Study programme introduction

The Study programme introduction days for bachelor students is part of the VU Bachelor Introduction Days (23 until 29 August 2023). So, if you’ve signed-up for the VU Bachelor Introduction Days you will automatically join the Study programme introduction as well. For the Bachelor Introduction Days you can choose between going all in including an evening programme (5 days) or participating in a shorter introduction programme with a focus on getting to know VU Amsterdam and your studies as well as the faculty (2 days). More information and the answers to many questions can be found here.

During the study programme introduction you will receive important information about your study programme and studying at VU Amsterdam. You will also meet your fellow students, the program coordinator, FSR and study advisors. The program introduction is free of charge. Soon you will receive an invitation with more information.

Artificial Intelligence - Monday 28 August

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: Theater1 NU-00C07 (314/83T) and Theater7 NU-4C11 (212/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73133
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 2 Red + 3 Dark-green + 5 White + 8 Black

Mathematics - Monday 28 August

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: WN-F123 (82/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73130
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 6 Orange + 7 Yellow

Farmaceutische Wetenschappen - Dinsdag 29 augustus

Programma:
Introductie: 15.00 – 16.30 | locatie: WN-D107(184/46T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73138
Intekeninstructies: 16.30 - 17.30 | locatie: TenT Blok 1 Blauw + 2 Rood

Computer Science - Monday 28 August

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: WN-KC137 (304/76T) and WN-KC159 (168/42T
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73132
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block  1 Blue + 2 Red + 3 Dark-green + 5 White + 8 Black

Medische Natuurwetenschappen - Maandag 28 augustus

Programma:
Introductie: 14.00 – 15.30 | locatie: WN-Q112(208/52T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73128
Intekeninstructies: 15.30 - 16.30 | locatie: TenT Blok 4 Groen + 6 Oranje

Gezondheidswetenschappen - Dinsdag 29 augustus

Programma:
Introductie: 13.00 – 14.30 | locatie: Theater1 NU-00C07(314/83T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73140
Intekeninstructies: 14.30 - 15.30 | locatie: TenT Blok 2 Rood + 3 Donkergroen + 5 Wit

Gezondheid en Leven - Dinsdag 29 augustus

Programma:
Introductie: 13.00 – 14.30 | locatie: WN-KC159(168/42T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73129
Intekeninstructies: 14.30 - 15.30 | locatie: TenT Blok 1 Blauw + 4 Groen

Aarde, Economie en Duurzaamheid - Dinsdag 29 augustus

Programma:
Introductie: 13.00 – 14.30 | locatie: HG-11A33(85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73136
Intekeninstructies: 14.30 - 15.30 | locatie: TenT – Blok 8 Zwart.

Aardwetenschappen - Dinsdag 29 augustus

Programma:
Introductie: 13.00 – 14.30 | locatie: HG-09A16(56/18T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73137
Intekeninstructies: 14.30 - 15.30 | locatie: TenT - Blok 6 Oranje

Biologie - Dinsdag 29 augustus

Programma:
Introductie: 14.00 – 15.30 | locatie: NU-3A57 (54/27T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73135
Intekeninstructies: 15.30 - 16.30 | locatie: TenT Blok 4 Groen

Biomedical Sciences - Tuesday 29 August

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: WN-KC137(304/76T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73134
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 1 Blue + 2 Red + 3 Dark-green

Business Analytics - Tuesday 29 August

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: WN-Q112(208/52T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73131
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block  8 Black

Science, Business and Innovation  - Dinsdag 29 augustus

Programma:
Introductie: 14.00 – 15.30 | locatie: NU-3B05 (72/35T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73139
Intekeninstructies: 15.30 - 16.30 | locatie: TenT Blok  6 Oranje + 7 Geel

Scheikunde (joint degree)- Dinsdag 29 augustus

Programma:
Introductie: 09.00 – 11.00 | locatie: Theater6 NU-4C07(88/20T)
See the University of Amsterdam website for more information about the program introduction.

During the introduction meeting of your study programme, you will be welcomed by the programme director, the academic advisor and other coordinators of the programme. There will be plenty of time to ask your questions and get to know your fellow students. It is advisable to be present so that you do not miss any important information and you can make a good start with your study programme. There is no need to register in advance.

