Key Features

1. Established & Type: Founded in 1632, it is a public research university in the Netherlands and one of Europe’s leading universities.
2. Global Ranking: Consistently ranked among the top 60–100 universities worldwide (QS/THE rankings vary by year).
3. Academic Structure: Offers programs through faculties such as Humanities, Social and Behavioural Sciences, Science, Law, Medicine, Economics & Business, and Digital Innovation.
4. Language of Study: Bachelor’s: Some English-taught programs (selective) Master’s: Many English-taught programs
5. Campus Facilities: Modern urban campuses across Amsterdam with research labs, digital libraries, student housing support, startup hubs, and strong international services.
6. Affordability: Mid-to-high tuition fees with limited but competitive scholarships for international students.

Undergraduate Programs

1. Study Areas: Economics, Business, Psychology, Politics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Law, Media & Communication, Social Sciences
2. Entry Requirements: Completion of HSC / A-Levels or equivalent secondary education (must meet Dutch VWO-equivalent standard for admission)
3. English Requirement: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall minimum (some programs require higher)
4. Tuition Fees: Approximately €9,000 – €15,000 per year (non-EU students vary by program)
5. Living Costs: Around €12,000 – €18,000 per year in Amsterdam
6. Scholarships: Limited (Amsterdam Merit Scholarship, faculty-based scholarships, highly competitive)

Postgraduate Programs

1. Study Areas: Data Science, AI, Economics, Finance, Law, Psychology, Business Analytics, Political Science, Information Studies, Media & Culture
2. Entry Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (strong academic background required)
3. English Requirement: IELTS Academic: 7.0 overall (common for Master’s), with strict sub-score requirements in many faculties
4. Tuition Fees: Approximately €12,000 – €20,000 per year depending on program
5. Living Costs: Around €12,000 – €18,000 per year
6. Scholarships & Support: Amsterdam Merit Scholarship. Orange Tulip Scholarship (for selected countries). Faculty-specific funding (very competitive).