Location
Roeterseilandcampus A/B/C
Date
2 November 2024
Each year in November, the UvA organises the 'UvA Study Abroad Fair' where you can find out more about the possibilities to study abroad during your study programme. Register for sessions now!
What to expect? Learn, grow, explore. Step into the world of study abroad!
- Learn about exchange opportunities at the UvA’s partner universities by joining one of our information sessions.
- Explore other possibilities to spend your time abroad, for instance by: doing an internship, visiting a student conference, participating in an international team to solve global challenges, or applying for a Summer School.
- Explore the World Café in the central hall and meet students who had a life changing experience abroad.
- Grow your international network by meeting students who have returned from their study abroad and connect with with ESN and AIESEC; two student-run organisations that can help you with your orientation.
Location
The Study Abroad Fair will take place at the Roeterseiland campus, building A/B/C on 2 November 2024 12:15 - 17:15.
Some information before you go
After confirming your registration, you will receive a confirmation on your student-email account with your personal programme. Even if your student-email automatically forwards messages to your personal email, you might need to login to your student email to retrieve your personal programme.
NB: Please cancel your registration if you are not able to join anymore, so your spot can be given to someone else.
Timetable 2 november
Sessions
Time: 12:30 - 12:45
Opening Session: Welcome to the Study Abroad Fair
Kick off your Study Abroad Fair experience with our brief opening session.
Time: 13:15 - 14:00
How to finance your study abroad experience (ENG)
Finances are firmly in the top spot of student concerns regarding their study abroad. Join this session to understand what financial support may be available to you and get tips on how to have a life-changing experience on a budget.
Students with a Dutch nationality are advised to attend this session for more accurate information.
Time: 13:15 - 14:00
How to finance your study abroad experience (NL)
Finances are firmly in the top spot of student concerns regarding their study abroad. Join this session to understand what financial support may be available to you and get tips on how to have a life-changing experience on a budget. Students with a Dutch nationality are advised to attend this session for more accurate information.
Time: 13:15 - 14:00
Is study abroad possible for everyone? Discover all the programmes!
One of the top 3 concerns of students who are thinking about a study abroad is whether it would be possible to go at all. If you are overwhelmed by possible obstacles this interactive session could help you decide whether there is a study abroad activity that suits you and your situation.
Time: 13:15 - 14:00
Study abroad, a lonely place? How to find your community.
Feeling lonely or becoming isolated during a study abroad is in the top 3 of student concerns regarding study abroad. This interactive session will help you grow your international community and combat feeling lonely during your study abroad.
Time: 14:30 - 15:15
Amsterdam University College (AUC): Learn about the exchange possibilities
Thinking about studying abroad during your AUC degree? Find out what the options are for AUC students to go abroad during the AUC information session!
Time: 14:30 - 15:15
Economics and Business: Learn about the exchange possibilities
In this session we will explore your different study abroad options and discuss reasons to study abroad. Previous and current UvA Economics & Business exchange students will share their experience and answer questions you may have.
Time: 14:30 - 15:15
Faculty of Science (FNWI): Learn about the exchange possibilities
Interested in Studying Abroad during your Science bachelor or master programme? Join us for this session where we will mainly cover the option to do a semester/full year exchange abroad.
Time: 14:30 - 15:15
FdR: Studeren in het buitenland (NL)
Meld je aan voor deze sessie je je rechtenstudie wil verrijken met een uitwisseling naar een buitenlandse universiteit. We informeren je over de mogelijkheden.
Time: 14:30 - 15:15
Humanities: Learn about the exchange possibilities
As a student at the Faculty of Humanities, there are many possibilities to broaden your horizon and gain international experience. Explore your options at the faculty session on Saturday 2 November.
Time: 14:30 - 15:15
PPLE: Learn about the exchange possibilities
This session is for current PPLE students interested in spending a semester abroad. Students from all years of PPLE are welcome.
