The UCF faculty building will open its doors again in 2021-2022!

By the UCF team

The last months before heading off to college usually look like this: you prepare to move away from your parents, you look up the study association at the university, you say goodbye to your high school friends and you may even try to cook a meal on your own. Unfortunately, students this year have had very different things on their minds, as we were all facing a myriad of uncertainties in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Luckily, things are looking up. More and more people are vaccinated, and travel restrictions are decreasing. Although the past year has taught us that there are always uncertainties, we can guarantee that you can start your studies with us. We can promise that you will receive quality education of the highest level. And we can assure that you will be warmly welcomed into our academic and social community. “Global challenges, local solutions” has never been more relevant and we look forward to seeing you in Leeuwarden.

Small-scale stays key

Our educational concept of interactive and small-scale learning is best suited to in-person instruction, and the residential component is an explicit part of this philosophy. We are happy to inform you that the board of the University of Groningen has decided to prepare all teaching for the 2021-2022 academic year as in-person teaching. The maximum capacity per classroom can be used again, and the 1,5 meter distance restriction is let go off. If the Dutch government should decide in August to maintain the distance restriction, the university will of course adhere to this. We will keep you posted on developments in this matter in the August newsletter(s).

A safe place to study & live

Our faculty is housed in the monumental and recently renovated 1880 building the Beurs. You will find our residential campus building within a 10-minute walk from the Beurs. From the moment you arrive in Leeuwarden, this is where you will live together with the other first-year students. So finding accommodation is another worry you can check off your list!

Do make sure that you are informed about a possible mandatory quarantine period after your arrival in The Netherlands. More information about this and other travel regulations can be found on this webpage by the Dutch Government about travelling to the Netherlands from abroad. The site is updated continuously as regulations are frequently changed still, therefore make sure to keep an eye on any developments that might affect your personal situation.

Inclusive and diverse community

Both international and national students are essential to our inclusive and diverse community. To ensure smooth interaction during the academic year, you will already get to meet your fellow students and our staff members in the Introduction Week. Finally, our team is there to support you and answer all questions you might have. Get in contact with them via email (ucf-grl rug.nl) or phone (+31(0)6 15 54 84 41). Would you like to talk to other students and hear their experiences? Don’t hesitate to contact current students as they are more than happy to answer all your questions.

We hope the above gives you the confidence to securely enrol to our programme. No matter where you are coming from, we’ve got you covered. t Stay healthy and safe, and we look forward to welcoming you to our community!