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Better Prepared 2025

Are you looking for useful study tips, eager to get familiar with the university environment, and keen to meet other aspiring students?

In that case, Better Prepared is just your fit! Get on board and kickstart your academic journey in the best possible way. After all, well begun is half done!

During Better Prepared, we will focus on essential study skills and help you get to know VU Amsterdam: the campus, university culture, and the extensive range of activities that make student life at VU truly worthwhile. Thanks to valuable tips and tricks—and the new people you’ll meet—you’ll build a strong foundation for success.

As you continue your studies at VU, you’ll want to maintain and build on that strong foundation. Better Prepared enables you to explore your motivation, your talents, and your individual needs, guiding you in how to move forward with confidence.

On Monday 18 and Tuesday 19 August 2025, Pre-University College offers a two-day core programme, specifically designed for students who are the first in their families to attend a (Dutch) university. Not the first in your family to pursue higher education, but still looking for a solid start to your studies? No problem! You're welcome too—just fill in the registration form and include a short motivation explaining why you'd like to participate.

Would you like to deepen or expand your knowledge? Sign up for our elective modules on Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 August 2025. These modules give you the opportunity to choose one or more subjects that match your interests and needs. Each module takes approximately 4 hours. Exact times will be announced soon on the Dutch page. Even if you are not able to join the core programme on August 18 and 19, you’re still very welcome to attend the elective modules!

Please note: A sufficient level of Dutch is required to participate! Follow the link on the right to access the Dutch Better Prepared page and registration.

Need more info on Better Prepared or do you have any questions?

Feel free to contact VU Pre-University College!

Send an email to puc@vu.nl

Pre-University College
De Boelelaan 1105
1081 HV Amsterdam

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