STUDY CREDITS

The UNISCA grading system is consistent with the system used by the Political Science faculty at the University of Amsterdam. This grading system, ranging from 1-10 (1 very poor, 10 excellent), stipulates that a 5.5 is needed in order to pass both of the aforementioned assignments, as well as to complete this course successfully. Students who successfully complete the entire course are awarded 10 ECs (European Credits) by the University of Amsterdam. This means that completion of the course requires approximately 280 hours of study. If you are not registered at the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences (FMG) of the University of Amsterdam, you (in most cases) need permission from your examination commission or study counsellor in order to receive credits.

Many faculties in the Netherlands acknowledge the academic value of UNISCA and recognize its 10 ECs. However, students studying at universities other than the University of Amsterdam should note that each university is entitled to award its own amount of study credits for participation in the UNISCA course. If you are not sure about recognition of the UNISCA program at your university, please contact your study counselor or the UNISCA Foundation for more information.

If you are attending an international programme in the Netherlands (PEECH, ACCESS, UCU, International Schools, exchange programmes, etcetera) you can also register to enrol in the UNISCA course. However, you will need to pay an aditional fee of €525,- (€52,50 per credit).