24 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

The role of communication and media in society is the central theme of the Bachelor's in Communication Science. In the Communication Science programme of the University of Amsterdam, you will study the content, use and effects of communication and of various forms of media, from radio and television to newspapers and the internet. 

When you choose to become a psychologist, you take this one step further. You can start to apply scientific knowledge and methods to gain an understanding of what other people think, feel, desire and do with the Psychology programme of the University of Amsterdam.

The Literary and Cultural Analysis programme of the University of Amsterdam highlights philosophical, political, and social perspectives on culture. The programme is perfectly suited to students who have an active and broad interest in contemporary culture, literature and the arts.

Language is present in all aspects of our daily lives and our capacity to use it makes human beings unique as a species. In the Linguistics programme of the University of Amsterdam, you will explore both the structure and acquisition of language as well as the diversity of language around the world. 

In the Archaeology programme of the University of Amsterdam, you will study past societies – from the Celts and the Romans to the Middle Ages and beyond – and their importance in today’s world. Not only will you research and excavate the material remains of human activity, but you will also learn how this translates to knowledge about earlier cultures.

The Bachelor’s in Business Analytics programme of the University of Amsterdam is a data-centric programme with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics.

Our Bachelor’s programme Computational Social Science at University of Amsterdam is positioned at the intersection of social sciences, humanities and information science. 

What is your take on Europe? Study contemporary Europe in all of its historical and cultural diversity. The European Studies programme of the University of Amsterdam provides you with the knowledge and skills necessary to engage Europe’s complex present and future.

Politics is how communities settle their differences and achieve their goals. As a result, politics is everywhere and at all levels from the local to the global. The Political Science programme of the University of Amsterdam offers a broad orientation in International Relations, Political Economy, Public Policy and Governance, Comparative Politics and Political Theory.

The Bachelor’s in Economics and Business Economics from University of Amsterdam is a broad study programme that helps you understand the choices made by individuals, businesses and governments and their consequences for society.

The Media and Information programme of the University of Amsterdam is dedicated to the exploration of digital culture and today’s ubiquitous forms of information. The programme provides you with the skills necessary to engage with contemporary themes such as surveillance, big data, digital archiving, citizen journalism, and the metrification of everyday life.

The Bachelor’s in Econometrics and Data Science from University of Amsterdam teaches you how to programme mathematical and statistical models, and how to explain and use the results.

The Media and Culture programme of the University of Amsterdam puts the rapidly changing global media landscape centre stage and trains students to position themselves more critically within it, preparing them for careers in the media, at cultural institutions, and in academia.

In the Bachelor’s programme Global Arts, Culture and Politics at University of Amsterdam you will study the global challenges of today such as climate change, inequality, and the impact of (social) media on art, culture and society from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Why do some people fly over the world in a private jet, while others don't even have enough money to buy food? What is institutional racism and what can be done about it? How are lives affected by social media? Apparently, a life filled with social experiences, does not make you an expert on social life. To become one, you have to study in the Sociology programme of the University of Amsterdam.

Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics from University of Amsterdam is a 3-year interdisciplinary Bachelor's programme. The programme is taught completely in English; knowledge of the Dutch language is not required.

During the Bachelor’s in Business Administration of the University of Amsterdam you learn about strategy, marketing, finance, management, international business and digital business.

The Bachelor’s programme in Actuarial Science of the University of Amsterdam teaches you to use mathematics, statistics and data science to analyse future risks and their financial impact.

In the Sign Language Linguistics programme of the University of Amsterdam, you will explore sign languages, their structure, acquisition and use from the perspective of a linguist, while learning at least one sign language yourself.

Taught entirely in English, the English Language and Culture programme of the University of Amsterdam explores the literary, linguistic, and cultural richness of the vast English-speaking world.