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Exemptions and petitions Courses and exams
Do you want to request a change to the academic requirements set by your bachelor's or master's programme? Perhaps you want to be exempted from a particular course, because you think you have already acquired the knowledge elsewhere. Or do you want academic credits earned at another institution to be…

Study success
Your path to study success: a good start, study skills and personal development.

Arranging graduation Science Graduation
You're about to graduate. That means there’s a lot to be arranged. The university expects you to take certain steps, as does your faculty and/or institute. Your faculty has various regulations and procedures in place that you need to follow carefully when arranging your graduation.

Who can I turn to?
At the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, we are happy to help you. In many different ways, we offer support and advice. Here you will find an overview of where and who you can contact with your questions.

Navigator
This page helps you quickly find the information that aligns with your current academic phase. Whether you are a first-year student embarking on a new adventure, or a final-year student preparing for professional life, you’ll find what you’re looking for here. Select the category that best matches your…

Study adviser or coordinator Contact and advice
Your study adviser or coordinator is an expert on all aspects of your study programme. If you have any questions or concerns about your programme, whether they be of a practical or academic nature, you can contact your study adviser.

Arranging graduation Law Graduation
You're about to graduate. That means there’s a lot to be arranged. The university expects you to take certain steps, as does your faculty and/or institute. Your faculty has various regulations and procedures in place that you need to follow carefully when arranging your graduation.

Study plan Psychology (BSc)
Some bachelor's programmes help you monitor your own academic progress by assisting you in drawing up a study plan at the end of your first year.

Preparations
Before you can receive your diploma, there are many preparations to be made. Examples include picking up your graduation outfit and having your portrait photo taken by our professional photographer. Read more about this below. Check out the subpages on the left for more information on how to wear your…

Finding and arranging Humanities Internships and research abroad
An internship or research project abroad is not only a fun and educational experience, it's also a great asset to your CV. As job markets are becoming increasingly international, employers tend to view international experience as a big advantage. Read more about how to arrange an internship or project…

Arranging graduation Astronomy (BSc)
You're about to graduate. That means there’s a lot to be arranged. The university expects you to take certain steps, as does your faculty and/or institute. Your faculty has various regulations and procedures in place that you need to follow carefully when arranging your graduation.

Leaving the Netherlands Immigration and residency
As an international student, there are a number of matters you should take care of prior to leaving the Netherlands at the end of your studies.