Study programme introduction

The study programme introduction days for bachelor students is part of the VU Bachelor Introduction Days (20 until 26 August 2025). So, if you’ve signed-up for the VU Bachelor Introduction Days you will automatically join the study programme introduction. For the Bachelor Introduction Days you can choose between a 5 days programme or a 2 days introduction programme with a focus on getting to know VU Amsterdam, your studies and the faculty. More information and the answers to many questions can be found here.

During the free programme introduction, you will receive important information about your programme and studying at VU Amsterdam. You can also meet your fellow students in advance and get to know the programme coordinator, FSR and study advisor, among others. Do you need help with course registration? In the computer lab below, you can register yourself for the courses of semester 1 and ask questions. More information can be found on vu.nl. For important information you need at the start of your studies, you can consult the “Modules” item on the Canvas page. You will be invited to this at the end of July. Note the date for your course in your diary, but check the website for any changes.

You can consult the VU campus map on vu.nl

Monday 25 August

Artificial Intelligence - Monday 25 August
Study programme introduction
Time: 13:00 - 14:30
Location: Theatre 1, NU Building 

Help registering for courses
Time: 14:30 - 15:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 and 6C13, NU Building

Business Analytics - Monday 25 August
Study programme introduction 
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Location: MF-D565, MF Building

Help registering for courses
Time: 15:30 - 16:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 and 6C13, NU Building

Computer Science - Monday 25 August
Study programme introduction
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Location: MF-FG2, MF Building

Help registering for courses
Time: 15:30 - 16:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 and 6C13, NU Building

Mathematics - Monday 25 August
Study programme introduction
Time: 13:00 - 14:30
Location: HG-08A33, Main Building

Help registering for courses
Time: 14:30 - 15:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 and 6C13, NU Building

Tuesday 26 August

Biomedical Sciences - Tuesday 26 August
Study programme introduction
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Location: MF-FG1, MF Building

Help registering for courses
Time: 15:30 - 16:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 and 6C13, NU Building

During the free program introduction you will receive important information about your program and studying at VU. You can also meet your fellow students in advance and you will meet the program coordinator, FSR, and study advisor, among others.

Pedagogische Wetenschappen
Mon Aug 25 13:00 - 17:00
Locatian: HG-01C07 (auditorium), Hoofdgebouw

Bewegingswetenschappen (Human Movement Sciences)
Mon Aug 25 13:00 - 15:00
Location: MF-FG1, MF building

Psychologie
Mon Aug 25 14:30 - 16:30
Location: Auditorium, Main Building 1st floor

More information can be found on vu.nl. For important information you need at the beginning of your studies, you can consult the 'Modules' item on Canvas page. You will be invited to this at the end of July. Mark the date for your program in your calendar, but check the website for any changes.

You can find the full program in Canvas (VU's digital learning environment). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive an invitation to their program's Canvas course in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? If so, make sure you complete your course registration as soon as possible.

School of Humanities

Bachelor Communication and Information Studies
Bachelor Literature and Society
Bachelor Media, Art, Design and Architecture
Bachelor History
Bachelor Philosophy

Your bachelor programme is hosting a programme introduction on the VU campus. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so you can get off to a good start with your studies.

Date: Monday, August 25, 2025
Time: 13:00-17:00  
Starting Location: KC-07, Main Building 

You can find the full programme in Canvas (the digital learning environment of VU Amsterdam). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive invitations to their program's Canvas course in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Make sure you complete your programme application as soon as possible.

Bachelor PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics)

On Monday August 25th we will have the PPE Programme Introduction. During this session, the staff of the John Stuart Mill College and the board members of KallioPPE will welcome you to PPE’s ‘fourth floor’. The staff members will give you all the essential information you need to kick off the academic year.

Keep your schedule free between 13.00 and 16.00 PM and check out the full programme via Canvas from August 15.

Date: Monday, August 25, 2025
Time: 13:00 - 17:00  
Starting Location HG 4A-33 (Adam Smith Room)

ACASA: bachelor Archaeology, bachelor Griekse en Latijnse Taal en Cultuur en bachelor Ancient Studies

The introduction for bachelorstudenten Archaeology, Ancient Studies en Griekse en Latijnse Taal en Cultuur is organized together with the UvA. In the summer you will receive more information about your study programme and the specific rules that apply to your study.

Bachelor Creative Technology

The programme introduction of Creative Technology will take place on August 25, 26 and 27 at the University of Twente in Enschede.