Psychology

When: Monday 28 August 2023

• Time: 1.00 - 3.00 PM
  Location: Main Building, Aula

On our digital educational platform Canvas you will find the full programme of the introduction for your study programme. Students with a valid VUnetID will receive the invitation for Canvas in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Then make sure to complete your application as soon as possible. 

Theology and Religious Studies

Your study programme is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Tuesday, August 29. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your studies.

When: Tuesday 29 August 2023

• Time: 1.00 - 4.45 PM
  Location: Main building, lecture hall HG-1E24

On the digital educational platform Canvas you will find the full programme of the introduction for your study programme. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Then make sure you register for your study programme as soon as possible.

Communication Science, Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology, Political Science

The bachelor programmes of Social Sciences have a joint study programme introduction on campus. You do not have to register, it is not obligatory, but it's important that you will be present to get a good start of your academic year. You will get to know the faculty, your programme and your fellow students. You'll be welcomed by the faculty and afterwards by your own study programme. You will receive important information about your studies. Study association EOS will provide a section with introductory activities and also a closing drink. If you have any questions about registering for courses, you may also drop by during the Education Office's walk-in hour beforehand. You can also check out the Manual Digital Service from the Faculty.

When: Tuesday 29 August

• Programme: [optional] Walk-in hour with the Education Office.
  Time: 12:30 - 13:30
  Location: NU-5B21 (NU building)
• Programme: Faculty Welcome, Education Welcome, introductory activities by EOS
  Time: 13:30 - 17:00
  Location: lecture room IN-0B60 (Initium building)

For more information, please check out the Canvas page for your study programme.

• Bestuurs- en Organisatiewetenschap: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/Y76BWX
• Communication Science & Communicatiewetenschap: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/XHTGMJ
• Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology & Culturele Antropologie en Ontwikkelingssociologie: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/KNP3A8
• Political Science & Political Science: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/BM8MAX
• Sociologie: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/3MALPD

For specific questions about the introduction activities of the Faculty of Social Sciences, mail to: voordepoort.fsw@vu.nl

Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)

See below under 'Philosophy, Politics and Economics (John Stuart Mill College)'

On the digital education platform Canvas you will find the full program of the introduction to your program. Students with a valid VUnetID will receive the invitation for Canvas in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Then make sure to complete your application as soon as possible. 

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

The introduction for Bachelor's students in Ancient Studies, Archaeology and Griekse en Latijnse Taal en Cultuur (in Dutch) is organised in collaboration with the University of Amsterdam. In the summer you will receive more information about your study programme and the specific rules applicable.

Creative Technology

The introduction of this program will take place on Monday, August 28, Tuesday, 29 and Wednesday, August 30 at the University of Twente (UT) in Enschede. You will receive more information from UT.

Communication and Information Studies (CIS) 

Your study programme is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Monday, August 28. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your studies.

When: Monday 28 Augustus 2023

• Time: 1.00 PM - 05.00 PM
  Start location: Main building, lecture hall KC-07

History

Your study programme is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Monday, August 28. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your studies.

When: Monday 28 Augustus 2023

• Time: 1.00 PM - 05.00 PM
  Start location: Main building, lecture hall KC-07

Literature and Society

Your study programme is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Monday, August 28. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your studies.

When: Monday 28 Augustus 2023

• Time: 1.00 PM - 05.00 PM
  Start location: Main building, lecture hall KC-07

Media, Art, Design and Achitecture 

Your study programme is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Monday, August 28. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your studies.

When: Monday 28 Augustus 2023

• Time: 1.00 PM - 05.00 PM
  Start location: Main building, lecture hall KC-07

Philosophy

Your study programme is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Monday, August 28. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your studies.

When: Monday 28 Augustus 2023

• Time: 1.00 PM - 05.00 PM
  Start location: Main building, lecture hall KC-07

Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)

See below under 'Philosophy, Politics and Economics (John Stuart Mill College)'

The faculty organizes a study programme introduction on campus. You do not have to register for 
this introduction, but your presence is mandatory. This is because important information is provided so that you can get off to a good start with your studies. The full program can be found in Canvas (this is VU Amsterdam's  digital learning environment). In the information below you will find the link to the Canvas course of your study programme. 

