Faculteit der Geneeskunde, UvA, Amsterdam UMC

The Faculty of Medicine is located in a clinical and research environment with a lot of people, which is like a "city of health."

• The Amsterdam UMC Skills Center is the best place to get high-fidelity simulation training, learn how to use surgical robots, and experience virtual reality medical scenarios.
• The Anatomy & Embryology Museum (Vrolik) has one of the biggest collections of anatomical specimens in the world. It is used for medical education.
• Integrative Research Labs: Students can use top-notch labs that study heart disease, infectious diseases (like HIV/AIDS), and cancer.
• Digital Medical Library: A huge resource center where you can access clinical databases, digital journals, and private study pods 24/7.
• Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Suites: Special rooms made for the UvA's one-of-a-kind group-based clinical reasoning curriculum.
• The CREA Cultural Center is the university's main hub for music, theater, and the arts. It helps students have a balanced life.
• The USC Sports Center is a modern gym and sports complex near the AMC campus that is good for students' health.
• On-Campus Health Tech Incubators: A place where medical students and engineers can work together to come up with new medical devices.
• Medical Informatics Hub: A special area for students who want to learn how to combine data science and patient care.
• International Student Desk: A special office that helps foreign researchers and PhD candidates with their visas, housing, and settling in.

• Amsterdam UMC (AMC Location) is a world-class academic hospital and a primary Level 1 Trauma center.
• 1,000+ Bed Capacity: Extensive clinical wards covering every recognized medical specialty.
• Specialized Centers: Home to the Emma Children's Hospital, a leading center for pediatric care and research.
• Groundbreaking Research: Integrated with the Cancer Center Amsterdam and the Amsterdam Institute for Infection and Immunity.
• Global Referral Center: Known for excellence in tropical medicine and emerging infectious diseases.

Tuition fees at the UvA are categorized into Statutory and Institutional rates.

Scholarships

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS): Highly competitive grants for outstanding Non-EU/EEA students, covering tuition and partial living costs.
• Amsterdam UMC MD/PhD Scholarships: Available for students wishing to combine their clinical Master's with a PhD.
• Holland Scholarship: A one-time grant of €5,000 for international students starting their first year.

• The Vibe: Amsterdam is a global capital of culture and innovation. The AMC campus is located in the Zuidoost district, a diverse area with major entertainment hubs like the Ziggo Dome and Johan Cruyff Arena nearby.
• Connectivity:
• Metro: Excellent links to central Amsterdam via Metro line 54 (Holendrecht Station).
• Air: Schiphol Airport is a 20-minute train ride away, connecting students to any global destination.

• Accommodation: The UvA works with housing corporations to provide student rooms. These are usually self-catering studios or shared apartments in areas like Holendrecht (near the hospital).
• Dining: Multiple campus cafeterias serve diverse international food, including vegetarian and vegan options. The hospital's staff restaurant is also open to students.
• Association Life: The M.F.A.S. (Medical Faculty Association) is extremely active, organizing study trips, medical symposia, and social events.
• Biking Culture: Almost all students commute by bicycle; the campus features massive secure bike parking facilities.

• Academic Calender: The year typically starts in September.
• Selection Process: Includes a portfolio review and a cognitive test (biomedical knowledge and clinical thinking).