School of Religion and Theology

BA Theologie en Religiewetenschappen

Your bachelor programme is hosting a programme introduction on the VU campus. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so you can get off to a good start with your studies.

Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Time: 13:00 – 16:45
Starting location: 12A33, Main Building 

You can find the full programme in Canvas (the digital learning environment of VU Amsterdam). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive invitations to their program's Canvas course in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Make sure you complete your programme application as soon as possible.

School of Social Sciences 

Communication Science, Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology, Political Science: Global Politics

The full schedule will be posted on our online education platform Canvas, links will be posted shortly. No VUnetID for login? Make sure to complete your study programme registration as soon as possible. 

These study programs are all part of the School of Social Sciences, and they will have a joint Introduction afternoon on campus. You do not have to register, nor is it mandatory to attend, but we consider this afternoon an important part for the start of your academic life. You will get to know the School of Social Sciences, your study program and your fellow students. Your study program may share important information about the start of your study. Study Association EOS will organize games and drinks to get to know your fellow students. Should you have any questions about course registration etc, you are very welcome to stop by at the walk-in hour of the Education Office, which will be held before the official program starts. 

When: Tuesday, August 26

• Program: Drop-in hour with the Education Office (optional)
  Time: 12:15 – 13:15
  Location: NU-5B21 in the NU Building
• Program: Faculty Welcome, Program Introduction, and Getting-to-Know-You Activities by EOS
  Time: 13:30 – 17:30
  Location: Starting in lecture hall IN-0B60 (Initium Building)

Canvas: link will be posted a.s.a.p.

During the obligatory study programme introduction, you will receive important information about your degree programme and studying at VU Amsterdam. You will also get to know your fellow students and can familiarise yourself with the academic advisors, the PPI trajectory, the study associations and the FSR (Faculty Student Counsil). The programme introduction is free of charge. Make a note of the date in your agenda! 

Bachelor Law in Society

Date: Monday, August 25 

Time: 13:00 - 14:00 hrs

Location:  NU Building, room NU-02C33 (Theater 3)

For the complete programme and more information, check this Canvas course (log in with your VUnetID)

More information will be available soon.

We’re looking forward to meeting all upcoming bachelor students at School of Business and Economics (SBE) on Monday 25 August during the Study Programme Introduction 2025-2026!

The Study Programme Introduction is the best way to prepare for the start of your bachelor's programme; you will receive essential information about the bachelor's programme and what it's like to study at VU Amsterdam. You’ll meet the programme management and your fellow students, you can get help with registering for your courses, and you get to know the university. Participating in the Study Programme Introduction will ensure a good start to your academic journey, so don't miss it!

We highly expect your attendance at the Study Programme Introduction, please register here. There are no costs involved.

Monday 25 August, 12.30h – 17.30h

BSc Bedrijfskunde

12.30u | Walk-in, VU Main Building, Aula (first floor)

BSc Economics and Business Economics

12.30u | Walk-in, VU Main Building, zaal HG-12A00 (12th floor)

BSc International Business Administration

12.30u | Walk-in, gebouw Initium, zaal IN-0B60 (ground floor)

BSc Econometrics & Operations Research/ BSc Econometrics & Data Science

12.30u | Walk-in, VU Main Building, zaal HG-14A00 (14th floor)

In addition to the Study Programme Introduction, our study associations Aureus (Business Administration, EBE and IBA) and Kraket (Econometrics) are organizing various activities related to the Bachelor Introduction 2025-2026. You are very welcome! For all information about the introduction activities, visit the website of Aureus and Kraket.

Premaster students participate in the programme introduction of the master's programmes, except for premaster students of the Health Sciences programme. During the free programme introduction, you will receive important information about your programme and studying at VU Amsterdam. You can also meet your fellow students in advance and get to know the programme coordinator, FSR and study advisor, among others. Do you need help with course registration? In the computer lab below, you can register yourself for the courses of semester 1 and ask questions. More information can be found on vu.nl. For important information you need at the start of your studies, you can consult the “Modules” item on the Canvas page. You will be invited to this at the end of July. Note the date for your course in your diary, but check the website for any changes.

You can consult the VU campus map on vu.nl.

