Certificate programmes are non-degree programmes made up of electives, designed for students who have successfully completed two years of academic training in a relevant field. They offer an opportunity to find out more about what it would be like to study at the UvA.

Students who are not eligible to study at the UvA through an exchange programme can register as independent students and enrol in one of the UvA's certificate courses. Certificate course students register at the UvA and pay tuition fees to the UvA.

Certificate students receive an official transcript indicating the courses taken and credits and grades obtained. Students can enrol in certificate programmes for one semester or for a full year.