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University of Amsterdam Summer School

The Ìýoffers high-quality and academically challenging programs that will introduce you to a new academic discipline or complement your existing studies.Ìý

    Thanks to truly international classrooms, UvA brings together students from over 70Ìýdifferent countries every summer to one of the planet's most international cities.Ìý

    As a key cultural and intellectual centre in Western Europe, Amsterdam provides an ideal environment for academic study. The city has all the advantages of a major metropolitan centre while retaining a cosy, small-scale feel. It is full of beautiful architecture, over 150 canals, museums, galleries, and many lovely parks.

    Fields of study

    • Animal Science
    • Digital Media
    • Health Science
    • Law
    • Marketing
    • Political Science
    • Psychology
    • Sociology
    • Sustainability
    • Urban Planning

    Refer to the 'Courses' tab to find the full list of UQ supported courses.

    Applicants are advised to submitÌý2-3 courses on their application for credit formÌýfor faculty assessmentÌýcredit in case of course cancellation.Ìý

    Credit equivalent

    6 ECTS = 2 UQ Units. A maximumÌýof 2 UQÌýUnits if 6 ECTS are successfully completed (pending UQ faculty approval).

    Visa Information

    It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority, we cannot provide visa advice.

    Please review theÌýÌýwebpage for visa and immigration information.

    Eligibility and application

    Step 1: Apply to UQÌý

    All applicants must meet the short-term experience eligibility criteria

    We recommend applying to UQ first.Ìý If you are seeking credit towards your UQ degree, you must first apply through UQ and obtain credit approval before submitting your application to your host university.

    Step 2: Apply to the Host University

    Once your UQ application has been deemed 'eligible' and credit has been approved (if applicable), you can then submit your host university application.

    All applicants must meet theÌý

    Important

    âš  StudentsÌýwho intend to undertake this experience for credit are strongly recommended to submit their application to the Global Experiences teamÌýat least 4 weeks before the host deadline to allow sufficient time for faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note, however, that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.

    Important:ÌýSome coursesÌýimpactÌýon UQ semester 2 dates. UQ students must meet the additionalÌýspecial conditionsÌýfor programs that impact on teaching dates.

    For more information regarding the entry requirements, please see the 'Courses' tab for information on the different courses offered.Ìý

    Apply to UQÌý

      Course list

      UQ students can choose from one of the following courses:Ìý Ìý

      Course Start Date: 23ÌýJune 2027 /ÌýEnd Date:Ìý13ÌýJuly 2027

      Credit:ÌýFor-credit or Not-for-credit

      Cohort:ÌýUndergraduate & Postgraduate

      • Courses:

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      CourseÌýStart Date: 18 July 2027/ÌýEnd Date:Ìý05/08/2027*

      Credit:ÌýFor-credit only

      Cohort:ÌýUndergraduate & Postgraduate

      • Courses:
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      *ÌýFor-credit only as dates impact on UQ Semester 2, additional eligibility criteria also apply. Refer to:ÌýConfirm eligibility for short-term experiences - Careers and Employability - University of Queensland

      Cost

      This experience is offered under the Study Abroad participation mode. This means you will pay tuition fees directly to the host institution rather than to UQ.ÌýÌýDetailed information regarding program fees can be found on the individual course descriptions linked in theÌý'Courses' tab on theÌý.ÌýÌý

      Discount:

      Not applicable.

      Scholarships:

      The Amsterdam University Fund (AUF Travel Grant) isÌýavailable to Summer School applicants. ForÌýmore information, visit the Ìýpage

      Funding

      Global Experiences Grants

      When you submit your application for anÌýexperience, you are automatically considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.Ìý

      OS-HELP Loan

      You may also be eligible to submit an application for an if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.

      ÌýStudent Testimonials

      Georgia - University of Amsterdam

      B Biomedical Science / B Science, Winter 2023

      I learnt how to be more open-minded and communicate with people from different backgrounds than me.

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      Ruth - University of Amsterdam

      B Psychological Science (Honours), Winter 2023

      Although I didn't suddenly become fluent in a foreign language, I learnt so much about myself and the beautiful country of Holland.

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      Yun - University of Amsterdam

      M Business, Winter 2023

      I gained a deeper understanding of the European market and culture.

      Key Dates

      Application Deadlines

      UQ: 14 April 2027
      Host: 21 March 2027*

      *Host early-bird application deadline: 7 February 2027Ìý

      Program Dates

      See the 'Courses' tab for course-specific program dates.


      *Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible

      **For-credit only as dates impact on UQ Semester 2, special eligibility conditions also apply.

      Fast Facts

      Type: Study
      Mode: Study Abroad
      Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands (in-person)
      Credit: For Credit & Not-for-credit
      Cohort: Undergraduate & Postgraduate

      OS-HELP Loan

      If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for anÌýÌýif your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.Ìý

      Application Deadlines

      OS-HELP loan applications open on 5 January each year.

      OS-HELP loan applications can’t be accepted:

      • any earlier than 6 monthsÌýbefore the official start date of your overseas study
      • any later thanÌý3 monthsÌýbefore the official end date of your overseas study.

      *OS-HELP Loan applications are closed between 17 December and 5 January. Please visit theÌýÌýfor more information on how to apply for an OS-HELP loan.

      Refer to the funding page for more information onÌýÌýandÌý.Ìý

      Global Experiences Information Sessions

      Students are encouraged to register andÌýattend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.

      Register