Thursday 28 August

Biomedical Technology and Physics - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: HG-14A33, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Ecology and Evolution - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: NU-3B05, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Friday 29 August

Artificial Intelligence - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: HG-10A00, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Bioinformatics and Systems Biology (joint degree) - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 15:00 - 15:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 15:30 - 17:00
Location: HG-12A00, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Business Analytics - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 15:00 - 15:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 15:30 - 17:00
Location: HG-11A33, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Computer Science (joint degree) - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: Theatre 1, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Hydrology - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: NU-3B19, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Information Sciences - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 15:00 - 15:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 15:30 - 17:00
Location: HG-14A33, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Mathematics - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: NU-3A57, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Science, Business and Innovation - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: NU-3A06, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Environment and Resource Management
If you have any questions about the content and program of the study programme introduction, you can email info.erm.ivm@vu.nl.

Premaster programmes Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences

Your premaster will organise a programme introduction on the VU campus. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so you can get off to a good start with your premaster.

Pedagogische Wetenschappen (premaster)
More information about the faculty introduction of Pedagogische Wetenschappen will follow at a later date. Keep an eye on this page.

Human Movement Sciences (premaster)

When: Thursday 28 Aug 10:00 - 11:00
Location: MF-A415, MF building

You can find the full programme in Canvas (VU's digital learning environment). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive an invitation for their programme's Canvas course in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? If so, make sure you complete your study application as soon as possible.

School of Humanities

Premasters School of Humanities

Your premaster programme is hosting a programme introduction on the VU campus. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so you can get off to a good start with your studies.

Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
Starting location: MF-D565, Medical Faculty
Time: 15:00 – 17:00

You can find the full programme in Canvas (the digital learning environment of VU Amsterdam). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive invitations to their program's Canvas course in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Make sure you complete your programme application as soon as possible.

School of Religion and Theology

Premaster Theology and Religious Studies

Your premaster programme is hosting a programme introduction on the VU campus. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so you can get off to a good start with your studies.

Date: Monday, September 1, 2025
Time: 13:30 – 15:15
Starting location: HG-11A22, Main Building 

You can find the full programme in Canvas (the digital learning environment of VU Amsterdam). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive invitations to their program's Canvas course in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Make sure you complete your programme application as soon as possible.

School of Social Sciences

Political Science, Social and Cultural Antropology

On the digital learning platform Canvas, you will find the full program for your degree introduction. Don’t have a VUnetID yet? Make sure to complete your enrollment for your studies as soon as possible.

These programs share a joint School of Social Sciences introduction afternoon on campus. You don’t need to register, and attendance is not mandatory, but we strongly encourage you to come. It’s a great opportunity to get to know the School of Social Sciences, your program, and your fellow students. You’ll first be welcomed by the Faculty, followed by a welcome from your specific program. You’ll receive important information about your studies. Study association EOS will host a closing social gathering to help you connect with fellow students and lecturers. If you have questions about course registration, you’re also welcome to drop by during the walk-in hour at the Education Office beforehand.

When: Friday, August 29

Program: Walk-in hour with the Education Office [optional]
Time: 13:00 – 13:45
Location: NU-5B21 in the NU building

Program: Faculty Welcome, Program Welcome, Campus Tour, Social Gathering with EOS
Time: 14:00 – 18:00
Location: Starting in lecture hall HG-KC07 (Main Building)

Canvas: Link will follow as soon as possible. 

During the free programme introduction, you will receive important information about your programme and studying at VU Amsterdam. You can also meet your fellow students in advance and get to know the programme coordinator, FSR and study advisor, among others. Do you need help with course registration? In the computer lab below, you can register yourself for the courses of semester 1 and ask questions. More information can be found on vu.nl. For important information you need at the start of your studies, you can consult the “Modules” item on the Canvas page. You will be invited to this at the end of July. Note the date for your course in your diary, but check the website for any changes.

You can consult the VU campus map on vu.nl.

Thursday 28 August

Biomedical Sciences - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: HG-10A00, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG-Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Biomedical Technology and Physics - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: HG-14A33, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Biomolecular Sciences - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: HG-11A33, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Drug Discovery Sciences - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: HG-12A00, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Ecology and Evolution - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:00 - 15:00
Location: NU-3B05, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Global Health (research) - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: NU-3A06, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Health Sciences - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: Theatre 7, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Management, Policy Analysis and Entrepreneurship - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: HG-06A00, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Neurosciences (research) - Thursday 28 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: HG-12A33, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Friday 29 August

