
The UvA Study Abroad Month 2025 (SAM25) is a month-long event to get you well on your way towards studying abroad. Each week has its own theme.
3 - 7 November: sessions Week 1: General information
10 - 14 November: sessions Week 2: Faculty and specific sessions
17 - 21 November: sessions Week 3: Practical information
24 - 28 November: sessions Week 4: How to apply
You can register for all the sessions you see below. It does not matter which faculty you study at.
3 November: SAM25 Study Abroad Kick‑off
5 November: SAM25 Short‑term learning opportunities
7 November: SAM25: Speed-date: Africa, Asia and Oceania
7 November: SAM25 Sustainable exchange
You can register for all the sessions you see below. It does not matter which faculty you study at.
11 November: SAM25 Study in France
11 November: SAM25 Study abroad with special needs
12 November: SAM25 Discover EPICUR
12 November: SAM25 Short-term learning opportunities Q&A
13 November: SAM25 Volunteering abroad with AIESEC
14 November: SAM25: Speed-date: Americas
You can register for all the sessions you see below. It does not matter which faculty you study at.
17 November: SAM25 Study abroad: tips & tricks by Nuffic
18 November: SAM25 Capture your exchange
18 November: SAM25 Housing & visa panel
19 November: SAM25 Finance your Study Abroad
19 November: SAM25 Short‑term learning opportunities
20 November: SAM25 Master’s Abroad
20 November: SAM25 Find host university courses
20 November: SAM25 Finance your Study Abroad (online)
20 November: SAM25 ESN Amsterdam: Study Abroad student experiences
21 November: SAM25: Speed-date: Europe
21 November: SAM25 Exchange language requirements
21 November: SAM25 How to find an internship & research abroad
You can register for all the sessions you see below. It does not matter which faculty you study at.
26 November: SAM25 Short-term learning opportunities Q&A
27 November: SAM25 Global Exchange Programme Q&A
28 November: SAM25 Closing celebration & Content Competition awards

SAM25 gives you a unique opportunity to ask your questions to students who’ve already studied abroad. For example: Speed-date: Africa, Asia and Oceania in Week 1, and the Americas session in Week 2.
Are you considering going on an exchange programme, but are unable to decide on the destination? The UvA World Map provides a convenient overview of all potential destinations.
Read moreSelect your study programme or exchange programme in de study filter to see the contact details of your International Office.