Entry requirementsFaculities’ entry requirements vary per programme. The minimum requirements for most Bachelors programmes include a suitable high school education (equivalent to the Dutch VWO diploma) including relevant topics. Applicants from some countries require an additional one or two years of university or college education. For all Master’s programmes, a Bachelor’s degree in a related subject is a general entry requirement; potential students will also need a letter of motivation, letters of recommendation and a curriculum vitae. Some programmes have additional selection procedures. Check the programme details on the International Study Programmes website for details.www.uva.nl/isp go to ‘Programmes’

and then ‘Application and admission’

English language requirements Non-native English speakers must have a reasonable level of proficiency in English. Please note that some faculties or institutes require higher test scores than others. Scores from the following tests are accepted: ■ TOEFL ■ IELTS (academic module) ■ Cambridge International

Please note that not every

department or programme accepts all these test scores. For more information about each study programme’s English language requirements, please visit: www.uva.nl/isp go to ‘Programmes’


Native English speakers with a degree from one of the following countries do not need to take an English language proficiency test: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States of America.

ApplicationsCurrent application forms are available online. Completed application forms and all accompanying documentation should be sent directly to the programme managers or institutes as indi cated on the website. These will be the point of contact for all further information regarding application and admissions. Please note that some study programmes charge an application fee. www.uva.nl/isp go to ‘Programmes’


Deadlines The deadlines for application vary per programme. Since the application procedure and possible visa procedures can take some time, it is strongly recommended to begin the application procedure well in advance.

Early registration also increases the chances of finding suitable accommodation. As a rough guide for students from outside the EEA deadlines are between 1 February and May 15, for those coming from inside the EEA between 1 April and 15 May, again individual programmes have their own schedules and students are generally advised to apply as soon as possible.www.uva.nl/isp (see specific programme

information)

Financial matters Please note that some programmes, such as the Certificate, Advanced Master’s and Executive Master’s programmes, are not funded by the Dutch government. As a result, tuition fees for these programmes are generally substantially higher than the regular tuition fee. The same fee is applicable to all students regardless of their nationality.

Students from EU/EEA countries, Suriname and Switzerland Most international study programmes are financed by the Dutch government. Students under the age of 30 from one of the EU/EEA countries or from Suriname and Switzerland pay the regular national tuition fee for these programmes.

Students from non-EU/EEA countries Government funding for students from non-EU/EEA countries, with the exception of Switzerland, is no longer available. The Tuition fee for these students is therefore now considerably higher. The UvA has established a scholarship programme, known as the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships (AMS), specifically designed to offer talented and hard-working non-EU/ EEA students the opportunity to pursue a degree at the UvA. www.uva.nl/ams

www.uva.nl/tuitionfees

Financial aid In additions to the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships, other forms of financial support are available to exceptional students for studying in the Netherlands. Please note that, in some cases, students may make use of the Dutch government’s system of student grants and loans (studie-financiering). www.uva.nl/scholarships

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Programmes Tracks Duration Annual tuition fee1

Non-EEA EEA

Economics and Business

Undergraduate certificate programmes

Economics and Business 1 sem-1 year web web

Bachelor’s programme (BSc)

Economics and Business 3 years € 9,000 € 1,620

Master’s programmes (MSc)

Accountancy & Control2 AccountancyControl

1 year € 12,000

€ 1,620

Actuarial Sciences and Mathematical Finance

1 year € 12,000

€ 1,620

Business Economics

Finance Organisation Economics Real Estate Finance

1 year

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Business Studies2 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Econometrics

Econometrics Financial Econometrics Mathematical Econometrics

1 year

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Economics 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Operations Research and Management 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Research Master’s programmes (MSc)

Tinbergen Institute Master of Philosophy in Economics (research)

2 years € 12,000

€ 1,620

Advanced and Executive Master’s programmes

Business Administration (MBA)2

Corporate Social Responsibility Entrepreneurship Finance Real Estate

1 year

€ 29,000

€ 29,000

Business Administration (MBA) (modular)5 1.5 years € 29,500 € 29,500

International Finance2

International Finance Law and Finance Mathematical Finance Real Estate Finance

1 year

€ 26,000

€ 26,000

International Executive Master of Finance and Control (EMFC(RC))5

2.5 years web web

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Programmes Degree awarded Duration Annual tuition fee1

