Psychology

Delve into academic research and unravel the complexities of the human mind, gaining insights to help others overcome challenges. Whether it's in the workplace, understanding consumer behaviour, or addressing mental health, psychology offers a broad perspective to navigate various aspects of the human experience.

Language of instruction

English

Mode

Full-time

Location

Roeterseiland campus

Oct26

Bachelor's Week 26-30 Oct

Nov30

Experience Days 30-11 Dec

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Numerus fixus

This Bachelor's programme has a numerus fixus. This means that you need to apply for the selection procedure by 15 January at the latest. The programme has 330 places available for the English track. Check the steps on application and admission.

Why study Psychology at the UvA?

Personal attention and guidance

You study in a small-scale learning environment where personal attention is important. In your first and second year, you will have mentor meetings and extra support, so you can get off to a good start and keep developing.

Exchange opportunities

In your third year, you have the opportunity to study abroad. An international experience helps you discover other cultures, broaden your view, and stand out on the job market.

Build your own study programme

Shape your degree based on your interests and ambitions. You can choose from seven different specialisations and even take a second specialisation.

Number 1 Psychology programme in the EU

Ranked as the top Psychology programme in the European Union according to World University Rankings by Times Higher Education (2026). This shows the quality of our teaching and research.

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Is Psychology right for you?

Yes, if you:

Are fascinated by understanding people and their behaviours.
Feel intrigued by what motivates individuals, their abilities, emotions, and social interactions.
Value critical thinking and enjoy applying scientific methods to gain insights into human behaviour.
Have a foundation in mathematics to learn research methods and statistics.

Studying Psychology: English or Dutch?

You can choose the English or Dutch track. The content is the same, the only difference is the language used in tutorials and practicals. Discover the differences in the study programme.