About us
Since its foundation, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam has stood for scientific and value-driven education, research and knowledge transfer. We are free thinkers with expertise and A Broader Mind. And we work together to build a better world for people and the planet.
Science with a conscience
VU Amsterdam is a unique university with faculties in the humanities, STEM, social sciences and medical sciences. Our education and research are closely linked. We combine our top position in research with a strong social orientation, which has resulted in an excellent international reputation. Our education and research are distinctly multidisciplinary. This is reinforced by the fact that our faculties are all located on one campus. We are a true campus university in the heart of the Zuidas Knowledge District, sharing its excellent national and international position and accessibility.
VU employment conditions: comprehensive and flexible
VU Amsterdam offers a wide range of primary and secondary benefits. But also numerous other benefits that make VU attractive as an employer.
For example, a good work-life balance or the possibility of hybrid working. But also support for employees coming to the VU from abroad.
VU employment conditions: comprehensive and flexible
VU Amsterdam offers a wide range of primary and secondary benefits. But also numerous other benefits that make VU attractive as an employer.
For example, a good work-life balance or the possibility of hybrid working. But also support for employees coming to the VU from abroad.
VU personal: develop, recognise and value
Working for a better world cannot be done without developing yourself. Academically, professionally and personally. This is why Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam considers personal development an important spearhead.
VU identity: safe, responsible and inclusive
Part of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's identity comes from our history. But it is the current core values, code of conduct and profile that make Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam what it is today.
VU identity: safe, responsible and inclusive
Part of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's identity comes from our history. But it is the current core values, code of conduct and profile that make Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam what it is today.
VU Campus: green, smoke-free and sportive
VU is one of few universities with an "actual" campus. All faculties and services are on one site. In the heart of Amsterdam's Zuidas business district, close to Schiphol Airport.
The campus is easily accessible, close to Amsterdam Zuid railway station and with tram and bus stops right outside the door, making it very easy to travel to VU by (regional) bus, train, tram and the North-South line via Central Station. The campus is also easily accessible by bicycle.
VU application: process, screening and participation
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VU application: process, screening and participation
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