Frequently asked questions
On this page you will find all frequently asked questions about (re-)enrolment, course registration and grades at the UvA.
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Follow the steps to re-enrol for a Bachelor’s programme.
Follow the steps to re-enrol for a Master’s programme.
Select your study programme, click on ‘A-Z’ in the navigation bar, click on ‘Course registration’ and follow the steps.
The examination results are registered in SIS.
In May you will receive an email to inform you that you can submit your request for re-enrolment in Studielink. Make sure to finalise your re-enrolment before September 1st. If you are not enrolled before September 1st you cannot participate in courses and make use of university facilities.
A binding study advice (BSA) applies to all UvA bachelor’s programmes.
The BSA means that during the first academic year of your bachelor’s programme you will have to earn a minimum number of ECTS in first-year courses. If you fail to do so, and no extenuating circumstances apply, you will be issued a negative binding study advice and you will not be able to continue your studies.
Each student receives a study advice (positive or negative) at the end of their first academic year.
The UvA has a student support system in place. You can always contact one of your study advisors as they monitor your study progress closely and can advise you in case of issues.
More information on 'Binding study advice' can be found on the page of your study programme:
Select your study programme
Click on ‘A-Z’ in the navigation bar
Click on 'Binding study advice'
If you are not sure if you will graduate, it is advisable to submit your request for re-enrolment in Studielink.
If you do graduate, you can simply cancel you re-enrolment request in Studielink. Just make sure to do so, before the start of the programme (September 1st).
Read more about changing your enrolment.
You can track the status of your enrolment on www.sis.uva.nl, by logging in with your UvAnetID. You can check by yourself which checklists still need to be completed in order to complete your enrolment at the UvA.
In addition, you will be kept informed of the status of your enrolment via status updates sent by email.
As soon as you have completed all the checklists of your enrolment on www.sis.uva.nl, you will automatically receive a Proof of Enrolment by email within 24 hours. Unfortunately, it is not possible to receive a Proof of Enrolment earlier.
Information on the course registration dates and a step-by-step guide to course registration can be found on the page of your study programme:
Select your study programme
Click on ‘A-Z’ in the navigation bar
Click on ‘Course registration’ and follow the steps given on the page
You can contact the Education Desk of your study programme, if you have any further questions regarding course registration:
Select your study programme
Click on ‘Contact’ for contact details of the Education Desk
Please contact the Education Desk of your study programme regarding this.
Select your study programme
Click on ‘Contact’ for contact details of the Education Desk
Information on exemptions can be found on the page of your study programme:
Select your study programme
Click on ‘A-Z’ in the navigation bar
Click on ‘Exemption’ and follow the steps given on the page
You can contact the Education Desk of your study programme, if you have any further questions regarding exemptions:
Select your study programme
Click on ‘Contact’ for contact details of the Education Desk
This depends on the study programme and your credits. Please contact the Education Desk of your study programme regarding this.
Select your study programme
Click on ‘Contact’ for contact details of the Education Desk
You can contact the Education Desk of your study programme, if you have any further questions regarding course registration:
Select your study programme
Click on ‘Contact’ for contact details of the Education Desk
Normally, your lecturer enters your grade in SIS. If you have questions about this you can contact your lecturer or the Education Desk of your study programme.
Contact details of lecturers are often available online or via Canvas:
Or you can contact the Education Desk of your study programme:
Select your study programme
Click on ‘Contact’ for contact details of the Education Desk
A digital copy of your list of grades can be requested via the Digital Student Service Desk.
A paper (certified) version of your list of grades (with a stamp and signature) can be requested at the Central Student Service Desk or your Education Desk by presenting your ID card.
To find the location of the Education Desk of your study programme:
Select your study programme
Click on ‘Contact’ for contact details of the Education Desk
You can contact the Education Desk of your study programme, if you have any further questions regarding your grades:
Select your study programme
Click on ‘Contact’ for contact details of the Education Desk