Non-EEA EEA

Humanities


Humanities 1 sem-1 year web web

Master’s programmes (MA)

American Studies MA in History 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Discourse and Argumentation Studies MA in Philosophy 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Dutch Art MA in Art History 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

English Language MA in English Language and Culture 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

English Literature MA in English Language and Culture 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

European Studies MA in European Studies 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Film Studies MA in Media and Culture 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

General Linguistics MA in General Linguistics 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Hebrew Language and Culture MA in Hebrew Language and Culture 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Modern Greek Language and Culture MA in Modern Greek Language and Culture

1 year € 10,500

€ 1,620

Musicology MA in Musicology 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Mysticism and Western Esotericism MA in Religious Studies 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

New Media MA in Media and Culture 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Philosophy MA in Philosophy 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Religious Studies MA in Religious Studies 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Slavonic Languages and Cultures MA in Slavonic Languages and Cultures

1 year € 10,500

€ 1,620

Theatre Studies MA in Theatre Studies 1 year € 10,500 € 1,620

Professional Master’s programmes (MA)

Preservation and Presentation of the Moving Image

MA in Preservation and Presentation of the Moving Image

1.5 years € 10,500

€ 1,620

Erasmus Mundus programmes (MA)

International Performance Research3 1.5 years web web

Research Master’s programmes (MA)

Artistic Research MA in Art Studies 2 years € 10,500 € 1,620

Cultural Analysis MA in Cultural Analysis 2 years € 10,500 € 1,620

Linguistics MA in Linguistics 2 years € 10,500 € 1,620

Literary Studies MA in Literary Studies 2 years € 10,500 € 1,620

Media Studies MA in Media Studies 2 years € 10,500 € 1,620

Philosophy MA in Philosophy 2 years € 10,500 € 1,620

Religious Studies MA in Religious Studies 2 years € 10,500 € 1,620

Rhetoric, Argumentation Theory and Philosophy (RAP)

MA in Rhetoric, Argumentation and Philosophy

2 years € 10,500

€ 1,620

PHD programmes

Cultural Analysis 3 years web web

Law


Law 1 sem - 1 year web web

Master’s programmes (LLM)

European Private Law LLM in Private Law 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

International and European Law, tracks in: ■ European Union Law

LLM in International and European Law

1 year € 12,000

€ 1,620

■ European Union Business Law

■ International Trade and Investment Law

■ Public International Law

International Criminal Law4 LLM in International Criminal Law 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Research Master’s programmes (LLM)

Public International Law4 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620


Liberal Arts and Sciences

Bachelor’s programmes (BA/BSc)

Amsterdam University College 3 years € 10,950 € 3,450

Medicine


Medical Informatics MSc in Medical Informatics 2 years € 12,000 € 1.620

Social and Behavioural Sciences


Social Sciences 1 sem - 1 year web web

Geography, Planning and International Development Studies

1 sem - 1 year web web

Communication Science 1 sem - 1 year web web

Law, Culture and Society 1 sem web web

Pedagogical and Educational Sciences 1 sem - 1 year web web

Psychology 1 sem - 1 year web web


Children's Rights

MSc in Anthropology, Educational Sciences or International Development Studies

1 year

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Comparative Labour and Organisation Studies

MSc in Sociology 1 year € 12,000

€ 1,620

Conflict Resolution and Governance MSc in Political Science 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Contemporary Asian Studies MSc in Contemporary Asian Studies 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

European Communication Studies MSc in Communication Science 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

European Union in a Global Order MSc in Political Science 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Gender, Sexuality and Society MSc in Sociology, Political Science or Anthropology

1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

International Development Studies MSc in International Development Studies

1 year € 12,000

€ 1,620

International Relations MSc in Political Science 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Medical Anthropology and Sociology MSc in Medical Anthropology and Sociology

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Migration and Ethnic Studies MSc in Sociology or Anthropology 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Social Policy and Social Work in Urban Areas

MSc in Sociology 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Social Theory and Public Affairs MSc in Sociology 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Urban Studies MSc in Sociology, Human Geography or Urban and Regional Planning

1 year € 12,000

€ 1,620

Erasmus Mundus programmes (MA)

Journalism and Media within Globalisation3 2 years web web

Research Master’s programmes (MSc)

Communication Science MSc in Communication Science 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Educational Sciences - Parenting, Education and Child Development