Law in Society

• When: Monday 28 augustus 2023 
• Time: 13:00 - 14:30 hrs 
• Location:  MF-D665 

The full program can be found on Canvas This link gives you access to the Canvas course: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/ANNCCP (log in with your VUnetID). 

Check it regularly! The Canvas course also contains other important information about your study programme. 

The faculty introduction days are August 31st and September 1st 2023. More information will be made available at https://www.studioovu.nl/. 

We’re looking forward to meeting all upcoming bachelor students at School of Business and Economics (SBE) on Monday 28 August during the Study Programme Introduction 2023-2024!

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. You can find the detailed programme of the Study Programme Introduction of your bachelor on Canvas.nl (log in with your VUnetID).

Part of your introduction will take place on VU Campus, the other part will take place at Sportcentrum de Pijp. Make sure you know at which location your introduction starts!

Monday 28 August, 13.00h – 17.30h

BSc Business Administration

12.45 – 13.00 | Walk-in, building Initium, room IN-0B60 (ground floor)

BSc Economics and Business Economics

12.45 – 13.00 | Walk-in, Main Building, room HG-12A00 (12^th floor)

BSc International Business Administration

12.45 – 13.00 | Walk-In, Sportcentrum de Pijp  (see google maps)

BSc Econometrics & Operations Research/ BSc Econometrics & Data Science

12.45 – 13.00 | Walk-in, Main Building, room HG-06A00 (6th 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 Introduction 2023-2024. You are very welcome! For all information about the introduction activities, visit the website of  Aureus and Kraket.

Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE)

PPE Welcome session

Monday 28 August
13:30-15:45 CET
Main building, room 4A-00

During this session, the staff of the John Stuart Mill College will welcome you to PPE’s famous “fourth floor” of VU Amsterdam’s Main Building. The dean (Roland Luttens) and programme coordinators (Phil Robichaud and Özlem Terzi) will give you all the essential information you need to kick off the academic year, Alexander Lindemans will introduce himself as your Academic Advisor, and student initiatives will present themselves so you can find out more about fun extracurricular activities you can attend or contribute too.   

The session for PPE will take place in the lecture hall of the John Stuart Mill College (4A00). In this video you can already see how to get there.

During the study programme introduction you will receive important information about your study programme and studying at the VU. You will also meet your fellow students, the program coordinator, FSR and study advisors. The program introduction is free of charge. Soon you will receive an invitation with more information.

Ecology and Evolution - Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-02A33 (85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73142
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 7 Yellow + 5 White
Drinks: 15:30 - 16:30 | location: Tuinzaal

Health Sciences - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 15:00 - 16:30 | location: HG-Auditorium (224)
Course registration: 16.30 - 1730 | location: TenT Block 6 Orange + 7 Yellow + 8 Black
Drinks: 18:00 - 19:00 | location: Foyer 

Biomedical Technology and Physics - Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: HG-14A33 (85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73141
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 7 Yellow + 5 White
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location: Tuinzaal

Artificial Intelligence - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: WN-KC137(304/76T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73151
Course registration: 14.30 - 1530 | location: TenT Block 2 Red + 3 Dark-green + 8 Black
Drinks: 15:30 - 16:30 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Science, Business and Innovation - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-12A00 (200/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73159
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 6 Orange + 7 Yellow
Drinks: 15:30 - 16:30 | location: Tuinzaal

Computer Science (joint degree)- Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: IN-0B60(550/137T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73152
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 2 Red + 3 Dark-green + 8 Black
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Mathematics - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: HG-14A33(85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73150
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 6 Orange
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location: Tuinzaal 

Hydrology - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: HG-12A33(85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73158
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 7 Yellow
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location: Tuinzaal 

