Study guidance and counselling
Study guidance and counselling
Last modified on 13-10-2026 15:44
Are you struggling to keep up with your studies? Or are you doubting your programme choice? Lecturers, study advisers and student counsellors are here to help. We also offer workshops and online resources to support you.
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What is your study programme?
Where to turn to for help
- Help from your lecturer during your studies Are you having difficulty with the course subject matter or problems with an exam? Talk with your lecturer.
- Study adviserThe study adviser can help you with questions about your curriculum, your planning or personal circumstances that are affecting your studies.
- Student counsellorsThe UvA student counsellors are available to support you in case of special circumstances that affect your study progress.
- UvA psychologistsAre stress or mental health problems interfering with your studies? The UvA's psychologists can offer various types of support such as groups, workshops, courses or consultations.
Study choices
- Help with doubts about your study choiceIf you're considering changing to a different degree programme, the UvA Student Careers centre offers various kinds of support, from study choice tests or courses to a personal appointment with a career adviser.
- Help with choosing a Master'sYour choice of a Master's programme is an important step in your career. The information below will help you to make a choice. Contact the UvA Student Careers Centre if you'd like to discuss your options in person.
Information and workshops
- Workshops, groups and sessionsThe UvA offers you workshops, training courses, information sessions and groups to study more effectively. You can also work on the skills you need after graduation.
- Study methods and study skillsBeing a university student means honing your study skills: reading articles and course literature, planning your study sessions, revising for exams, writing in an academic style and setting priorities for your free time and studies. For help with study skills and methods, the UvA offers courses and workshops, online tips and background reading.
- Dealing with obstaclesThe following pages give you tips on how to deal with a number of obstacles that may arise during the course of your studies. How do you deal with procrastination or exam stress, for example? If you want to develop your study skills, e.g. to improve your level of concentration, check out the page on study skills.