VU University is one of the leading Dutch universities of Amsterdam, which has maintained its honor and heritage since its establishment in the year 1880.
The VU University Amsterdam is one of the leading educational institutes of Amsterdam which aims at providing high-quality education to national as well as international students. The VU University stands for 'Vrije Universiteit' which signifies 'Free University'. The word 'free' in this case refers to the fact that the university does not fall under the supervision of the state and church and it functions as an autonomous body. Currently, the VU University Amsterdam has about 12 different departments and 19,000 students.
Location of VU University
The University is situated in the south-western part of the city. The Schipol International Airport is 10kms away and it takes just 8mins by train to reach the university.
History of VU University
The VU University of Amsterdam was established in the year 1880 by ex-Prime Minister, Abraham Kuyper. Initially the University was only meant for Reformed Christian community and was even funded by their resources. However, since the 1960's, the University has been opened for all, although it still maintains its Christian values and traditions. The university has since then emerged as one of the leading Dutch universities.
Institutes under VU University
The different institutes which are part of the VU University include:
- Climate Centre VU University Amsterdam
- Institute for Cardiovascular Research
- Oncology Graduate School Amsterdam
- Center for Research and Education on Spatial Information
- International Cooperation Centre
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- Institute for Geo and Bio-archaeology
- The Graduate School Neurosciences Amsterdam
- Institute for Research in Extramural Medicine
- Center for the Study of Science, Society and Religion
- Institute for Fundamental and Clinical Human Movement Sciences
- Institute for Environmental Studies (IVM)
Faculties of VU University, Amsterdam
The different faculties of the VU University of Amsterdam are as follows:
- Faculty of Earth and Life Sciences
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Dentistry / ACTA
- Faculty of Sciences
- Faculty of Philosophy
- Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
- Faculty of Psychology and Education
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Human Movement Sciences
- Faculty of Theology
- Faculty of Law
Courses and Scholarships at VU University
The University offers Master's Degree in more than 100 different courses and undergraduate degrees for another host of courses. The University also offers scholarships under the VU Fellowship Program for meritorious students. Part-time and distance learning courses are also offered by the University. The University has an extensive library which provides all kinds of books required by students and helps them in their research work.
Accommodation at VU University Amsterdam
The VU University Amsterdam offers accommodation for students at the bachelor's and Master's level. The University also offers temporary accommodation facilities for students.
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