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VU Amsterdam, Netherlands

VU Amsterdam was founded in 1880. Its name means 'Free University' and relates to its autonomy from state and church. It is ranked among the best universities in the Netherlands.

Amsterdam ranks very highly in multiple quality of living rankings, as well as the Innovation Cities Index. It is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world and has a laid-back atmosphere to it. Its many distinguished art galleries and museums, as well as unique architecture and urban design make Amsterdam one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe.

Mobility partner

>> Information for incoming students

Estimated number of mobility places for each subject: 1-3 full-year or 2-6 semester places

Available Subject Areas

Please ensure that you research the courses available to you as an exchange student, and check with your subject coordinator(s) that these courses are suitable for your Glasgow degree programme. Please note that partner course offerings may change on a yearly basis.

Please research course level; content and assessment structures; partner academic pre-requisites for exchange students; whether enough courses / credits are available in your degree subject(s) to meet your Glasgow degree credit requirements; language of teaching and for Joint Honours students, whether the partner has any restrictions on taking courses from different Schools/Faculties.

Key facts

Language of Teaching: Dutch and English. Dutch language courses available. UofG students should ensure that all required courses are taught in a language in which they are at least proficient at B2 level.
Grading system: 10-1