University Pathway Programme
The two-semester University Pathway Programme prepares international students for undergraduate study in the Netherlands, including progression options at the University of Amsterdam.
Partner university · Amsterdam, Netherlands
University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes
Foundation and pathway routes into the University of Amsterdam, for students whose grades or English do not yet meet direct entry requirements.
From EUR 22,980Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1632University
41,000Students
About the university
Why students choose the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes
Foundation and pathway routes into the University of Amsterdam, for students whose grades or English do not yet meet direct entry requirements.
We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
High school completion
Entry to the University Pathway Programme requires successful completion of high school; country-specific academic requirements are listed per degree in the OnCampus Coursefinder.
English from IELTS 6.0
The University Pathway Programme accepts English from IELTS 6.0; the Master's Qualifying Programme needs IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5.
Master's Qualifying Programme
For postgraduate study at UvA Economics and Business, applicants need a related academic bachelor degree with good grades; the Economics route also needs a GRE or GMAT score.
Intakes
The pathway programme has October and January intakes, both progressing to undergraduate study the following September.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees
What the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes costs
Fee period: Starts October 2026 / January 2027
All programmes also carry a EUR 450 registration fee. Fees for 2027/2028 starts rise to EUR 24,180 (pathway) and EUR 28,380 (master's qualifying).
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at oncampus.global. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateEUR 22,980per year
PostgraduateEUR 26,970per year
Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes
OnCampus Amsterdam University Pathway Programme
Course page
OnCampus Amsterdam Master's Qualifying Programme
Course page
Bachelor's Business Administration (UvA)
Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
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Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
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Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
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Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees start from EUR 22,980 a year and go up to EUR 22,980, depending on the course. All programmes also carry a EUR 450 registration fee. Fees for 2027/2028 starts rise to EUR 24,180 (pathway) and EUR 28,380 (master's qualifying).
Is there a foundation route into the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes?
GESCO applies to the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes?
The University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes is in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It was founded in 1632.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Amsterdam — ONCAMPUS Foundation Programmes directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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