Artificial Intelligence - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: HG-10A00, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Bioinformatics and Systems Biology (joint degree) - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 15:00 - 15:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 15:30 - 17:00
Location: HG-12A00, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Business Analytics - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 15:00 - 15:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 15:30 - 17:00
Location: HG-11A33, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Computational Science - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Computer Science (joint degree) - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: Theatre 1, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Computer Security - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: NU-3B05, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Earth Sciences - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: HG-12A33, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Hydrology - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 13:00 - 13:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Location: NU-3B19, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Information Sciences - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 15:00 - 15:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 15:30 - 17:00
Location: HG-14A33, Main Building

Drinks
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Mathematics - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: NU-3A57, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Science, Business and Innovation - Friday 29 August
Help registering for courses
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Location: NU-6B37 6B57 6C13, NU Building

Study programme introduction
Time: 14:30 - 16:00
Location: NU-3A06, NU Building

Drinks
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: HG Foyer (1st floor), Main Building

Environment and Resource Management
If you have any questions about the content and program of the study programme introduction, you can email info.erm.ivm@vu.nl.

Master's programmes Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences (FGB)

Your programme is organising a programme introduction on the VU campus. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can make a good start with your studies.

During the programme introduction you will receive important information about your programme and studying at VU. You can also meet your fellow students and get to know the study advisors, Career Services, the study associations and the FSR (Faculty Student Council). The programme introduction is free of charge. The introduction is compulsory if you obtained your bachelor's degree at another university. If you already study at the VU, the meeting is also useful, but not all information will be new to you. Make a note of the date in your diary!

Education

Pedagogische Wetenschappen
Close to August 25th, check the VU site for further details

EMPO - Educational Master Primary Education
When: Friday 29 Aug 14:00 - 17:00
Location: MF-A415, MF Building

Human Movement Sciences

Human Movement Sciences
When: Thursday 28 Aug 15:00 -17:00
Location: HG-8A00, Main Building

Human Movement Sciences (research master)
When: Thursday 28 Aug 14:00 - 18:00
Location: MF-A228, MF Building

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Sciences
When: Thursday 28 Aug 15:00 - 17:30
Location: Aiss/RehabNet hub (OZW-EB05)

Psychology

Psychology
General training introduction
When: Friday 29 Aug 9:30 - 10:30
Location: HG-KC07, Main Building

Please note: In addition to this general programme introduction, there will also be introductory moments for the various masters and specialisations. You can find the full programme in Canvas (VU's digital learning environment). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive an invitation to the Canvas course of their programme in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? If so, make sure you complete your study application as soon as possible.

Psychology (research masters)
Meeting for all specialisations
When: Thursday 28 Aug 13:00 - 14:00
Location: MF-A307, MF building

Please note: In addition to this general programme introduction, there will also be introductory meetings for the various masters and specialisations. You can find the full programme in Canvas (VU's digital learning environment). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive an invitation to the Canvas course of their programme in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Then make sure you complete the registration for your study as soon as possible.

School of Humanities

MA Communication and Information Studies*
MA Architecture, Cities, Landscapes: History and Heritage
MA Philosophy
MA History
MA Filosofie van Cultuur en Bestuur
MA Arts & Culture
MA Literary Studies
MA Linguistics
Humanities Research Master

Your master programme is hosting a programme introduction on the VU campus. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so you can get off to a good start with your studies.

Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
Starting location: KC-07, Main Building
Time: 13:30 – 17:00 (for students new at VU Amsterdam)
         14:30 – 17:00 (for students who already studied at VU Amsterdam)

* A different introduction programme is organized for students of the master CIW - track Journalism. Your study programme will inform you further about this.

You can find the full programme in Canvas (the digital learning environment of VU Amsterdam). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive invitations to their program's Canvas course in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Make sure you complete your programme application as soon as possible.

MA Curating Arts and Cultures

Your programme will inform you about your programme's induction programme in the summer.

Ma Archaeology, Ma Classics & Ancient Civilizations, Ma Classics & Ancient Civilizations (research)

The introduction for masterstudents of Archaeology, Ancient Studies en Ancient Studies (research) is organized together with the UvA. In the summer you will receive more information about your study programme and the specific rules that apply to your study.

School of Religion and Theology

MA Theologie en Religiewetenschappen
MA Theology and Religios Studies (research)
MA Theology and Religious Studies

Your master programme is hosting a programme introduction on the VU campus. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so you can get off to a good start with your studies.

Date: Monday, September 1, 2025
Time: 13:30 – 16:00
Starting location: HG-06A33, Main Building  

You can find the full programme in Canvas (the digital learning environment of VU Amsterdam). Students with a valid VUnetID will receive invitations to their program's Canvas course in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Make sure you complete your programme application as soon as possible.

