Benefits of University Pathway Programme
This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students the opportunity to progress to universities in the Netherlands.
Students will study this programme on the campus of the University of Amsterdam in the heart of Amsterdam.
Upon successful completion of the UPP, they will have the opportunity to apply to transfer to undergraduate degrees at a range of research universities in the Netherlands, including the University of Amsterdam, Utrecht University, Vrije University Amsterdam and more.
UPP Success in Numbers
96%
Pass rate University Pathway Programme (UPP)
(2026 graduates)
86%
of UPP students achieved the maximum 60 ECTS credits, making them eligible to apply to research universities.
(June 2026 graduates)
#60
University of Amsterdam Ranking
About the University Pathway Programme
The UPP at OnCampus Amsterdam has been designed with Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences to deliver the Propaedeutic Year 1. This is the initial year of a bachelor's degree programme at a Dutch university of applied sciences. It serves as a foundational stepping stone, designed to introduce students to the core concepts and methodologies of their chosen field of study.
This programme lasts one academic year divided into two semesters. You will undertake up to 26 hours of classroom-based study per week.
Students will be expected to timetable self-study hours in addition to the classroom-based hours.
Discover the progression options available to OnCampus Amsterdam students.
- Academic Exploration: The propaedeutic year provides students with an opportunity to explore the fundamental aspects of their chosen subject, laying a solid groundwork for future academic pursuits.
- Assessment of Suitability: It also acts as a diagnostic tool, helping students determine if their interests and abilities align with the demands of the programme.
- Credit Accumulation: Successful completion of the propaedeutic year results in the acquisition of 60 ECTS credits, which contribute towards the overall degree requirements.
- Coursework: Students are typically required to complete a set of core courses that cover the essential topics within their field of study.
- Credit Accumulation: To successfully pass the propaedeutic year, students must earn 60 ECTS credits by passing all required courses.
- Propaedeutic Certificate: Upon successful completion, students receive a propaedeutic certificate, which signifies their readiness to continue their studies
- Progression to Bachelor's Degree: The propaedeutic certificate enables students to proceed to the subsequent years of their bachelor's degree programme at Wittenborg.
- Transfer to Research University: In some cases, obtaining a propaedeutic certificate may also qualify students for admission to a research university, allowing them to pursue research oriented academic studies.
What will I study?
This programme includes English and a range of subjects from Economics to Management.
English will be integrated into the teaching of academic subjects, as well as being taught separately for those who need additional support to develop their English language ability.
The pathway options available to OnCampus Amsterdam students are detailed below:
- Economics
- Accounting and Finance
- Principles of Marketing
- Management
- Leadership and the Organisation
- Introduction to Statistics and Mathematics
- English
Programme details, dates, and fees
Course length: 2 semesters
Hours per week: up to 26
All programmes are subject to a €450 registration fee
| Dates | Duration | Fees (€) | Progressing to undergraduate study in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 October 2026 - 09 July 2027 | 2 semesters | 22,980 | Sep-27 |
| 04 January 2027 - 20 August 2027 | 2 semesters | 22,980 | Sep-27 |
| 05 October 2027 - 09 July 2028 | 2 semesters | 24,180 | Sep-28 |
| 04 January 2028 - 20 August 2028 | 2 semesters | 24,180 | Sep-28 |
Follow the link below to start your journey to degree study with OnCampus Amsterdam.