Information Sciences - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 15.00 – 16.30 | location: HG-14A00(200/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73153
Course registration: 16.30 - 17.30 | location: TenT Block 2 Red
Drinks: 18:00 - 19:00 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Bioinformatics and Systems Biology (joint degree) - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 15.00 – 16.30 | location: MF-FG2(250/62T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73155
Course registration: 16.30 - 17.30 | location: TenT Block 3 Dark-green + 5 White + 8 Black
Drinks: 18:00 - 19:00 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Business Analytics - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 15.00 – 16.30 | location: HG-08A00(200/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73156
Course registration: 16.30 - 17.30 | location: TenT Block  1 Blue + 4 Green
Drinks: 18:00 - 19:00 | location: Tuinzaal

Environment and Resource Management

There will not be a study programme introduction day for the premaster Environment and Resource Management. The first course of period 1, will be the start of the year (as shown in your schedule). See the following page for more information about signing in for courses and for further questions about your studies we advise you to visit the course website.

Human Movement Sciences

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 10.00 - 11.00 AM
  Location: New University Building, lecture hall 3A06

Pedagogische Wetenschappen

When: Monday 28 August 2023

• Time: 9.00 - 10.30 AM
  Location: MF Building, lecture hall D565

Theology and Religious studies

Your premaster is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Monday, 4 September. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your premaster. 

When: Monday 4 september 2023

• Time: 1.30 - 3.15 PM
  Location: HG-02A36 (Main building VU)

On the digital education platform Canvas you will find the full program of the introduction to your premaster. Students with a valid VUnetID will receive the invitation for Canvas in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Then make sure to complete your application soon as possible. 

Beleid, Communicatie en Organisatie, Bestuurskunde, Communicatiewetenschap, Political Science, Social and Cultural Anthropology, Sociologie

On the digital education platform Canvas, you can find the full programme of the Faculty Introduction for the premasters. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Then make sure you complete your study application as soon as possible.

The Premasters of the Faculty of Social Sciences have a joint study programme introduction on campus. You do not have to register, it is not obligatory, but it's important that you will be present so you will have the best start of your academic year. You will get to know the faculty, your programme and your fellow students. You'll be welcomed by the faculty and afterwards by your own study programme. You will receive important information about your studies. Study association EOS will provide a section with introductory activities and also a closing drink. If you have any questions about registering for courses, you may also drop by during the Education Office's walk-in hour beforehand. You can also check out the Manual Digital Service from the Faculty.

When: Friday 1 September 2023

• Programme: Walk-in hour with the Education Office [optional]
  Time: 13:45-14:45
  Location: WN-F153 (W&N building)
• Programme: Faculty Welcome, Study Programme Welcome, EOS
  Time: 15:00-17:30
  Location: lecture room HG-KC07 (Main Building)

Canvas: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/8RBAN3

ACASA: Archaeology

The introduction for premaster's students in Archaeology is organized in collaboration with the UvA. In the summer you will receive more information about your study programme and the specific rules applicable.

Arts and Culture, Communication and Information Studies (CIS), Heritage Studies, History, Linguistics and Literary Studies

Your premaster is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Thursday, August 31. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your premaster. 

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 3.00 - 5.00 PM
  Start Location: Main Building, lecture hall 07A33

On the digital education platform Canvas you will find the full program of the introduction to your premaster. Students with a valid VUnetID will receive the invitation for Canvas in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Then make sure to complete your application soon as possible.

Students of the premaster Communication and Information Studies - Journalistiek are attending their own programme:

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 11.30 (walk-in) - 4.00 PM
  Start Location: New University Building, lecture hall NU-5A57

The premasters of the School of Business and Economics (SBE) start in February. More information about the faculty introduction days will follow at a later time. Keep an eye on this page.

During the study programme introduction you will receive important information about your study programme and studying at the VU. You will also meet your fellow students, the program coordinator, FSR and study advisors. The program introduction is free of charge. Soon you will receive an invitation with more information.

