FEB Study abroad
How can you arrange an exchange abroad?
STEP 1: First orientation & planning
Start about 3 months before the application deadline with gathering information.
You will have to think about the next questions:
- When do you think about going on an exchange? The options are different for Bachelor or Master students.
Bachelor
It is highly recommended to make use of the opportunity for an exchange during your Bachelor. When you choose for a specialization with a minor, the exchange will be most easy. There is space and time available in your Bachelor, you will get your grades easily approved and you won't have any delay in graduation.
If the exchange is planned during your Bachelor, but you are not choosing for a specialization with a minor, the exchange most probably will take 1 extra semester. In this case you need to ask the Board of Examiners' permission and you need to contact the student advisers to make an adjusted study plan.
If you have finished all the requirements for your Bachelor, and you still would like to go abroad, you will also first need to ask permission at the Board of Examiners.
Master
It is not recommended to go on an exchange during your Master. If you would like to inquire about this possibility, you need to be aware that the exchange will take 1 extra semester. You also will need to ask the Board of Examiners' permissino. It is best to come to the Study Abroad office hour to discuss your individual situation. Also when you have finished all the requirments for your Master, and you think about going on an exchange, you will need to ask permission at the Board of Examiners.
- Do you want to study in Europe >> see possibilities via FEB-Erasmus exchange
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- Do you want to study outside Europe >> see possibilities via UvA-Bilateral exchange; you can see on the factsheets if those partner universities are available for students of Economics and Business.
- Do you want to have education in English or in the language of the country?
STEP 3: Decide your possibilities
You need to choose:
- Where to go (country/university)
- The courses you want to take
Helpful can be to:
- look at the website of university abroad, hardcopy study guides, factsheets.
- read student reports at the Student Services Documentation Centre, or even contact the students via their email which you can find in the student reports.
- look at international university rankings
STEP 4: Check courses offered
- Find the courses offered on the website of the partner university. The information is often at a special link for incoming Erasmus students or International students. (Be aware that the course information of the upcoming academic year might not yet be available, but do look at the available course information to see what kind of courses the university abroad offers, so you'll get an idea if their courses are interesting for you.)
- If you have difficulties with making a study plan or assessing the courses, go to the student advisers or contact the Board of Examiners.
Step 5: Approval of courses/ Board of Examiners
If the exchange is during your Bachelor and you have chosen a specialization with a minor, it is easy to get your grades obtained abroad approved.
In all cases you have to look at:
- the Study Guide, your programme, your specialization with a minor, minor with courses abroad and semester abroad.
- the procedure at the website of the Board of Examiners. You need the form that is available via the link 'Petition request forms and clarifications' - 'Elective (to be) obtained abroad'.
You can also contact the Board of Examiners via their telephone office hours.
Please notice that on your diploma the grade of the courses abroad will be mentioned as AVV (Aan Voorwaarde Voldaan=Pass). If you submit a cum laude request, the Board of Examiners will take that into account and transfer the credits to Dutch grades.
Curriculum Vitae and motivation letter; Workshops
For students who think they need some advice/support, for Dutch speaking students Student Services organizes a workshop "Ik wil weg" , "Opstellen CV en Motivatie" and "Fondsen aanvragen voor studeren in het buitenland".
For non-Dutch speaking students the workshops are not yet available in English, but you can make an appoint with the career counsellors who can give you personal advice.
Curriculum Vitae and motivation letter; Get feedback from a career counsellor
If you want to be selected for a place in an exchange programme with a university abroad, it is important that you think thoroughly about your motivation and draw up a satisfactory CV.
If you think you can use some objective advice/support, the staff at Students Career Centre of the UvA will gladly give you feedback on both your motivation and your CV.
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Visit the International Office of FEB
We advise all prospective exchange students to pay a visit to the International Office of the Faculty of Economics and Business early on in the process, as we can offer valuable advice on how to locate information.
The International Office generally has specific information on exchange schemes in which the Faculty is involved.
The Office can provide information on the opportunities and programs offered by the foreign universities.
STEP 6: Apply
- Application: fill out the application form (for Erasmus exchange)
- Selection criteria: look at the selection criteria for the program you would like to apply for
- Motivation: 6 questions on the form have to be answered for both of the universities you're applying for
- CV/Resume: make a CV (there are a lot of tips and examples on internet)
- Planned program of study: select the courses you wish to take. In case of doubt contact the Board of Examiners or study advisers.
- Transcript of grades: a transcript of grades in English is obtainable at the student desk (open every day 12:00-15:00). All academic records are required, so also transcripts of studies at an other faculty/university in The Netherlands, abroad or at a HBO.