School of Social Sciences

On the digital learning platform Canvas, you will find the full program for your degree introduction. Don’t have a VUnetID yet? Make sure to complete your enrollment for your studies as soon as possible.

These programs share a joint School of Social Sciences introduction afternoon on campus. You don’t need to register, and attendance is not mandatory, but we strongly encourage you to come. It’s a great opportunity to get to know the School of Social Sciences, your program, and your fellow students. You’ll first be welcomed by the Faculty, followed by a welcome from your specific program. You’ll receive important information about your studies. Study association EOS will host a closing social gathering to help you connect with fellow students and lecturers. If you have questions about course registration, you’re also welcome to drop by during the walk-in hour at the Education Office beforehand.

Public Administration, Culture Organisation and Management, Political Science

When: Friday, August 29

Program: Walk-in hour with the Education Office [optional]
Time: 13:30 – 14:15
Location: NU-5B21 in the NU building

Program: Faculty Welcome, Program Welcome, Campus Tour, Social Gathering with EOS
Time: 14:30 – 18:00
Location: Starting in lecture hall HG-KC07 (Main Building)

Canvas: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/FFXEBY

Communication Science, Social Sciences for a Digital Society, Social and Cultural Antropology

When: Friday, August 29

Program: Walk-in hour with the Education Office [optional]
Time: 14:00 – 14:45
Location: NU-5B21 in the NU building

Program: Faculty Welcome, Program Welcome, Campus Tour, Social Gathering with EOS
Time: 15:00 – 18:00
Location: Starting in lecture hall HG-KC07 (Main Building)

Canvas: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/FFXEBY

Please note: The Research Master's program Social Sciences for a Digital Society also has its own program-specific introduction on Thursday, August 28 from 15:00 – 17:00 in HG-09A24 (Main Building).

During the study programme introduction you will receive important information about your programme and studying at VU. You can also meet your fellow students and get to know the student advisors, Career Services, the study associations and the FSR (Faculty Student Council). The programme introduction is free of charge. This introduction is compulsory if you obtained your bachelor's degree at another university. If you already study at the VU, the meeting is also useful, but not all information will be new to you. Make a note of the date in your agenda!

Please note: in addition to this general study programme introduction, there will also be introductory meetings for the various master's programmes and specialisations. The dates and locations are listed below. The complete overview with more information can be found in our Canvas course.

For all English master programmes and specialisations

Date: Friday, August 29 

Time: 13:00 - 14:20 hrs

Location: Main building, room HG-02A00

For the complete programme and more information, check this Canvas course (log in with your VUnetID).

More information about the faculty introduction days of MED will follow at a later time. Keep an eye on this page.

MSc Econometrics & Operations Research (all tracks)

We’re looking forward to meeting all the upcoming Econometrics & Operations Research master students at the School of Business and Economics (SBE) during the Master Introduction 2025-2026.

The Master Introduction is the best way to prepare for the start of your master's programme; you will receive essential information about the master's programme and what it's like to study at VU Amsterdam. You’ll meet the programme management and your fellow students, we highly expect your attendance. Participating in the Master Introduction will ensure a good start to your new academic journey, so don't miss it!

Date: Thursday August 28, 2025

Time: 10.30h – 16.30h (optional: BBQ at Uilenstede, 17h-22h)

Location: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Main Building

Please register (free of charge) here.

MSc Accounting, MSc Business Administration (all specializations), MSc Digital Business and Innovation, MSC Economics, MSc Finance (all specializations), MSc Marketing, MSc Spatial, Transport and Environmental Economics, MSc Transport and Supply Chain Management

Your master’s introduction will take place during a scheduled lecture for your study programme in the first academic week*. In the week before, on Thursday August 28^th, Study association Aureus warmly invites you to Masterday 2025! The day includes a general opening, several interesting guest speakers and most importantly room to get to know your fellow master students during a pubquiz and drink provided by Aureus.

* with the exception of MSc Digital Business and Innovation, students will be informed.

Date: Thursday August 28, 2025

Time: 10.00h – 15.45h

Location: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, building ‘Initium’

Click here for detailed information and registration.

MSc Entrepreneurship, joint degree with UvA 

Date: Monday September 1, 2025

Time: 13:30 - 17:00

Location: The Bridge, Roeterseilandcampus, Nieuwe Achtergracht 166, 4th Floor

If you have any questions about the Master Introduction for MSc Entrepreneurship, please contact events-eb@uva.nl.