Master in Senior Teaching Qualification Stq Programme

Tuition is 3,795 USD per year.

Designed for established academics and those identified as the 'prime movers' within their departments, the Senior Teaching Qualification (STQ) programme empowers lecturers to advance their expertise in educational coordination, management, and curriculum development. This programme is specifically tailored for staff who serve as a bridge between high-level educational policy and operational reality, including Directors of Studies, programme coordinators, and those overseeing junior colleagues.

Participants are typically already established as skilled, dedicated educators who possess a University Teaching Qualification (UTQ). By engaging with this track, you will refine your ability to manage complex educational environments, improve student success and pass rates, and contribute to the strategic quality of university teaching. The programme offers a unique collaborative environment developed jointly by VU Amsterdam and the University of Amsterdam, ensuring that your teaching leadership capabilities are recognised at the highest level.

Programme Focus

• Enhancing coordination and management skills within higher education.
• Advancing curriculum development and educational policy implementation.
• Providing individual coaching sessions for targeted professional growth.
• Strengthening your role as an educational leader within your faculty or research group.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a research-led university situated in the heart of Amsterdam, founded in 1880 and welcoming more than 31,700 students including a large international cohort. Its long history combines academic tradition with modern interdisciplinary teaching across social sciences, humanities, law, business, and sciences. English-taught bachelor and master programs make it accessible to international applicants seeking a high-quality European education in a dynamic urban setting.

The university emphasizes research excellence and societal impact, with numerous institutes and centers that connect students to real-world challenges. Small-group teaching, problem-based learning options, and close supervision at graduate level support academic growth. International students can take advantage of dedicated services for visa advice, housing support, language courses, and career guidance that ease transition and enhance employability in the Netherlands and beyond.

Student life blends campus facilities with Amsterdam cultural vitality, including museums, startups, and multinational companies that offer internships and networking. Affordable public transport and a bicycle-friendly environment make daily life straightforward while campus clubs and student associations help newcomers build a community. Prospective international students should research program entry requirements early, prepare application documents and funding plans, and reach out to the international office to plan arrival and accommodation.