MSc in Educational Sciences 2 years € 12,000

€ 1,620

Human Geography, Planning and Development Studies

MSc in Human Geography, Planning and Development Studies

2 years € 12,000

€ 1,620

Metropolitan Studies MSc in Metropolitan Studies 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Psychology MSc in Psychology 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Social Sciences MSc in Social Sciences 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Advanced Master’s programmes

Medical Anthropology MSc in Medical Anthropology 1 year € 14,500 € 14,500

PhD programmes

Communication Science 3-4 years web web

Social Sciences 4 years web web

Programmes Degree awarded Duration Annual tuition fee1

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Programmes Tracks Duration Annual tuition fee1

Non-EEA EEA

Science

(Research) Master’s programmes (MSc)

Artificial Intelligence

Forensic Intelligence Gaming Intelligent Systems Learning Systems for Language, Knowledge and Speech

2 years

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Astronomy and Astrophysics 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Biological Sciences

General Biology Ecology and Evolution Integrative Plant Sciences Limnology and Oceanography

2 years

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Biomedical Sciences

Immunology Medical Biochemistry Medical Biology Oncology

2 years

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Brain and Cognitive Sciences

Neuroscience Cognitive Neuroscience Cognitive Science

2 years

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Chemistry

Analytical Sciences Biomolecular Sciences Environmental Sciences Molecular Design, Synthesis and Catalysis Physical Sciences

2 years

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Computational Science 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Earth Sciences Geo-ecological Dynamics Environmental Management

2 years € 12,000

€ 1,620

Forensic Science 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Grid Computing Computer Science 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Life Sciences Biomolecular Sciences 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Logic 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Mathematical Physics 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Mathematics 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Mathematics and Science Education 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

Physics

Mathematical Physics Particle and Astroparticle Physics Physical Sciences Theoretical Physics

2 years

€ 12,000

€ 1,620

Stochastics and Financial Mathematics 2 years € 12,000 € 1,620

System and Network Engineering 1 year € 12,000 € 1,620

Erasmus Mundus programmes (MSc)

Atomic Scale Modelling of Physical, Chemical, and Biomolecular Systems3

1 year web web

PhD programmes

Logic 4 years web web

1 Tuition fees: ■ The regular tuition fee for the academic year 2009-2010

is € 1,620 for EEA-students younger than 30, and € 1,945 for EEA students aged 30 or older.

■ Fees for non-EEA students are higher than those for EEA students because tuition is not subsidised by the Dutch government. The tariffs shown here are for 2010-2011, these will be adjusted in line with inflation.

■ Other fees apply for other programmes (Certificate courses, Advanced and Executive Master’s and PhD programmes). Where no fee is indicated, and for up to date information please see www.uva.nl/isp.

EEA = European Union + Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Students from Switzerland and Suriname have the same status as EEA students.

2 These programmes are offered as part-time courses for students already living in the Netherlands (it is not possible for students pursuing a part-time study to get a visa).

3 Erasmus Mundus Programmes: These programmes are offered by the UvA jointly with other institutions in and outside the EU. Part of the programme selected is followed at the UvA. Upon successful completion of these programmes, students will obtain a double diploma. For more information, see www.uva.nl/isp.

4 This is a joint programme with Columbia Law School.

5 This is a joint programme with Vlerick Leuven Gent Management School.

6 This is a joint programme with Maastricht University Business School.

Summer Programmes: The UvA also offers a range of summer programmes. For an overview, see www.uva.nl/summerprogrammes.

Accreditation: All study programmes have been accredited by the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO).

This overview is subject to change as the curriculum is constantly developing. No rights can be derived from the contents of this overview. For up-to-date and detailed programme information, please see www.uva.nl/isp.


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The UvA offers a great deal of practical support for students coming to Amsterdam with help in arranging visas, residence permits, housing etc. The faculties have advisors who will help with the day to day concerns students have.

Entry visa

Depending on your nationality, you may need to obtain a long-stay entry visa (MVV) before coming to the Netherlands. Once you have been offered a place, the coordinator for your chosen programme will advise whether you need an MVV and provide more details of the procedure. The UvA will apply for the visa on your behalf. For more information, see www.uva.nl/visa

Residence permit

Unless you are an EU/EEA or Swiss citizen, you must apply for a residence permit if you plan to stay in the Netherlands for longer than three months. The UvA will submit the application on your behalf, so there is no need to contact the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) yourself. For details of the documents required and an explanation of the procedure, seewww.uva.nl/visa

Make sure you read this information carefully before travelling to the Netherlands and that you bring all the necessary documents with you.

