Top-15 university
The UvA is a top-100 university globally and one of Europe's 15 best universities.
About the UvA
The University of Amsterdam is the Netherlands' largest university, offering the widest range of academic programmes. At the UvA, 30,000 students, 6,000 staff members and 3,000 PhD candidates study and work in a diverse range of fields, connected by a culture of curiosity.
Since 1632
The UvA dates back to 1632 when our predecessor the Athenaeum Illustre was founded to educate the citizens of Amsterdam.
City as campus
The UvA is part of the living fabric of Amsterdam, from our historical landmark buildings in the city centre to state-of-the-art research facilities at Science Park.
Strong on research
Research is at the heart of what we do. Nearly 3,000 researchers carry out experimental and theoretical research, and every UvA student has the chance to carry out research themselves.
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Sustainability
Discover the role sustainability plays in the UvA's education, research and operations.Read about sustainability -
Diversity and inclusion
The UvA aims to be a place where everyone feels welcome, represented and heard.Find out more about diversity and inclusion at the UvA -
Social safety
The university should be a positive and open environment where everyone can develop their talents. Find out what the UvA is doing to strengthen social safety and where you can turn if you experience problems or ...Social safety: policy and available support
International university
Over 100 nationalities are represented at the UvA. Our students and staff also work and study in a wide network of research partnerships and exchange opportunities.
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is home to our campuses and is a living laboratory for some of our researchers. Find out why the city is a great place to live, work and study.
Organisation
At the UvA, education and research is organised in seven faculties and the Executive Board is tasked with the general management of the University.
Working at the UvA
The UvA is an attractive employer located in a major world city. We offer an inspiring academic work environment, as well as opportunities for development and training.
Meet the UvA
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'You need to be good with numbers and enjoy tackling complex issues.'
Didier Quintius, Student of Actuarial ScienceRead the interview with Didier Quintius -
'I did not want to stay on the sidelines as a scientist.'
Amade M'charek, Professor of Anthropology of ScienceRead the interview with Amade M'charek -
'My parents still think I study emoji’s.'
Michael Sivolap, student of Communication ScienceRead the interview with Michael Sivolap -
'Psychology starts out with a broad outline and gets increasingly specialised as the programme progresses.'
Julie Nürnberger, Bachelor's student, Clinical Psychology and Developmental PsychologyRead the interview with Julie Nürnberger -
'That kind of outsider experience makes you look at the world in a different way.'
Bowen Paulle, Assistant Professor of SociologyRead the interview with Bowen Paulle -
'I want to make philosophy accessible to as many people as possible'
Daan Roovers, Lecturer in Philosophy and Public Affairs and Philosopher Laureate of the NetherlandsRead the interview with Daan Roovers -
'It is part of human nature to wonder what else is out there.'
Julia Schuring, student of Astronomy and PhysicsRead the interview with Julia Schuring -
'On this chalkboard covered in scribbles, I see things happening that you cannot even imagine.'
Raf Bocklandt, researcher and lecturer in Mathematics.Read the interview with Raf Bocklandt