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Discover three majors and a world of opportunities
Bachelor's programme in Liberal Arts and Sciences
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Summer at AUC: 2025
During Summer 2025, the AUC building will have adjusted opening hours. Tours for prospective students will start again in late-August and office hours for current students will resume in September 2025.More information -
Information for accepted students
For applicants who have accepted their offer of admission to start studying at AUC in September 2025, we've compiled helpful resources and overviews of the steps you'll need to take before arriving in Amsterdam.Learn more -
Nederlandstalige informatie over AUC
Lees meer over wat het betekent om Liberal Arts and Sciences te studeren, hoe het studieprogramma is opgebouwd en hoe het is om op kamers te wonen op de campus in Amsterdam.Meer informatie
News and events
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Dutch parliament votes in favour of motion to cancel the TAO language test for existing degree programmes
On 27 May, the Dutch House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly in favour of a motion to cancel the proposed 'Toets Anderstalig Onderwijs' (TAO).More information -
AUC Graduation Ceremony 2025
8 Jul 2025The graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025 will be held on Tuesday 8 July 2025 in the Aula of VU Amsterdam.More information -
AUC Introduction Week 2025
25 - 29 Aug 2025AUC Introduction Week 2025 will take place from 25 August 2025 to 29 August 2025 at Amsterdam University College.More information
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Book a campus tour and information session
Curious about Amsterdam University College, but can't attend an Open Day? You can visit AUC for a campus tour and information session hosted by a student ambassador or alumnus! On-campus tours are held every other ...Book a tour -
Talk to a student
Do you have questions about applying, living in the dorms, how you choose your courses or life on campus? Ask an AUC Student Ambassador and chat about their experience!Send a message
Interdisciplinary
3 majors & over 20 fields of study
AUC offers majors in Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities. Across these majors, there are various fields of study to encourage students to examine issues using an interdisciplinary and critical approach.
Residential
Guaranteed on-campus housing
All AUC students live together in the student residences for the entire three years of their studies at Science Park in Amsterdam Oost (East).
Small scale
Maximum of 25 students per class
Limiting class sizes allows for engaged classroom discussions and debates, and encourages interactive learning with a personal touch.
International community
More than 65 nationalities
Students come to AUC from around the world to live and learn together while creating friendships that last a lifetime.
Admissions, housing & tuition
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Admissions requirements
Admissions requirements that will be taken into consideration during the application process include your secondary school diploma, level of English and maths, and your motivation.Admissions requirements -
On-campus housing
All students at AUC are guaranteed on-campus housing for the three years of their programme. A mix of single, studio-style rooms and shared apartments, explore how students live and what the dorms look like.View the student residences -
Tuition and fees
Read more about the tuition, fees and costs associated with studying at AUC along with an overview of estimated living expenses based on prior students' experiences of living in Amsterdam.Overview of costs -
AUC Scholarship Fund
The AUC Scholarship Fund (ASF) supports diversity by offering full and partial scholarships to talented low-income and/or minority students. Applications are open to both Dutch and international students.Find out if you qualify
Academic programme
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Academic programme
What does a liberal arts and sciences student actually study? Learn more about our curriculum structure, what your options are for majors and the various courses you can follow.Explore the academic programme -
Majors
Students choose to major in either the Sciences, Social Sciences or Humanities by combining courses from a variety of fields of knowledge in their subject.Learn more about the majors -
Academic Core
AUC's Academic Core ensures that you develop strong academic skills in a number of essential areas, including logic, languages, writing and critical thinking throughout the three years of your studies.Discover the Academic Core -
Curriculum structure
Download the sample curriculum to visually understand how the AUC academic programme is structured over the three years of study. The PDF also contains an overview of all courses offered per major.Download the explanation (PDF)
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Visit us
Throughout the year, there are multiple opportunities to visit Amsterdam University College and speak to representatives or students. This includes tours of the academic building and a variety of Open Day activities.Visit us -
Contact us
Do you have a specific question that isn't answered on the website? Feel free to contact us directly by using the contact form or sending us an email.Contact us -
Applications for September 2026
Planning to start your studies in September 2026? Amsterdam University College will start accepting applications in October 2025. Read the overview of the application procedure to start preparing.Apply now