Master in Workshop Teamup

Applications for the Sep 2026 intake close on Aug 31, 2026, and tuition fees are 3,795 USD per year.

Teams looking to navigate complex professional environments and foster a culture of mutual support often turn to Workshop TeamUp to revitalize their collaboration. This intensive, interactive programme is designed to help groups move beyond superficial cooperation, enabling them to establish clear, actionable team goals and cultivate a psychologically safe work climate. By focusing on the four core principles of the VU's Art of Engagement—contributing to the bigger picture, demonstrating courage in decision-making, ensuring transparency, and creating space for growth—participants gain the tools needed to communicate more effectively and resolve internal tensions constructively.

A Tailored Approach to Team Dynamics

The programme is ideal for functioning teams of 4 to 12 members who wish to align their professional vision and enhance their daily interactions. Whether you are dealing with communication hurdles, evolving team roles, or simply seeking to deepen professional bonds, TeamUp provides a structured, guided space for reflection and practical application. Participants frequently report that the investment in these sessions leads to lasting improvements in team cohesion, allowing them to return to the workplace with a shared language and a renewed sense of purpose. The workshop is facilitated by experienced trainers from the VU Centre for Teaching & Learning (CTL), ensuring that the sessions are not only reflective but grounded in academic and professional best practices.

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.