University of Amsterdam

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The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is a leading public research university renowned for its broad academic scope and commitment to cutting-edge research, particularly strong in the humanities, social sciences, economics, and natural sciences. For international students, UvA offers a highly welcoming and diverse environment with a vast array of English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programs across its seven faculties. The UvA Global office provides extensive support, from admissions to housing and integration, alongside vibrant summer schools and exchange opportunities. A distinctive characteristic is its integrated campus spread throughout the historic and dynamic city of Amsterdam, allowing students to fully immerse themselves in both academic excellence and vibrant urban life.

Background

The University of Amsterdam (abbreviated as UvA; Dutch: Universiteit van Amsterdam) is a public research university located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Established in 1632 by municipal authorities, it is the fourth-oldest academic institution in the Netherlands still in operation. The UvA is one of two large, publicly funded research universities in the city, the other being the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU). It is also part of the largest research universities in Europe with more than 44,000 students, ca. 6,200 staff, ca. 3000 PhD students and an annual budget of €1297 million. It is the largest university in the Netherlands by enrollment. The main campus is located in central Amsterdam, with a few faculties located in adjacent boroughs. The university is organised into seven faculties: Humanities, Social and Behavioural Sciences, Economics and Business, Science, Law, Medicine, Dentistry. Close ties are maintained with other institutions internationally through its membership in the League of European Research Universities (LERU), the Institutional Network of the Universities from the Capitals of Europe...

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