Housing

As in many major European cities, the demand for reasonably priced housing in Amsterdam is high. Affordable housing available to UvA students is therefore limited. To assist first year international students in finding appropriate accommodation, the UvA has signed a number of agreements with different housing corporations. These corporations offer furnished accommodation. Rents vary according to the type, size and location of the accommodation. These housing arrangements are managed and administered by the faculties themselves. Students are advised to start looking for accommodation as early as possible.www.studeren.uva.nl/housing

Insurance

Every resident of the Netherlands is required to have appropriate health insurance, including international students. General liability insurance is also recommended. Before you come to the Netherlands, please make sure your health insurance will cover the entire period of your stay.

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If your current healthcare insurance will not cover your stay abroad, you can choose to apply for either private student insurance or ‘basic’ Dutch healthcare insurance (basisverzekering), depending on your situation. Citizens of the European Union can apply for the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). The coverage provided by the EHIC is determined by your insurance company, so be sure to ask them whether they provide adequate coverage for your stay in the Netherlands. Depending on the kind of coverage you require, it may be better to purchase a different kind of insurance for the duration of your stay in Amsterdam. For more information about the EHIC, contact your insurance company. www.uva.nl/insurance

Living expenses

During your stay in Amsterdam, you can expect to spend between €950 and €1,300 per month on living expenses. This includes rent but not tuition fees. As a rough guide costs are;■ accommodation: €375 - €600 per

month■ other living expenses: €400 - €500

per month■ insurance: €45 per month ■ books: €800 - €1,000 per year

■ public transport €70 - €100 per month (more if you live outside of Amsterdam).

Working while studying

Whether you require a work permit to work in the Netherlands depends on your nationality. As a student from certain European countries, you do not require a work permit and there are no restrictions on the number of hours you can work:

Students from other countries must have a work permit in order to work lawfully in the Netherlands, and the number of hours you are allowed to work is restricted. You must make a choice between: ■ full-time (seasonal) work in the

months of June, July and August, or ■ part-time work throughout the year,

but no more than 10 hours a week.

You cannot do both. A work permit is called a tewerkstellingsvergunning or TWV in Dutch. It is free of charge. Your employer or employment agency must apply for a work permit on your behalf (at the ‘UWV Werkbedrijf’). You cannot do this yourself. A copy of both the front and back of your residence permit (for the purpose of study) and your proof of enrolment must accompany the application for a work permit.

It takes one to two weeks to process your application. Your work permit will be valid for the period during which you are registered at the UvA. You will therefore need to request a new work permit if you extend your registration at the UvA. Suitable part-time or temporary jobs can be hard to find especially for students who don’t speak Dutch. While there are some seasonal opportunities, it is advised that you don’t rely on finding such employment to cover your expenses.

For more information about working in the Netherlands, seewww.uva.nl/work

Working after graduation

Students who graduate from a Dutch university are allowed to extend their stay in the Netherlands for the period of one year to look for work. To make use of this ‘search period’ you will need to change the nature of your residence permit. The ‘search period’ facility includes the necessary work permit. www.uva.nl/work

Iryna Ivanova from the UkraineMSc Business Studies

‘While doing my Bachelor’s I started thinking about my future and my career. I realised that I

wanted to study abroad because this would certainly open doors.

When looking for a programme, I took into consideration the university’s international

background. The Business Studies programme at the University of Amsterdam matched my

expectations and requirements perfectly. I applied for the HSP Huygens Scholarship to benefit

from the opportunity to study at one of the best European universities with a very diverse

international background.

Life here is so dynamic and the city is so easy to fall in love with that many students consider

staying here. I however, am planning to develop my career at home. I am going to go back to

be part of the positive change I see there. After my Master’s year, I will be empowered with

the knowledge and skills to help me benefit my country.’


The UvA provides the facilities to help students make the most of their time here. These include the Service and Information Centre (SIC) which aims to answer all your administrative questions, libraries, modern study centres, our own doctors, dentists and counsellors, sports and cultural facilities, cheap restaurants and many others.