Management, Policy Analysis and Entrepreneurship - Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-Auditorium (224)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73144
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 8 Black + 3 Dark-green
Drinks: 15:30 – 16:30 | location:  Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Neurosciences (research) -Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-12A00 (200/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73149
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 2 Red
Drinks: 15:30 – 16:30 | location:  Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Biomedical Sciences - Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-14A00 (200/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73147
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 1 Blue
Drinks: 15:30 – 16:30 | location:  Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Biomolecular Sciences  - Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: WN-Q105 (208/52T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73143
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 6 Orange
Drinks: 15:30 – 16:30 | location:  Tuinzaal 

Ecology and Evolution - Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-02A33 (85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73142
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 7 Yellow + 5 White
Drinks: 15:30 - 16:30 | location: Tuinzaal

Global Health (research) - Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-12A33 (85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73148
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 4 Green + 5 White
Drinks: 15:30 - 16:30 | location:  Tuinzaal 

Health Sciences -Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: WN-KC137 (304/76T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73145
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 |  location: TenT Block 3 Dark-green + 8 Black
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location:  Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Drug Discovery Sciences - Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: WN-Q112 (208/52T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73160
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 4 Green + 6 Orange
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location:  Tuinzaal 

Biomedical Technology and Physics - Thursday 31 August

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: HG-14A33 (85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73141
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 7 Yellow + 5 White
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location: Tuinzaal

Artificial Intelligence - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: WN-KC137(304/76T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73151
Course registration: 14.30 - 1530 | location: TenT Block 2 Red + 3 Dark-green + 8 Black
Drinks: 15:30 - 16:30 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Computer Security - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-02A33(85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73154
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 5 White
Drinks: 15:30 - 16:30 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Earth Sciences - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-10A00(200/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73157
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 1 Blue
Drinks: 15:30 - 16:30 | location: Tuinzaal 

Science, Business and Innovation - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 13.00 – 14.30 | location: HG-12A00 (200/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73159
Course registration: 14.30 - 15.30 | location: TenT Block 6 Orange + 7 Yellow
Drinks: 15:30 - 16:30 | location: Tuinzaal

Computer Science (joint degree)- Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: IN-0B60(550/137T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73152
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 2 Red + 3 Dark-green + 8 Black
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Computational Science (joint degree) - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73164
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 1 Blue
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Mathematics - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: HG-14A33(85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73150
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 6 Orange
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location: Tuinzaal 

Hydrology - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 14.00 – 15.30 | location: HG-12A33(85/28T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73158
Course registration: 15.30 - 16.30 | location: TenT Block 7 Yellow
Drinks: 16:45 - 17:45 | location: Tuinzaal 

Information Sciences - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 15.00 – 16.30 | location: HG-14A00(200/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73153
Course registration: 16.30 - 17.30 | location: TenT Block 2 Red
Drinks: 18:00 - 19:00 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Bioinformatics and Systems Biology (joint degree) - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 15.00 – 16.30 | location: MF-FG2(250/62T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73155
Course registration: 16.30 - 17.30 | location: TenT Block 3 Dark-green + 5 White + 8 Black
Drinks: 18:00 - 19:00 | location: Receptieruimten Boelelaanzijde + Campuszijde

Business Analytics - Friday 1 September

Programme:
Introduction: 15.00 – 16.30 | location: HG-08A00(200/50T)
Canvas link: https://canvas.vu.nl/courses/73156
Course registration: 16.30 - 17.30 | location: TenT Block  1 Blue + 4 Green
Drinks: 18:00 - 19:00 | location: Tuinzaal

Environment and Resource Management

The study programme introduction days for the master Environment and Resource Management will take place from Monday 04.09.23 until Wednesday 06.09.23. All the information about the study programme introduction days is placed on the ERM Canvas Community Page. An invitation email for the canvas page has been sent and to have access to the page you need to accept the invitation first.

During the introduction meeting of your programme, you will be welcomed by your programme director, academic advisor and other programme coordinators. There will be plenty of time to ask questions and get to know your fellow students. It is highly recommended to be present so that you do not miss any important information and you can get off to a good start with your programme. There is no need to register in advance.

Human Movement Sciences

When: Friday 1 September 2023

• Time: 9.00 - 10.00 AM
  Location: MF Building, lecture hall MF FG1

Human Movement Sciences (Research)

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 2.00 - 6.00 PM
  Location: MF Building,lecture hall A611

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Sciences

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 2.00 - 5.00 PM
  Location: MF Building, lecture hall MF-A505

Psychology

On Friday 1 September, from 9.30 to 10.45 AM, a general introduction meeting will be held for all students who followed their Bachelor’s programme at another university and who are not yet familiar with the VU-systems. The location is in the Main building, lecture hall HG-KC07.

