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Train traffic disruption – exams and classes will continue

Train traffic disruption – exams and classes will continue

Published on 06-01-2026
Update Sunday 11 January: From Monday 12 January (week 3), classes and examinations will continue as planned. Compulsory attendance will be in effect again as of Monday 12 January.
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Information week 2: Due to the winter weather conditions train services and public transport are experiencing several disruptions. Throughout the entire week, teaching and exams at UvA Economics and Business will continue as scheduled.

Why teaching and exams are continuing

We are continuing teaching and exams because many students are able to attend and have already prepared well. The high attendance yesterday and today confirms this.

Education

There is no compulsory attendance from Monday 5 January to and including Friday 9 January. Please note: some classes may still be cancelled or offered online if lecturers are unable to reach the university. Keep an eye on Canvas for the latest information.

Arrangements for resit exams on Monday 5 January from 12:30

Students who were unable to attend one of the resit exams on Monday 5 January from 12:30 due to disruptions in public transport may be eligible for an additional resit opportunity. In that case, it is important to contact the Education Desk as soon as possible via the Education Desk formExternal linkExternal link. The form closes on Sunday 11 January at 23:59.

Arrangements for resit exams on Tuesday 6 January

Students who were unable to attend their resit exams on Tuesday 6 January due to disruptions in public transport may be eligible for an additional resit opportunity. In that case, it is important to contact the Education Desk as soon as possible via the Education Desk formExternal linkExternal link. The form closes on Sunday 11 January at 23:59.

Arrangements for resit exams on Wednesday 7 January

Students who were unable to attend their resit exams on Wednesday 7 January due to disruptions in public transport may be eligible for an additional resit opportunity. In that case, it is important to contact the Education Desk as soon as possible via the Education Desk formExternal linkExternal link. The form closes on Sunday 11 January at 23:59.

No arrangements for resit exams Thursday 8 January

There was no additional exam opportunity for resit exams on Thursday 8 January.

No arrangements for resit exams Friday 9 January

There was no additional exam opportunity for resit exams on Friday 9 January.

We hope the inconvenience for you remains limited teaching and exams are continuing

We are continuing teaching and exams because many students are able to attend and have already prepared well. The high attendance yesterday and today confirms this.

Education

There is no compulsory attendance for this week up to and including Friday 9 January. Please note: some classes may still be cancelled or offered online if lecturers are unable to reach the university. Keep an eye on Canvas for the latest information.

Arrangeents for resit exams on Monday 5 January from 12:30

Students who were unable to attend one of the resit exams on Monday 5 January from 12:30 due to disruptions in public transport may be eligible for an additional resit opportunity. In that case, it is important to contact the Education Desk as soon as possible via the Education Desk formExternal link. The form closes on Sunday 11 January at 23:59.

Arrangements for resit exams on Tuesday 6 January

Students who were unable to attend their resit exams on Tuesday 6 January due to disruptions in public transport may be eligible for an additional resit opportunity. In that case, it is important to contact the Education Desk as soon as possible via the Education Desk formExternal link. The form closes on Sunday 11 January at 23:59.

Arrangements for resit exams on Wednesday 7 January

Students who were unable to attend their resit exams on Wednesday 7 January due to disruptions in public transport may be eligible for an additional resit opportunity. In that case, it is important to contact the Education Desk as soon as possible via the Education Desk formExternal link. The form closes on Sunday 11 January at 23:59.

No arrangements for resit exams Thursday 8 January

There was no additional exam opportunity for resit exams on Thursday 8 January.

No guarantee of arrangements for resit exams Friday 9 January

We are monitoring the situation regarding public transport. There is no guarantee of an additional exam opportunity for resit exams on Friday 9 January. If an additional arrangement is made, the students concerned will be informed by email. Therefore, please continue studying as usual.

We hope the inconvenience for you remains limited.