Amsterdam

Study Master's Degrees in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Amsterdam at a glance

Amsterdam is an alpha world city, as it was ranked by Globalization and World Cities (GaWC) and the cultural and financial centre of Netherlands. This city has many titles, including the second best city to live in (Economist Intelligence Unit), the 12th globally on quality of life for environment and infrastructure (Mercer) and second in innovation (2thinknow).Also known as Mokum (“safe haven” in Yiddish), Amsterdam is a magnet for young visitors and international students. The city is famous for its over one hundred kilometres of canals, almost one hundred islands and circa 1,500 bridges, together with the mix of architectural styles. 

Studying

Studying in Amsterdam

In Amsterdam, you can choose from plenty of full-time and part-time programmes that lead to a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree. You may begin your higher education with an undergraduate degree in communication sciences, economics and business, European studies, sports, liberal arts and sciences and many others.

You will find a Master’s programme in English in accounting, archaeology, artificial intelligence, forensic science, museum studies, law, media and communication, sociology, classics, IT, criminology and other fields you might want to study for one or two years. Your graduate school abroad also includes research and executive programmes that lead to an MBA, as well as joint degree courses. University short courses are also available during summer and winter. Or, if you aim for a different degree, you may enrol in a PhD programme that focuses on research. Catalogues also include distance degree course programmes in English.You may also find a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in one of the private institutions specialised in entrepreneurship, real estate, theology, arts, management, tourism and many other fields.

Career

Career opportunities in Amsterdam

The universities and institutes of Amsterdam have a close collaboration with employers and ease the communication between them and the students.

Amsterdam is also considered one of the top European financial centres. The Port of Amsterdam is a large contributor to the economy, as well as the constantly developing tourism, retail and fashion. Some of the companies that have offices in the city are Philips, ING, KPMG, Heineken International, Deloitte and ABN AMRO.

Life

Amsterdam city life

Amsterdam has plenty of attractions and possibilities to spend you free time. In Amsterdam you may rent a bike and enjoy a relaxing urban trip on the city’s streets. You can admire the architecture of the colourful buildings, cross one of the 1,500 bridges, admire Picasso’s original sculpture from Vondelpark or try to discover which house belongs to which country of 19th century Europe in an architectural tour on Amsterdam street.

The city is already famous for its museums, among which there are Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stedelijk Museum from the Museumplein (Museum Plaza). After enjoying culture, you may visit Jordaan neighbourhood, an area with narrow streets, arts galleries and antiques shops.

Canal cruises are also popular, as well as Anne Frank’s house and enjoying samples of the local cuisine, such as the herring sandwich. The Nine Streets are the hotspots of vintage shops and stores.

Nightlife in Amsterdam is active and it brings the young locals and visitors to bars, clubs, pubs, cafes, even in a former train depot or a yacht.

International atmosphere in Amsterdam

Amsterdam holds a population of over 30% foreigners, such as Turks, Italians, Spanish, Surinamese, Europeans and many others. It is said that you might even spend a year in the city, without having to make local friends or learning their language.

The saying “Live and let live” applies to inhabitants of Amsterdam, who are tolerant to all races, religions and cultures. Locals are warm and friendly and enjoy conversations with foreigners. You will also meet a large number of international students who will ease your way to graduation.

Weather Amsterdam

Amsterdam has a gentle weather, with small influences from the westerly winds. Summers and winters are mild, while springs and autumns have cloudy days. Average temperatures are of 5.8°C (42.4°F) in January and 22.0°C (71.6°F) in July.

Universities in Amsterdam

Tio Business School

Tio is a top-ranked, small-scale private university that offers bachelor's and master's programmes in business, tourism and hospitality. Tio offers a great atmosphere, the option of accelerated studying and the unique Tio concept. Discover our excellent programmes and learn more about studying in the Netherlands.

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Luiss Business School

Luiss Business School adapts and reinvents the experience of management education by valuing economic, social, and human capital, academic output, fostering critical thinking, and incorporating ethics and responsibility in order to produce shared value with its communities to support the development of creative, collaborative, and resilient “leaders for a better world”.

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Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences

With a clearly defined mission and philosophy, Wittenborg University offers excellent education in business studies to students from the Netherlands, Europe, and around the world, ranging from school leavers to people with professional experience and previous study qualifications. Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences is an international management and business institute providing Bachelor and Master Degree programmes to students from diverse backgrounds, cultures and ethnicity, and as a multinational organisation, with around 300 students and staff representing more than 60 countries, Wittenborg is truly one of the most International Management Schools in the Netherlands.

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Northumbria University

Northumbria is a research-intensive, modern university with a global reputation for academic excellence. It was named UK University of the Year 2022 in the Times Higher Education Awards and is based in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, which is regularly voted the best city in the UK for students, and it also has a campus in London.

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