Time: 14:30 - 15:15
Social and Behavioral Sciences: Learn about the exchange possibilities
Delve into the world of Study Abroad with this faculty Social and Behavioral Sciences session! Find out what the experience can bring you and meet members of the FMG International Office and UvA exchange alumni.
Time: 16:00 - 16:45
Explore Short-term Learning Opportunities (beyond exchanges)
Is studying abroad luxury? It doesn't have to be! Aside from exchanges or internships abroad, there is a wide array of accessible and affordable Short-term Learning Opportunities.
Time: 16:00 - 16:45
How to find a full Master’s abroad?
Join this session to find out more about doing a full Master's abroad!
Time: 16:00 - 16:45
How to find an Internship & Research Abroad?
Join this session to find out more about doing an internship or do research abroad.
Time: 16:00 - 16:45
Study in France
An introduction for studying in France, reasons to study there, information on various student cities, programme possibilities and more practical information.
Time: 17:00 - 17:15
Closing Session: Farewell and Prize Giveaway
Come celebrate the end of a day filled with inspiration, learning, and new connections. We will wrap up the event with a few final thoughts, and an exciting prize giveaway!
Time: 10:00 - 11:00
FdG: Mogelijkheden studeren in het buitenland
Meld je aan voor deze sessie als je je opleiding wilt verrijken met een reis naar het buitenland! Deze online sessie is georganiseerd voor ieder's gemak! De registratie voor deze sessie gaat via een apart formulier.
Unfortunately this session is full.
Time: 17:15 - 18:15
Faculty of Science: Internships and projects abroad
Interested in doing an internship or project abroad during your Science bachelor or master programme? This session will give you insight in how to get started with your search and what practical matters will come up during this process.
Time: 12:45 - 13:45
AUC Exchange: Choosing a destination and how to apply
This is an information session for second-year AUC students who are planning to apply for an exchange in Autumn 2025. During the session, you will learn more about the available options, how to choose a destination and how to apply.
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
FdG: Mogelijkheden studeren in het buitenland
Meld je aan voor deze sessie als je je opleiding wilt verrijken met een reis naar het buitenland! Let op! De registratie voor deze sessie gaat via een apart formulier.
Unfortunately this session is full.
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
Economics and Business: Study Abroad information meeting
During this session we will give you more in-depth information about your study abroad options and procedures. It is advised to attend the Study Abroad Fair sessions on Saturday 2 November first.
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
FMG: Study Abroad Q&A
Did you miss the Study Abroad Fair or do you have any additional questions? Please join our Q&A session.
Time: 11:00 - 12:00
Humanities: Choosing a destination and how to apply
Do you want to apply for an Erasmus/Global exchange in 2025-2026? Please join one of the ‘Choosing a destination and how to apply’ sessions. Information on how to choose your destination(s) and how to apply for the first round - deadline 8 January! - will be discussed, and of course you should feel free to ask any questions.
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
FMG Study Abroad: How to choose your top 5 destinations and apply
Do you wish to apply for a study abroad experience and are you seeking tips? Join this session and learn how to make the most of your application.
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
Economics and Business: Study Abroad information meeting
During this session we will give you more in-depth information about your study abroad options and procedures. It is advised to attend the Study Abroad Fair sessions on Saturday 2 November first.
Time: 11:00 - 12:00
Humanities: Choosing a destination and how to apply
Do you want to apply for an Erasmus/Global exchange in 2025-2026? Please join one of the ‘Choosing a destination and how to apply’ sessions. Information on how to choose your destination(s) and how to apply for the first round - deadline 8 January! - will be discussed, and of course you should feel free to ask any questions.
Time: 17:15 - 18:15
Faculty of Science: Choosing a destination and how to apply
In this session we will discuss how to best select a destination and how to apply. Join us!
Time: 12:45 - 13:45
Application Q&A for AUC students
Q&A session for AUC students about the exchange application procedures for Autumn 2025.