The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is a research-intensive university ranked among the top 60 globally. It is known for its strengths in social sciences, law, economics, and the humanities. Students benefit from a research-led curriculum and direct access to Amsterdam's finance, media, and tech sectors.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Top 60 (QS World 2024)
#1 in the Netherlands (Times Higher Education 2024)
Top 20 globally (QS by Subject)
Top 50 worldwide (QS Graduate Employability)
AACSB & EQUIS (Amsterdam Business School)
MSc Business Administration
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:92
LLM International and European Law
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:7.0, TOEFL:100
MSc Artificial Intelligence
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:92
BSc Economics and Business
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:90
MSc Communication Science
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:92
MSc Medical Biology
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:92
Top 20 globally for social sciences — a consistent QS subject ranking leader.
AACSB and EQUIS dual-accredited business school — held by fewer than 1% of schools worldwide.
Over 150 English-taught programmes — one of the largest English offerings in continental Europe.
Located in Amsterdam's city centre — direct access to Booking.com, ING, Heineken, and KPMG.
Graduates enter finance, consulting, and tech at firms including McKinsey, Deloitte, and ABN AMRO.
Law graduates pursue careers at international firms and EU institutions in Brussels and The Hague.
AI and data science graduates are recruited by ASML, Philips, and Amsterdam's fast-growing tech scene.
Average graduate salary in the Netherlands reaches €45,000–€55,000 within one year of graduation.
Undergrad
1st May 2025
Postgrad
1st April 2025
Undergrad
Not available
Postgrad
1st November 2024
UvA's buildings are spread across Amsterdam's city centre, placing you steps from the university library, canals, and public transport. There is no single campus — the city is your campus.
Amsterdam has a large international student population, with English widely spoken. Cycling is the main way to get around, and student housing is available through the university's housing office.
Valid university admission letter
MVV entry visa (non-EU students)
Proof of accommodation in Amsterdam
Proof of funds: ~€11,000 per year
Health insurance cover required
IND residence permit registration
