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BA/BSc Liberal Arts and Sciences (Amsterdam University College)

Amsterdam University College (UvA and VU Amsterdam) · Amsterdam, Netherlands

100% taught in EnglishApply via Studielink, not the CAOSelectiveMotivationEarly-bird round
Duration3 years
StartsSept 2027
EntrySelective
Deadline (EU)1 Feb 2027
EU fee 2026/27€5,580 / yr

About the course

A residential liberal arts and sciences college run jointly by the University of Amsterdam and VU Amsterdam. Students choose a Sciences, Social Sciences or Humanities major.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • Leaving Certificate with at least 6 subjects: at least H5 in 2 Higher Level subjects, at least O6/H7 in the other 4, and at least 350 CAO points.
  • The maths level needed depends on your major (Sciences, Social Sciences or Humanities). Check AUC’s maths requirements.

How to apply

  1. Apply on Studielink, then in UvA’s SIS portalEarly bird: 1 December 2026 (decision before 10 February 2027). Regular: 1 February 2027 (decision before 10 April 2027).
  2. Admissions committee reviewAssesses academic ability, motivation for a broad, intensive programme and commitment to the AUC community.
  3. Late round (if offered)1 May 2027, decision before 10 June. Not guaranteed every year.
  4. Accept and arrange housingAUC is a residential college in Amsterdam Science Park.
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: 1 February 2027 (regular round). Early-bird deadline 1 December 2026; a late 1 May round is not guaranteed.

Costs

  • AUC charges a higher fee than the standard Dutch fee: €5,580 for EU students (2026/27).
  • EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).
AUC recommends applying by the early-bird or regular deadline.

At a glance

CountryNetherlands
CityAmsterdam
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaStudielink
PlacesSelective intake
EntrySelective
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Checked against the official AUC website: September 2026 (2027 entry). The Irish requirement shown is the University of Amsterdam’s general Leaving Cert rule; check AUC for any extra requirements. Always confirm details with the university before applying.