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University of Amsterdam · Netherlands

Psychology

Bachelor of Science · 36 months; 180 ECTS · Intake: September

English-track psychology bachelor covering major psychological sub-disciplines and research methods.

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Entry requirements

The programme is numerus fixus and uses a selection procedure; mathematics supports research methods and statistics.

Tests

Selection procedure applies.

English requirements

English is the language of instruction for the English track; check the current language threshold.

Scholarships

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Modules

  • • Neuropsychology
  • • Social psychology
  • • Developmental psychology
  • • Clinical psychology

Career outcomes

Psychology researchBehavioural analysisFurther study

Extracurriculars that strengthen this application

Activities matched to this subject, with how each one is read by admissions teams. Always check eligibility and dates on the organiser's official site.

National Brain Bee

Tier 1Neuroscience

National summit testing neuro-diagnosis, MRI analysis, and patient cases.

Eligibility: Local Winners

Builds directly relevant psychology experience for Psychology.

Admissions impact: Tier 1 — national or international selection. Admissions officers read this as strong, externally validated evidence of subject excellence, and it is the most differentiating part of a competitive application.

International Brain Bee

Tier 1 GlobalNeuroscience

Global neuroscience championship hosted at major scientific congresses.

Eligibility: National Champions

Builds directly relevant psychology experience for Psychology.

Admissions impact: Tier 1 — national or international selection. Admissions officers read this as strong, externally validated evidence of subject excellence, and it is the most differentiating part of a competitive application.

John Locke Essay Contest - Psychology

Tier 1 (Shortlist)Cognitive Science

Investigates human behavior, moral psychology, decision-making, and neuroethics.

Eligibility: Global High School

Builds directly relevant psychology experience for Psychology.

Admissions impact: Tier 1 — national or international selection. Admissions officers read this as strong, externally validated evidence of subject excellence, and it is the most differentiating part of a competitive application.

Scripps Research High School Intern...

Tier 1Chemistry & Biology

Hands-on immersion in drug discovery, chemical biology, and neuroscience labs.

Eligibility: San Diego High Schools

Builds directly relevant psychology experience for Psychology.

Admissions impact: Tier 1 — national or international selection. Admissions officers read this as strong, externally validated evidence of subject excellence, and it is the most differentiating part of a competitive application.

LSE Choice Summer School

Tier 2Social Sciences

London School of Economics program supporting talent in Economics.

Eligibility: London High Schoolers

Builds directly relevant psychology experience for Psychology.

Admissions impact: Tier 2 — regional or competitive selection. Adds credible depth to an application and shows sustained subject commitment beyond the classroom.

Local Brain Bee Contest

Tier 3Neuroscience

Regional competition testing neuroanatomy, brain disorders, and histology.

Eligibility: Ages 13-19

Builds directly relevant psychology experience for Psychology.

Admissions impact: Tier 3 — foundation level. Best used early to build skills and demonstrate genuine interest; pair it with a higher-tier activity later.

No activity guarantees admission — these are ways to build evidence of genuine subject interest.

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