Service and Information Centre

The Service and Information Centre (SIC) is the general information centre of the UvA. It is the first port-of-call for all students with general questions. It takes care of matters such as enrolment, housing, studying and student ID cards. The SIC also has an information centre about other Dutch universities and studying abroad. If the SIC is unable to answer your questions, you can also visit the International Student Adviser. www.uva.nl/isp (see ‘Contact’)

Student organisations

Most Faculty departments have their own student organisations. These promote and protect student interests, and organise such things as

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excur sions, social activities and book discounts. They also play an import-ant role in department and faculty committees.

International Student Network Amsterdam

The International Student Network Amsterdam (ISN-A) takes care of the social and cultural needs of international students studying at the UvA. It organises a variety of activities, including movie nights, weekly drinks, cultural outings and excursions. www.isn-amsterdam.nl

Introductory programme At the beginning of each semester the ISN-A also organises a four-day introductory programme to help newly arrived students familiarise themselves with Amsterdam and the Netherlands and give them the opportunity to meet other Dutch and international students.

Mentoring service In addition, the ISN-A provides a mentoring service. Mentors assist new international students by, for example, picking them up at the airport, taking them to their resid-ences and introducing them to Amsterdam and university life.

Health and well-being

The UvA has a medical service with a number of university doctors available specifically for students. International students pay the same fee as Dutch students to use these medical services. Dental care is available for reduced rates to both Dutch and international students at the ACTA (Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam). Treatment is provided by university dental students under the supervision of qualified dentists.

Amsterdam has long enjoyed the benefits of a multi-cultural tolerant society and the city has an extensive network of institutions and organisations offering pastoral care and support to students of different faiths and denominations

Students experiencing problems with their studies are advised to consult the study coordinator of their department. If necessary, they will refer the student to a Student Counsellor. There is a special Student Counsellor for international students. An Ombuds man is also available to students with complaints about the way they have been treated by a University, faculty or individual staff member. The Ombudsman is impartial and occupies an independent position within the

University. All exchanges with the Ombudsman are confidential. www.uva.nl/isp (see ‘Coming to

Amsterdam’)

Students with a disability

Students with a disability can turn to the UvA for advice and assistance. Assistance may be in the form of equipment, e.g Braille printers, tape recorders, speech-recognition software, or if needed additional academic assistance. The UvA can also offer help with other practical matters, like taking notes during class, checking assignments or drawing up a study schedule. www.uva.nl/isp

Student identity card

After payment of the tuition fee, students receive a student identity card with a registration number. This is valid for the duration of their studies at the UvA. Students need this card for identification purposes, registration, discounts and to access university premises and facilities. The student ID card also serves as a library card.


Computer facilities

UvA students receive an UvAnetID upon enrolment. This provides access to a range of online services including student email, Blackboard and Studyweb. Via the digital learning environment in Blackboard, students can review study materials and consult with lecturers and fellow students. Studyweb allows students to register for classes and exams and to access their final grades.

Each student also receives a personal email account, a homepage, free Internet dial-up access, and discounts on UvA-dsl cable Internet access and various software. In addition, 100MB of storage space is available for each student to use on the UvA network’s U-drive. The UvA has six study centres offering workstations with printers and fast internet connections.

Several UvA buildings additionally feature ‘WI-FI hotspots’, or wireless access points, where it is possible to log in to the UvA network. UvA-vpn and UvA-dsl gives access to digital UvA services such as the Digital Library, outside UvA buildings. www.student.uva.nl/english/facilities.cfm

Libraries

The UvA’s library facilities comprise the University Library and seven other faculty libraries. The UvA has an extensive collection that includes some four million titles, plus a large collection of rare manu scripts, letters and maps. Students have access to the collection free of charge. The University’s special collections are managed by UvA museums, such as the Allard Pierson Museum and the Museum Vrolik are used for teaching and research purposes. In addition, the UvA’s Digital Library portal offers access to an extensive range of materials, including library catalogues, bibliographic files, e-books and e-journals, text and image databases and electronic copies of dissertations and PhD theses. www.uba.uva.nl

Media Library

The Media Library (Mediatheek) offers resources for students wishing to learn a new language or brush up on their language skills. It has educational materials for about 40 languages and fields of study. These materials comprise workbooks, CD-ROMs, DVDs, videos and around 30 television stations – including satellite stations in, for example,

Arabic and Romanian. Students who would prefer guided language study can enrol in language courses at the University’s centre for language training, UvA Talen, at a discounted rate. www.student.uva.nl/english/facilities.

