Amsterdam Spring Quarter – Psychology, Sociology & Political Science
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Amsterdam Spring Quarter – Psychology, Sociology & Political Science
$6+ Million in Scholarships & Aid
Academics
Our mission is simple: to provide you with the best study abroad program possible—which includes the highest quality academic and cultural experiences.
We offer unique courses that explore psychology, sociology, and political science through an in-depth and hands-on approach. Our world-class professors and course options enhance your academic experience and provide you with new perspectives each day in class. You will take three or four courses for a total of 9-12 credits* per semester, which will transfer to your home university.
*Quarter students should contact their home university for semester to quarter credit conversion.
Courses
You can expect your courses to touch on a wide range of important topics in today's complex world.
| IES ABROAD COURSES OFFERED |
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Art History AH 315 Highlights of Dutch Art - From Rembrandt to Mondriaan Political Science PO 330 Translating Race - A Comparative Approach PO PS 320 Political Psychology PS SO 340 The Psychology of Prejudice and Discrimination Psychology PS 311 Cross Cultural Psychology PS PO 320 Political Psychology Sociology |
Field Trips & Events
Even though your adventure starts in Amsterdam, our field trips take you beyond the city to discover the culture and traditions of your host country. Below are tentatively planned fields trips to give you a sense of your Netherlands adventure
Day Trip
Hoge Veluwe National Park
1 Day | Spring 2021
Visit the largest privately managed conservation area in the Netherlands - home to several endangered species, as well as visit the park's museum Kroller Muller. The museum has the second largest collection of Van Gogh paintings and drawings. The museum also has an impressive sculpture garden. Included in program fee.
Overnight Trip
Maastricht
2 Days | Spring2021
Explore this university city with its beautiful medieval architecture and lively arts and culture. Visit the famous labyrinth caves of Limburg, and take a walk in the spectacular hilly countryside. Students share a portion of the cost with IES Abroad.
Daily Life
Part of making you feel at home with us in Amsterdam is doing our best to help you feel safe and cared for. Whether it’s the orientation program that prepares you for what’s ahead, your housing that is well-located and comfortable, or a field trip that takes you to places that enrich your cultural and academic learning—we’re all about our student services.
Orientation
Our orientation introduces you to the IES Abroad Amsterdam staff, your fellow students, and the city of Amsterdam.
Our Comprehensive Orientation & Re-Entry Experience (CORE™) begins at home with our virtual orientation to help you prepare for your IES Abroad experience. Orientation continues throughout the semester with activities focusing on academic and cultural adjustment. Detailed information about housing, public transportation, culture, health and safety, and other important topics are also covered.
Beyond orientation sessions, you will have opportunities to explore the city before classes start, to help you feel at home in your new environment. Feel prepared to begin classes with practical lessons and activities designed to help you learn your way around the area. Our dedicated student affairs staff is always there to provide you continued support throughout the semester.
Housing
We want to make sure that your greatest challenge is deciding which landmarks to see first or discovering the best café—not finding a place to live where you feel comfortable. We do our best to locate good housing with lots of amenities that make meeting others in your building fairly easy. You will lived in a single or shared room with a private or shared bathroom, your kitchen will also be shared or private, and there will be laundry facilities available in your building (includes a small fee). Our goal is that when you leave Amsterdam, it will feel like home.
Extracurricular Activities & Cultural Events
Cultural events help you redefine the way you live and learn in Amsterdam. Possible events might include:
- Cheese tasting at a local farm
- Alternative Amsterdam tour
- Concert at Concertgebouw
- City food tour
- Dutch apple pie baking workshop
- Attend a Dutch soccer match
- Visit 'Our Lord in the Attic' Museum
- Jewish walking tour
Get to Know Your New City
Cycle Everywhere
Rent or buy a cheap bike and get around Amsterdam the way the Dutch do!
Enjoy Traditional Dutch Dishes
From excellent coffee and sweet stroopwafels and poffertjes (tasty little pancakes), to more unusual fare like thick fries with Dutch-Indonesian peanut sauce or stamppot (a hearty dish of potatoes, onions, kale, root vegetables, and sausage), eating in Amsterdam is a real treat.
Shop the Amsterdam Street Markets
Stock up on fresh produce, cheese, and other food, as well as souvenirs and gifts at the Albert Cuypmarkt. Or dig for the perfect find at the IJ-Hallen vintage market.
