University of Amsterdam

University of Amsterdam (UvA) is a public research university located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is one of the largest universities in Europe, with over 31,000 students and 6,000 staff members. The UvA is a member of the Coimbra Group and the European University Association.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is one of the oldest universities in the Netherlands, founded in 1632 as the Athenaeum Illustre. It was initially established to train ministers for the Dutch Reformed Church, but it quickly expanded to offer a broader range of subjects, including humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, the UvA played a leading role in the Dutch Enlightenment and the Romantic movement. It was also a major center for the study of law, medicine, and the arts.

In the 20th century, the UvA continued to grow and expand its academic offerings. It also became more internationalized, with students and faculty from all over the world.

The UvA offers a wide range of bachelor's and master's programs in both Dutch and English. It is a bilingual university, and students can choose to study in either language. The UvA also offers a number of joint programs with other universities around the world.

The UvA is located in the heart of Amsterdam, and its campuses are well-connected to public transportation. The university has a number of student facilities, including a library, sports center, and student housing.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2024, University of Amsterdam is positioned as the #53 top university in the world, which makes it the #2 top university in Netherlands. The university's global rank is improved by 5 points from last year.