Subsequently, the introduction meetings per track will take place as mentioned below. You will be welcomed by the programme director and there will be plenty of time to get acquainted with fellow students and lecturers. It is recommended that you attend the meeting so that you do not miss any important information.

Introduction meetings per track Master's programme Psychology:

WORK AND ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

When: Friday 1 September 2023

• Time: 11.00 AM - 1.30 PM
  Location: MF Building, MF-D565

(the other tracks are not in English)

 Psychology (Research)

Introduction Day Research Master’s programmes Psychology

On Thursday 31 August we offer you an introduction day so you can meet some lecturers and each other before the academic year starts. Please register for this special Introduction Day for all Research Master Psychology students by filling out this form before 28 August. For any questions and for updates on the day's program, please accept this invitation to this Whatsapp group.

The introduction meetings are part of the Introduction Day:

COGNITIVE NEUROPSYCHOLOGY

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 2.00 - 6.00 PM
  Location: MF Building, lecture hall D665

GENES IN BEHAVIOUR AND HEALTH

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 2.00 - 6.00 PM
  Location: MF Building, lecture hall A415

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 2.00 - 6.00 PM
  Location: MF Building, lecture hall D565

CLINICAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOPATHOLOGY

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 2.00 - 6.00 PM
  Location: MF Building, lecture hall A307

Master Theology and Religious Studies, (1 year),  Research Master Theology and Religious Studies and Master Theologie en Religiewetenschappen (predikantsopleiding)

Your study programme is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Monday, September 4. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your studies.

When: Monday 4 September 2023

• Time: 1:30 - 4.30 PM
  Start location: Main building, Room HG-06A33

On the digital education platform Canvas you will find the full program of the introduction to your program. Students with a valid VUnetID will receive the invitation for Canvas in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Then make sure to complete your application as soon as possible. 

The Master's programmes of the Faculty of Social Sciences do not have a separate introduction day at faculty level. The programmes each have their own moment of introduction. Below you will find all information per Master's programme. If you have questions about things like course registration, you can check out the Manual Digital Services of the Faculty.

Communication Science

• When: Monday 4 September 2023
• Time: 10:00 - 13:00
• Location: HG-16A00 (Kerkzaal)
• Programme: You will receive the necessary information about your master and the curriculum. You will meet teachers of the programme and can ask any questions you still have.
   

Culture, Organization and Management

The Master Culture, Organization and Management does not have a separate introduction meeting. The lecturers will welcome you and will provide you with more information on the programme during the first lecture, of the course Sensemaking in Organizations. 

• When: Monday 4 September 2023
• Time: 13:30 - 18:00
• Location: WN-D107

Political Science

• When: Monday 4 September 2023
• Time: 15:30 - 17:15
• Location: WN-S623

This Introduction Lecture will provide you with all the necessary information about your study programme, the curriculum, and more. You will also meet the programme director and lecturers, and there is room to ask any questions you may have. It is important that you attend this event, so please make sure to sign up through this form. Following the Introduction Lecture, your first lecture (from the Core Debates in Political Science course) takes place from 17:30 to 19:15 in WN-D107. 

Finally, we warmly invite you to the second and final introduction event: the Introduction Get-Together, taking place on Thursday 7 September from 17:30 to 18:30 on the Roof Garden of the Main Building (3D, accessible via the D wing stairs next to StudentenD0k). This informal gathering is an excellent opportunity to get to know your fellow students and lecturers (better) while enjoying drinks and snacks. You can sign up for this event via the same sign-up page as for the Introduction Lecture.

Social and Cultural Anthropology

The Master Social and Cultural Anthropology does not have a separate introduction meeting. The lecturers will welcome you and will provide you with more information on the programme during the first lecture, of the course Field Research Design. 