cfm www.uvatalen.nl

CREA

CREA, the cultural organisation of the UvA and the HvA, organises courses and workshops in theatre, music, dance, literature, the visual arts, video, radio, multimedia and photography. In the context of CREA Studium Generale, it often cooperates with student organisations to present debates, lectures and film screenings. CREA also has its own café and theatre, in which around 100 performances, concerts, events and exhibitions are held annually. www.crea.uva.nl

University Sports Centre

The University Sports Centre (USC) offers fitness facilities and a wide range of fitness classes for students, covering everything from aikido to swimming. The USC also has numerous gyms, an infrared sauna,

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sun-beds and a sports café. Students pay a small fee for the use of USC facilities, which are housed at various UvA locations. www.usc.uva.nl

University restaurants

The food in the two university restaurants, Atrium and Agora, is good and affordable. Both have a selection of hot and cold meals and snacks which reflect the many cuisines found in Amsterdam. Both restaurants also have bars and places to meet and socialise.

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Information on international study programmes

All information on the international study programmes, including contact addresses of each programme, can be found on the following UvA website:www.uva.nl/isp

International schools of the UvA

These International Schools are the main institutes organising International Study Programmes. Specific programmes’ contact details can be found viawww.uva.nl/isp

Amsterdam Law School (ALS)P. O. Box 10301000 BA AmsterdamThe NetherlandsPhone: +31 (0)20 525 3359Fax: +31 (0)20 525 3360Email: [email protected]/als

Amsterdam Business School (ABS) and Amsterdam School of Economics (ASE)Plantage Muidergracht 121018 TV AmsterdamThe Netherlandswww.feb.uva.nl/education

BSc programmesPhone: +31 (0)20 525 5326Email: [email protected]

MSc programmesPhone: +31 (0)20 525 4327Email: [email protected]

Executive programmes (MBA and MIF)Master programme in International FinancePhone: +31 (0)20 525 4388 Email: [email protected] Master in Business AdministrationPhone +31 (0)20 525 6305 Email: [email protected]

Amsterdam University College (AUC)Plantage Muidergracht 14 1018 TV Amsterdam Mailing address P. O. Box 94160 1090 GD Amsterdam The Netherlands Phone: +31 (0)20 525 8780 Fax: +31 (0)20 525 8790 Email: [email protected]

Graduate School for HumanitiesSpuistraat 2101012 VT AmsterdamThe NetherlandsPhone: +31 (0)20 525 4481Fax: +31 (0)20 525 3592Email: [email protected]/graduateschool

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Faculty of ScienceInternational OfficeScience Park 9041098 XH AmsterdamMailing addressP. O. Box 942141090 GE AmsterdamThe NetherlandsPhone: +31 (0)20 525 7870Fax: +31 (0)20 525 1214Email: [email protected]/international_pro-

grammes

Graduate School of Social SciencesVisiting addressPrins Hendrikkade 189BMailing addressPostbus 261000 AA AmsterdamThe NetherlandsPhone: +31 (0)20 525 3777Fax: +31 (0)20 525 3778Email: [email protected]

General information on studying in the Netherlands and scholarships

NUFFIC (Netherlands Organisation for International Cooperation in Higher Education)P. O. Box 297772502 LT The HagueThe Netherlands

Phone: +31 (0)70 426 0260Fax: +31 (0)70 426 0399Email: [email protected] www.nuffic.nl

www.grantfinder.nl

UvA representations abroad

BrazilNetherlands Education Support Office (NESO)Edifício Torre do Pátio Brasil 13° andar, salas 1325/27, Setor Comercial Sul Mailing addressSetor Comercial Sul, Quadra 07 Bloco A Número 100, Ed. Torre do Pátio Brasil, salas 1325/27, Cep. 70 307- 90, Brasília - Distrito Federal, Brazil Phone: +55 (0)61 3041 6094 Fax: +55 (0)61 3041 6093 Email: [email protected]

ChinaNetherlands Education Support Office (NESO)Beijing New World Center,South Office Building, Room 6153, Chongwenmenwai StreetChongwen DistrictBeijing 100062, P.R. of ChinaPhone: +86 (0)10 670 89311/12Fax: +86 (0)10 670 84087Email: [email protected]

