Modules in the academic year 2026-2027
- Module 1: Teaching September - December 2026
This module is only available in Dutch. Please visit the Dutch page for more information. - Module 2: Supervising students January - March 2027
This module is only available in Dutch. Please visit the Dutch page for more information. - Module 3: Teaching Design April - June 2027
This module is only available in Dutch. Please visit the Dutch page for more information. - Module 3: Teaching Design October - December 2026 (fully booked)
This module is open to both Dutch and English speaking participants.
Dates and times Module 3 "Teaching Design":
8 October 10:00 to 16:00 intakes based on participant's availability
15 October online meeting from 09:30 to 12:30
5 November online meeting from 09:30 to 12:30
3 December online meeting from 09:30 to 12:30
(This module is fully booked. Your registration will be placed on the waitinglist.)
Total duration UTQ-flex
Between 8 and 10 weeks per module.
Dates final interview (if all three modules have been successfully completed and the participant wishes to obtain a full UTQ certificate):
- June 2027
Study load
Depending on teaching experience: 20 - 35 hours per module.
Location
Online (live meetings on Zoom, self-study on Canvas).
VU Centre for Teaching and Learning
Nieuwe Universiteitsgebouw, 6th floor, A-wing
De Boelelaan 1111, 1081 HV Amsterdam
Cost (2026/2027)
Only VU employees with teaching duties can participate in the BKO. Most of the programme cost is covered through internal quality funds. However, VU candidates must obtain approval from their supervisor or manager to enrol in the course. An administration fee of €90 per candidate will be charged, to be paid by the faculty.
Registration
VU employees can register via the registration form.
After registration, we will send you an intake form to prepare for the intake interview.
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