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authorities promoted the Athenaeum Illustre (Illustrious SCHOLASTIC OPTIONS AT UvA
School) of medical education. In 1877, the City of Amster-
dam elevated it to the status of University of Amsterdam The University of Amsterdam offers several English-medium
and conferred the right to award doctoral degrees upon it. undergrad and postgraduate programmes in several facul-
A century later (1961), it was declared a National University. ties.
Given its ancient vintage and academic tradition, it’s un- Arts and culture. Ancient studies, archaeology, European
surprising UvA boasts an impressive alumni roll call includ- studies, liberal arts and science
ing six Nobel laureates, five Dutch prime ministers, former Child development and education. Psychology
Belgium prime minister Charles Michel, Dutch politician Communications and media. Communication science, media
Thierry Henri Philippe Baudet, author Jkvr. Karin Hildur and culture, media and information
‘Kajsa’ Ollongren, and Sutan Sjahrir (1909-1966), Indone- Economics and business. Actuarial science, business admin-
sia’s first prime minister. istration, business analytics, econometrics
Amsterdam. The admin capital of the Netherlands, Amster- Environment and biology. Liberal arts and sciences
dam (pop.1.6 million) is globally renowned for its museums Exact sciences and computer science. Computational science,
and elaborate canals system. Known as the ‘Venice of the computational social science
North’, it has over 150 canals which lend the city its unique Health. Psychology, liberal arts and sciences
character and ambience. The Museum Quarter houses Am- Interdisciplinary programmes. Computational social science,
sterdam’s three most visited sites — Rijksmuseum, Van European studies, liberal arts and science, literary and cul-
Gogh Museum and Stedelijk Museum of Modern Art — all tural analysis
of whom display the works of Dutch masters, contemporary Language and area studies. English language and culture, lin-
artists and impressionists. This bicycle-friendly city also guistics
hosts several theatres, concert halls and parks and attracts Law and Governance. Politics, psychology, law and econom-
7-9 million tourists annually. ics
The weather in Amsterdam is sub-oceanic and rainy Social sciences. Cultural anthropology and developmental
which means it has cold (but not freezing) winters and sociology, communication science
cool summers. The wind blows frequently and furiously Tuition fees (annual): €9,130- €12,610
especially from November to March. Average summer tem- Living expenses (per month): €925-€1,500 NB €=Rs.82
perature ranges between 15-18 C, while in winter it could
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plunge to 0 C.
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Campus facilities. UvA has four campuses spread across Am- sion into UvA’s bachelor’s programmes is completion of
sterdam. They are a mix of heritage buildings overlooking class XII with 75 percent average and English language
canals and modern academic architecture. The historic Uni- proficiency (IELTS score of 6.5-7.0 or TOEFL 100). Some
versity Quarter in city centre houses the humanities faculty, degree programmes stipulate additional admission criteria.
University Library, Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and For instance, the bachelor’s degree programme in econo-
Sciences and the Allard Pierson Museum. Roeterseiland is metrics requires students to have maths certification in Plus
an open city campus, sited adjacent to the Plantage district, Two. The admission deadline for the academic year begin-
and houses students enrolled in economics and business, ning September is April 1.
social and behavioural sciences, law, and CREA, the uni- For admission into postgrad programmes, the entry re-
versity’s student cultural organisation. The UMC campus quirements include a bachelor’s degree, proof of English
in Southeast Amsterdam hosts the faculty of medicine and language proficiency, and good GMAT/GRE scores.
university hospital. For further information, call T: +31 (0) 20 525 2222,
The newly constructed 70-hectare Science Park campus WhatsApp +31 (0) 6 4834 7669 or visit www.uva.nl/en.
hosts the faculties of science, mathematics and computer Accommodation. Though UvA doesn’t offer university-owned
science, several research institutes and over 120 companies. accommodation, it has reserved a large number of rooms
The Sports Center Universum featuring a modern library, with reliable housing providers in the city. They include
study areas and the star and sun dome of the Anton Pan- over 20 off-campus residential buildings managed by pro-
nekoek Observatory are also sited on this campus. All cam- viders in partnership with the UvA. Options include shared
puses are disabled-friendly. and private bedrooms with shared kitchen and laundry fa-
The University Sports Centre offers over 80 sports ac- cilities. The Student Hotel — Amsterdam West and Student
tivities ranging from aikido to weightlifting and aerobics Experience — Minervahaven provide fully furnished rooms
to lacrosse at seven fitness centres. Moreover, CREA of- with private en-suite bathroom and shared kitchens.
fers courses and workshops in music, dance, theatre, new Degree programmes. The University of Amsterdam offers over
media, and photography, and hosts concerts, exhibitions 20 English-taught bachelor’s and 150 Masters programmes
and debates. (see box).
Admission. The minimum eligibility requirement for admis- RESHMA RAVISHANKER

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