Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Overview

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) is a public research university in the Netherlands, founded in 1880. The name 'Vrije' (Free) refers to its historical independence from both the state and the church. VU is known for its strong programs in social sciences, humanities, and theology, as well as its modern, integrated campus in the Zuidas business district.

Subject Areas

• Agriculture and Forestry
• Sport Science
• Biological Sciences
• Law
• Education
• Languages, Literature and Linguistics
• History, Philosophy and Theology
• Archaeology
• Art, Performing Art and Design
• Architecture
• Economics and Econometrics
• Business and Management
• Accounting and Finance
• Medicine and Dentistry
• Other Health
• Computer Science
• Sociology
• Politics and International Studies
• Geography
• Communication and Media Studies
• Psychology
• Chemistry
• Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
• Physics and Astronomy
• Mathematics and Statistics

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