EgyptNetherlands-Flemish Institute Cairo (NVIC)1, Dr. Mahmoud Azmi StreetP. O. Box 50, 11211 ZamalekCairo, EgyptPhone: +20 (0)2 27382520 / 27382522Fax: +20 (0)2 7382523Email: [email protected]

GreeceNetherlands Institute Athens (NIA)11 Makri str., 117 42 Athens, GreecePhone: +30 (0)210 9210 760Fax: +30 (0)210 9210 770Email: [email protected] www.nia.gr

IndiaNetherlands Education Support Office (NESO-desk Ahmedabad)31 Shrimali Society, Opp. Police Station, Navrangpura Ahmedabad - 380 009, India Phone: +91 (0)79 2644 9858 / 26564711 Email: [email protected]

Netherlands Education Support Office (NESO-desk Chennai)#203, Sigma Wing, Raheja Towers, 177, Anna SalaiChennai - 600 002, India Phone: +91 (0)44 2860 1640 / 28610125 Email: [email protected]


IndonesiaNetherlands Education Support Office (NESO)Jakarta OfficeMenara Jamsostek, 20th floorJl. Gatot Subroto no. 38Jakarta 12710, IndonesiaPhone: +62 (0)21 5290 2172Fax: +62 (0)21 5290 2173Email: [email protected]

Surabaya Office The International Village Universitas Surabaya Raya Kalirungkut Surabaya 60293Phone: +62 (0)31 298 1328 Fax: +62 (0)31 298 1329 Email: [email protected]

JapanJapan-Netherlands Institute Tokyo (JNI)Kyobashi Plaza Bldg 3F25-3, Ginza 1-Chome, Chuo-Ku, Tokyo, Japan 104-0061Phone: +81 (0)3 3567 2123Fax: +81 (0)3 3567 5658www.jni.or.jp

LatviaNetherlands – Latvian Chamber of CommerceElizabetes str. 51, 6th floor Riga, LV 1010, Latvia Phone: +371 (0)6720 4680 Fax: +371 (0)6720 4681 Email: [email protected]

MexicoNetherlands Education Support Office (NESO)Av. Homero 407, 11th floor Col. Chapultepec Morales Mexico City, D.F. 11570 Phone and Fax: +55 (0)5254-4013 Email: [email protected]

MoroccoNetherlands Institute in Morocco (NIMAR)9, Zankat Moulay Abdelaziz 01002 RABAT, Hassan, MoroccoPhone: +212 (0)537 668500 Fax: +212 (0)537 768407www.ru.nl/nimar

RussiaNetherlands Education Support Office (NESO)All-Russia State Library for Foreign Literature (VGBIL) Nikoloyamskaya ulitsa 1 109189 Moscow, Russia Phone: +7 (0)495 915 7236 Fax: +7 (0)495 915 6979 Email: [email protected] www.nesorussia.com

Netherlands Institute Saint-Petersburg (NIP)Kaloezjsky pereoelok 3193015 Saint-Petersburg, RussiaMailing addressP. O. Box 10953101 Lappeenranta, Finland

Phone: +7 (0)812 327 0887Fax: +7 (0)812 718 1939Email: [email protected]

SyriaNetherlands Institute DamascusEast Mazzeh, Al Farabi str. no. 85 Damascus, Syria Mailing addressP. O. Box 36103, MezzehDamascus, SyriaPhone: +963 (0)11 6120515, 61249790, 61249791Fax: +963 (0)11 6120515Email: [email protected]

TaiwanNetherlands Education Support Office (NESO-desk)c/o Netherlands Trade & Investment Office, Artist Construction Building, Room D, 7th floor133, Minsheng E. Road, Section 3, Taipei, TaiwanPhone: +886 (0)2 8770 7621Fax: +886 (0)2 2716 0775Email: [email protected]

TurkeyNetherlands Institute for Higher Education (NIHA)Koza Sokak No. 111 06700 Gaziosmanpasa (G.O.P.) Ankara, Turkey Phone: +90 (0)312 437 33 47

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Fax: +90 (0)312 437 33 42Email: [email protected]

VietnamNetherlands Education Support Office (NESO)59B Mac Dinh Chi Street DaKao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamPhone: +84 (0)83 822 0713/822 0724 Fax: +84 (0)83 822 0691 Email: [email protected]

Information on English proficiency tests

IELTS, British CouncilEmail: [email protected] www.ielts.org

TOEFLwww.toefl.org

Cambridge International ExaminationsEmail: [email protected]


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