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The information about this institution was updated on 29/September/2025.
Institution details
Location
Address
Roetersstraat 11
1018 WB Amsterdam
Netherlands
52.3639549, 4.9115847
Campuses
Offices
Disability / Inclusion Office
Contact for Disability Office
Additional information about contacting the Disability/Inclusion Office
More information about studying at UvA with a disability can be found here.
International Relations Office
Contact for International Relations Office
Additional information about contacting the International Relations Office
Procedures for students
Procedure to be recognised as a student with fewer opportunities
Procedure to be recognised as a student with a disability
What is the procedure to be recognised as a student with a disability?
Please check out this page about how to get recognition.
Necessary documents to provide
Depending on your disability, different procedures are in place. Please check this webpage for more specific information.
What can students expect?
To apply for additional facilities, please make an appointment with a student counsellor. The UvA uses a bespoke approach, for each of its students. Please note: facilities at the UvA may differ from advice for facilities by experts or other educational institutions.
If you have any questions about the facilities at the UvA, feel free to contact the Student Service Desk.
Adjustments for students with disabilities
Adjustments can be made available for students under certain conditions, based on a needs assessment upon arrival at the University.
What adjustments for studies can be made for students?
- May bring a Sign Language interpreter to the educational activities
- May request adjusted courses materials: size, font and font size, braille, etc.
- May request the course material in digital format
- May use a laptop, tablet or iPad during lectures
- May use elevators and other access facilities on campus
What adjustments for exams can be made for students?
- May take a seat in separate exam room for written exams
- May take more time for the written exam
- May use a laptop, tablet or iPad with assistive software during exams
- May use a laptop, tablet or iPad with standard software during exams
Other adjustments and services for students with disabilities offered at the institution
Depending on your specific situation, adjustments for studies and exams can be made. This is arranged per faculty of the UvA.
For the adjustments for studies, please contact the study advisors.
For the adjustments for exams, please check out this page.
Services and Support
Financial support
Medical and Psychological support
Where to seek medical services?
Medical assistance for students at UvA
For medical assistance, the usual practice in the Netherlands is to have an initial consultation with a general practitioner. This practitioner can then refer you to a specialist in a hospital. As a student in Amsterdam, you can also contact the General Practitioners Practice UvA. We kindly ask you not to visit the practice but to make a call instead.
What do I do when I develop possible Covid-19 symptoms?
If you develop symptoms related to coronavirus, you need to get a free test to check whether you have the virus. Call 0800-1202 (or +31 850 659 063 if you're calling with a foreign phone number) to apply and make an appointment. You can also go here for more information.
Where can I find information on psychological support?
For psychological support information, see this page.
Contact for medical support
Contact for psychological support/counselling
Housing support
Are there any accessible services at the residences?
Students who have any special needs regarding their accommodation due to a disability or medical condition, can contact the UvA Housing to discuss the housing options and to request a form which needs to be filled in by the student and their treating medical professional
Contact for housing support
Additional services
Additional offices / services
UvA IDEAs is a platform run by students with a disability who are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive UvA.
The activities of the UvA IDEAs students include:
- creating awareness about studying with a disability and/or chronic illness;
- informing and advising students and staff;
- safeguarding the interests of students with a disability and/or chronic illness through the UvA’s policymaking;
- improving the physical and digital accessibility of university buildings;
- identifying potential problems regarding inclusiveness and accessibility.
- UvA IDEAs is also a point of contact for students with a disability and/or chronic illness who experience problems here at the UvA, thereby acting as a liaison between students and the university.
Activities
Preparatory visits
What is the procedure to request a preparatory visit?
Please contact the student counsellors and/or study advisor to see what is possible in your individual situation
What can be expected from the preparatory visit?
You will meet with the student counsellor and/or study advisor to discuss your specific needs during your exchange.