Appreciate Art
Amsterdam is home to so many art museums, from the “big ones,” like the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum to lesser known gems like the Museum Willet-Hothuysen and the Foam Photography Museum.
Swing Out Over Amsterdam
For a thrill, try riding the swings found on the observation deck on the new A’DAM Tower. Or just marvel at the beautiful 360° views of the city.
Program Cost
Consider these prices as a starting point. We encourage you to contact your study abroad office to determine the actual cost to you when factoring in financial aid, scholarships, your home school policies, and other factors.
| Term | Tuition | Housing | Insurance | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2021 | $6,850 | $3,935 | $165 |
$10,950 |
Scholarships & Aid
Use our budget worksheet to calculate your costs
$6+ Million in Scholarships & Aid
Our Center
While in Amsterdam, we want to ensure you have every opportunity to immerse yourself in new experiences. That’s why our IES Abroad Amsterdam Center staff is committed to providing outstanding academic and student support services. We take care of the details, so you can soak up every moment of your Amsterdam experience.
The IES Abroad Amsterdam Center is housed on two floors on the Geldersekade 101. Built in the early 1930s as a clothing factory, the building has recently been completely renovated. The IES Abroad Center has several study spaces, as well as classrooms and meeting rooms. The Geldersekade is located in the old city center, a stone's throw from the famous Nieuwmarkt Square. Due to its proximity to Amsterdam Central Station, the IES Abroad Center is easily accessible via public transport.
Our Center is your connection point for all things IES Abroad.
- Take your IES Abroad courses in the Center’s classrooms
- Meet with staff in their offices
- Meet up with friends in the student lounge
- Study in the student library
Other features include: high-speed internet, printing facilities, photocopier and scanner access
Our Staff
Chantal Omloo
Center Director
Chantal Omloo earned an M.A. in the History of International Relations at the University of Utrecht and an MSc in Development Studies at the School for Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London. Her academic focus was centered on economic development in Sub Saharan Africa and she has published a number of articles in this field.
Prior to joining IES Abroad in 2001, Chantal worked for Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO), an NGO based in the United Kingdom. Chantal managed customized programs for IES Abroad out of the London Center before moving back to her native Netherlands to become our Amsterdam Center Director.
IES Abroad Amsterdam Staff
Flor Macías Delgado
Student and Diversity Affairs Specialist
Anabelle Goulette
Student Affairs and Housing Manager
Diana Kaekebeke
Academic Programs Manager
Faculty
Depending on your program, you will be taught by faculty from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Vrije Universiteit, Universiteit van Amsterdam, or the IES Abroad Amsterdam Center.
Health & Safety
With 70 years of experience, we are proud to set the standard for health and safety in study abroad. Our Chicago-based and on-site staff are all highly trained and experienced in the matters of health, safety, and crisis management. We are here for you from predeparture to your return, and are ready to support you—no matter what time zone you’re in.
In response to COVID-19, enhanced safety guidelines will be implemented this year—such as social distancing and personal protective equipment (PPE) in on-site classes, in-country field trips and travel only, and apartment or residence hall housing (no homestays) that ensures proper space should self-quarantining be necessary.
How We Support You
We plan for "what if" so that you don't have to. From international health insurance included in the cost of your program to highly-trained local staff who can connect you to English-speaking healthcare providers, we are working around the clock to ensure your health and safety while abroad.
Learn more about the support you can expect to receive on our programs, including:
- International health insurance through CISI in the case you need to see a doctor or mental health professional
- 24/7 emergency support whether you encounter an issue while traveling or in your host city
- Location-specific health and safety information presented at orienation by on-site staff
- TripTracker system allowing you to share independent travel plans in case you need to be contacted swiftly in a crisis
- A mandatory cell phone policy so that you can be contacted locally and receive any emergency updates via call or text
- Crisis drills so that you feel prepared to respond to an emergency should one arise
- And more!
Health & Safety Resources
You safety begins with being accurately informed from the moment you're considering study abroad through to the day you return home.
Take note of ways you can maintain your health and stay safe abroad while reviewing our resources, including:
- IES Abroad MAP for Student Health, Safety & Crisis Management
- Study Abroad Safety Tips for Traveling
- IES Abroad Student Blogs on Safety and Mental Health
- And more!
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