Jumpstart consists of a series of workshops that will help our new international Master students transition seamlessly into their higher education journey.
The programme will take place from 22 - 30 September 2025. We’ve made sure to spread out the sessions over these two weeks, so the programme is not too intense. Students can choose which workshops they would like to attend based on their needs, interests and timetable. Find an overview of the workshops in the schedule below.
For more information make sure to check our page about the VU Jumpstart programme and details on what each workshop entails.
Jumpstart 2025 Schedule*
| Date and Time | Workshop from 17:30 | Activity from ca. 19:15 | For whom? |
| Monday 22 September 2025 | Discover Dutch - Scavenger hunt edition | BitterBallen Borrel | New International Master students |
| Tuesday 23 September 2025 | Boost Your Research: Literature Search & AI | Friendshipping & Pizza Night | New International Master students |
| Wednesday 24 September 2025 | Your guide to article reading & avoiding plagiarism pitfalls | Board Games & Pancake Night | New International Master students |
| Monday 29 September 2025 | How to up your game in academic writing | ‘Bring your own Bias’ & Food from a Dutch snackbar | New International Master students |
| Tuesday 30 September 2025 | Better together: Improve your teamwork skills in a mixed classroom | Board Games & Pancake Night | New International Master students |
Location: All workshops and activities will take place on campus.
*Subject to change, details to be confirmed.
Note: The Jumpstart programme is only intended for new international Master students. If you fall in this category, you will receive an email around mid-September with details on how to sign up.