• When: Monday 4 September 2023
• Time: 13:30 - 15:15
• Location: WN-S623

Societal Resilience (Research)

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time:                14:00 – 16:00 hrs
• Location:           Main building, room HG-02A36
• Programme: First, our research director Rene Bekkers and program coordinator Tijs van den Broek will address you with welcoming words. Afterwards, it is time to get to know your lecturers, second-year students and, of course, your fellow first-year students! What is your fun fact? We will finish the plenary session with practical information about your first weeks at the VU and a Q&A starring our second-year students. We will continue with an informal part of the introduction: drinks and snacks on VU’s rooftop terrace, and optionally a campus tour by our second-year students. 

ACASA: Archaeology, Classics and Ancient Civilizations, and the Research Master of Classics and Ancient Civilizations

The introduction for Master's students in Archaeology, Classics and Ancient Civilizations, and the Research Master of Classics and Ancient Civilizations is organised in collaboration with the UvA. In the summer you will receive more information about your study programme and the specific rules applicable.

Arts and Culture, Communication and Information Studies (CIS), Heritage Studies, History, Philosophy, Linguistics, Literary Studies and the Humanities Research Master

Your study programme is organizing an introduction meeting on VU campus on Thursday, August 31. You do not need to register, but we do expect you to attend. Important information will be given so that you can get off to a good start with your studies.

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 1:45 – 5:00 PM (drinks from 5:00)
  Start location: Main building, lecture hall HG-KC07

On the digital education platform Canvas you will find the full program of the introduction to your program. Students with a valid VUnetID will receive the invitation for Canvas in the second half of August. Don't have a VUnetID yet? Then make sure to complete your application as soon as possible.

Communication and Information Studies: Journalistiek

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 10:30 – 4:00 PM
  Location: New University building, room NU-5A47

Filosofie van Cultuur en Bestuur

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 1:45 – 3:00 PM
  Location: Main building, lecture hall HG-KC07

In addition to this general introduction, your study programme organizes an introductory weekend to Het Droogdok in Vinkeveen. This will take place from Thursday, September 14, 14.00 to Saturday, September 16, 12.00.

Curating Art and Cultures

When: Thursday 31 August 2023

• Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM (drinks from 5:00)
  Location: New University building, room NU-3B07

The faculty organizes a study programme introduction on campus. You do not have to register for 
this introduction, but your presence is mandatory. This is because important information is provided so that you can get off to a good start with your studies. The full program can be found in Canvas (this is the VU's digital learning environment). In the information below you will find the link to the Canvas course of your study programme. 

Master programmes Faculty of Law 

• When: Thursday, August 31, 2023 
• Location: HG-06A00 
• Time: 13:00 -  15.00 hrs 

The Faculty of Law organizes a general study programme introduction. Following this, an introductory moment is organised for a number of Master's programs and specialisations. Some of the programs and specialisations have an introductory moment in the first week of September. 

All information about the introductions can be found on Canvas. This link gives you access to the Canvas course: https://canvas.vu.nl/enroll/CHTXGH (log in with your VUnetID). 

Check it regularly! The Canvas course also contains other important information about your study programme. 

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

The faculty board and study associations Aureus and Kraket are excited to meet all upcoming master students at School of Business and Economics (SBE) during the study programme introduction 2023-20243. You are expected on Thursday 31 August or Friday 1 September, there are no costs involved. During the introduction day you will receive important information about your study programme and you will get to know your lecturers and fellow students. Participating in the introduction ensures a good start of your study, so don't miss it!

Thursday 31 August, 10.30h – 16.15h (VU Main Building):

MSc Econometrics & Operations Research
MSc Econometrics & Data Science

Please register here.

See for the detailed programme the website of Study Association Kraket.

Friday 1 September, 13.00h – 18.30h (VU Main Building):

MSc Accounting and Control
MSC Business Administration – all specializations
MSc Economics
MSc Digital Business and Innovation
MSc Finance – all specializations/ Honours Programmes
MSc Marketing
MSc Spatial, Transport and Environmental Economics
MSc Transport and Supply Chain Management

See for the detailed programme and registering: https://www.aureus.nl/event/sbe-masterday-2023/

Monday 4 September

MSc Entrepreneurship

The detailed programme and information about registering can be found here.