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Amsterdam Exchange Programme – Social Sciences

Join the College of Social Sciences Amsterdam Exchange Programme for an orientation meeting on August 27, 2015. The programme includes an introduction to the AEXP programme and staff, course registration guidance, orientation for new students, practical information session, Q&A, an introduction to Dutch culture, and a social gathering with drinks. Make sure to attend and get all the essential tips and support for a successful start to your academic journey. For full details, visit the website and don't miss the important events and workshops to enhance your academic and social experience in Amsterdam!

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Amsterdam Exchange Programme – Social Sciences

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  1. College of Social Sciences Amsterdam Exchange Programme – Social Sciences Orientation Meeting 27 August 2015

  2. Programme • Introduction of the AEXP programme and staff • Course registration • Orientation programme for new students • Practical information • Q&A • Short Break • Introduction to Dutch Culture • Drinks (borrel!) College of Social Sciences

  3. International Office Social Sciences Dymphy de Jong, Gabriëlla Buisman, Heleen Straesser, Emilie van Tol College of Social Sciences

  4. Open Office Hours Education Desk Social Sciences REC B.700 • Tuesday 10.00-12.00 • Thursday 10.00-12.00 Extra open office hours: • Friday 28 August 10.00-12.00 • Monday 31 August 10.00-12.00 Or mail to international-office-csw@uva.nl to make an appointment. Include full name and student number!!!! College of Social Sciences

  5. Education Desk Social SciencesOpen on weekdays: 09.00-17.00 (REC B.700) College of Social Sciences

  6. Be informed! Website: http://student.uva.nl/ess Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/133213513501612/ College of Social Sciences

  7. College of Social Sciences

  8. Course Registration AEXP Check your course registration in SIS! De-register from courses in SIS before Friday 4 September 14.00. It is notpossible to add courses. De-registration 2nd block- Friday 30 October 14.00CET College of Social Sciences

  9. AcademicCalendar2015-2016 First semester 31 August 2015 – 29 January 2016 • Block 1: 31 August - 23 Oct • Block 2: 26 Oct - 18 Dec • Block 3: 4 Jan - 29 Jan Exams are in final week of block Christmas Holidays • Mon 21 Dec - Fri 1 Jan College of Social Sciences

  10. Finalisingregistration at Universiteit van Amsterdam Start appointment • Residence Permit • Registration city of Amsterdam • Health and Liability insurance • Student ID card • Dutch bank account information (optional) College of Social Sciences

  11. Practical Information • Blackboard: http://blackboard.ic.uva.nl. Contact: icto-csw@uva.nl • Readers: http://www.ic.uva.nl/uvavpn • Studyplaces, printing, photocopying • Chargingyour Student ID Card • In person: REC H, Roetersstraat 11, near entrance next to lift (Dutch bank cards only) • REC B/C: Nieuwe Achtergracht 166, 1st floor in canteen • Online via Paypaland Dutch Bank Account http://student.uva.nl/ucp/az/item/student-id-card.html College of Social Sciences

  12. Roeterseiland Campus (REC) Building Tour Friday 28 August 13:00-14:00 Start of tour– in front of CREA Café (NieuweAchtergracht 166) College of Social Sciences

  13. Boat Tour Sunday 30 August 11:00 Rederij Kooij Rokin t/o nr. 125 College of Social Sciences

  14. Academic Integrity - The Plagiarism Lecture Thursday 10 September 17:00 – 18:00 REC C1.04 • What lecturers expect from you • Citing techniques • How to avoid plagiarism • Manual on writing an academic paper College of Social Sciences

  15. Effective Searching with the UvA Library Workshop Dates: • Monday 14 September 13:00-15:00  - REC JK 3.91 • Wednesday 16 September 11:00-13:00 - REC JK 3.91 • Friday 18 September 11:00-13:00 - REC JK 3.91 A link to the online registration form canbe found on our website. Your student ID-card is alsoyourlibrary card. College of Social Sciences

  16. Academic Meeting – Dutch Study Skills Wednesday 30 September 17.00-18.30 For many international students, the Dutch educational system is different from what they are used to. In this meeting, we will discuss the academic climate and Dutch grading system. We will also assess study skills such as academic reading, time management and planning. College of Social Sciences

  17. Academic Writing Skills Course • A course designed to develop students’skills in English-language academic writing. • Two weekly sessions of two hours and one/two individual feedback sessions • You can register for this course from Monday 14 September until Friday 2 October at the Student Service Desk RECB7.00 • Costs: €50,- • For more information: course catalogue College of Social Sciences

  18. Student Services Central hall on the ground floor of Building E, Roetersstraat11 Student Services offers all students information, advice or support regarding their registration as a student and other matters which concern studying at the UvA or student life in general. • Student Service Desk (activating student ID card!) • Careers Centre • Student Counsellors • Student Psychologists • Student Doctors • Student Dentists College of Social Sciences

  19. CREA CREA organises courses, workshops and projects in drama, music, dance, photography, film and the visual arts. Nieuwe Achtergracht 1701018 WV Amsterdam www.crea.nl College of Social Sciences

  20. University Sports Centre • Open seven days a week • More than 70 sporting activities at affordable rates, such as aikido, weightlifting, cycling and fencing • Seven locations spread throughout the city of Amsterdam http://www.usc.uva.nl/algemeen/index_en.php College of Social Sciences

  21. Discount Rate Artis Zoo: €3 on weekdays College of Social Sciences

  22. Museum Card • Personal pass to enter more than 400 museums free of charge. The card canbebought at museums for €54,95 and is validforoneyear. College of Social Sciences

  23. Uitmarkt 2015 28 August - 30 August 2015 The Uitmarktis the largest annual free festival in the country with over 30 venues in Amsterdam, officially launching the new cultural season by showcasing the very best in music, art, theatre, dance, opera, literature and cabaret performances. Check the website for all English-language events: http://www.uitmarkt.nl/english College of Social Sciences

  24. City Events http://www.iamsterdam.com College of Social Sciences

  25. International Office Social Sciences Dymphy de Jong, Gabriëlla Buisman, Heleen Straesser, Emilie van Tol International-office-csw@uva.nl College of Social Sciences

  26. Introduction to Dutch Culture Room D.108 Starts 16:15 College of Social Sciences

  27. Introduction to Dutch Culture • Welcome • Drs Katusha Sol • ISN Amsterdam • SBS International • Edo Berger • Borrel College of Social Sciences

  28. College of Social Sciences

  29. SBS International Monthly events organized by study associations for international students • Facebook page SBS International • Website SBS International • Committee of international students • Send an email to BOSS-GSSS@uva.nl to apply or come talk to me after the presentation College of Social Sciences

  30. Events • Career event. Next edition: 25 November • Small career events throughout the year • Overview of all English-spoken events organized for social science students. • Social events organized by study associations • Social events organized by students. College of Social Sciences

  31. Contact E-mail: BOSS-GSSS@uva.nl Facebook page SBS International https://www.facebook.com/StudentHubGSSS College of Social Sciences

  32. (Really) Understanding the Dutch Edo Berger College of Social Sciences

  33. Borrel Talk toone new person! College of Social Sciences

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