University of Applied Sciences Europe Amsterdam has a distinct campus experience set in the heart of Amsterdam’s vibrant urban landscape. The campus is housed in a renovated historic building, formerly an elementary school more than a century old, blending historic charm with modern, purpose-designed learning spaces that support collaborative and practical education.

There are around 40000 students in the university.

International applicants must complete and submit an application form and supply several key documents, including a certified copy of their secondary school transcripts, proof of English language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS), a letter of motivation (or short video pitch/interview), a copy of the passport’s ID page, and financial documentation to support visa and study arrangements. Non-EU applicants typically also undergo a motivational interview during the admissions process. For the English-taught Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programme, applicants without prior Dutch education are generally expected to demonstrate English proficiency equivalent to at least an IELTS overall score of around 6.5, and alternative accepted tests may be used to meet this requirement.

For international applicants seeking a Master’s degree (e.g., MSc in Business Management) at UE Amsterdam, you must hold a recognized bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited university in a related field and meet any minimum academic score or GPA specified by the program. You will need to provide official academic transcripts, a copy of your bachelor’s degree certificate, proof of English proficiency (such as IELTS 6.0 overall or TOEFL iBT 80), a curriculum vitae (CV), a motivation letter, and other documents requested in the online application. After submitting the online application form, you may be invited to an admissions interview as part of the selection process. For non-EU students, a reservation fee (often around €3,000) is required to secure your place once offered conditional admission, and this fee is typically deducted from your total tuition cost and used for your student visa arrangements.

Although UE Amsterdam doesn’t publish a detailed campus safety plan online, it follows the Dutch national Code of Conduct for International Students, which sets safety and quality expectations for all participating institutions and is a requirement for hosting international students in the Netherlands.

Student life at UE Amsterdam is shaped by its entrepreneurial, “learning-by-doing” culture and Amsterdam’s vibrant urban setting. Students benefit from small, close-knit classes and frequent industry-linked activities like guest lectures, pop-up projects, internships, and workshops that connect them directly with business professionals and real-world challenges.

Students at UE Amsterdam generally need to find housing in Amsterdam on their own, as the university does not directly provide dormitories. Affordable accommodation in the city is limited and competitive, so it’s important to start your search well before the semester starts.

UE Amsterdam has a dedicated Career Centre that supports students in preparing for the job market and connects them with employers. The centre offers career counselling, workshops, internship guidance, resume and LinkedIn optimisation, and interview preparation, helping students build the skills and confidence needed for internships and graduate roles.