ICTS works with set periodic maintenance windows for regular short maintenance of the ICT infrastructure.
This maintenance takes place in accordance with the schedule below.
Regular maintenance:
Tuesday morning 06.00 - 08.00
Friday evening 18.00 - 21.00
Installing software patches:
Daily between 04.00 - 07.00
Scheduled maintenance
Accessibility ICTS Servicedesk
ICT Service Centre (ICTS)
+31 (0)43 388 5555
Maandag 08.00 - 17.00 uur
Dinsdag 08.00 - 17.00 uur
Woensdag 08.00 - 17.00 uur
Donderdag 08.00 - 17.00 uur
Vrijdag 08.00 - 17.00 uur
Go to ICTS Self-Service Portal to report a malfunction.
Known errors
20-06-2024 | At this time there are no long-term known issues.
The success of an organization such as UM increasingly depends on information, new technologies and computer systems. Such information must be properly secured, especially if personal data is stored. In addition, of course, users have to treat this information accordingly.
Information Security Policy
The basis of information security, or cyber security, is a set of guiding principles, laid down in a formally established Information Security Policy (IS policy). Watch this video which explains the IS policy and it's principles. Also read UM's actual Information Security Policy.
The policy describes how UM provides adequate information security to comply with the relevant legislation and regulations. With the IS policy, UM also aims to contribute to a better quality of information provision and ensure a good balance between functionality, security and privacy.
Acceptable Use Policy
Obviously, an IS policy itself does not make UM secure. Information security is accomplished, on the one hand, by a set of general security measures and, on the other hand, by human behavior. For that reason an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) is part of UM's general Information Security Policy. It informs you on specific regulations with respect to the use of ICT facilities and internet at Maastricht University.
Read more about how we can secure UM's IT-landscape together on our Do's & Don'ts page. In addition, this is a good place to remind employees on UM's Codes of Conduct & Regulations specifically the UM Integrity Code of Conduct and for IT-staff the additional Integrity and behaviour code for ICT staff at UM.
More on Acceptable Use Policies
In the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP), you can read which regulations for ICT and internet use the UM Executive Board has adopted for its employees and students. An AUP is necessary to make it clear to employees and students how they can use UM's ICT facilities to perform their duties or study, without violating (legal) rules and guidelines and without compromising the security of UM’s digital systems. Above all without endangering the safety of other users. Finally, the agreements in the AUP also ensure that your rights as a user of UM's ICT facilities will be respected. Therefore, this AUP is available to every user. All users are expected to familiarize themselves with the UM regulations and the law and, above all, to use their “common sense”.
Users of UM ICT facilities reflect society. This means that users can make mistakes or errors and it is even conceivable that unwanted actions are intentionally committed. No regulations can withstand this. It is of course also conceivable that, despite your precautions, you as a user become the victim of a phishing attack or a virus or malware infection. The AUP explicitly intends to clarify expectations amongst users and between users and system administrators and to provide a framework for communication about these expectations. Users are asked to continue doing this in an open atmosphere. The chance of errors, mistakes and misunderstandings is thus reduced.
The AUP provides measures for cases of undesirable behavior. As a rule, this will be a warning explaining why the present behavior is undesirable and what the consequences of (recurrence) of that behavior are. It cannot be ruled out that cases will arise in which, in the opinion of the Executive Board, the seriousness of the situation requires more severe intervention and a warning is not sufficient and a more severe sanction is appropriate. In all cases, the user is given the opportunity to put forward their views: both sides of the story are important. Legal language is unavoidable in an AUP. A regulation should only be open to a single interpretation. If you are in doubt about the agreements in the AUP, you can always ask your local IT support or Information Manager, your manager or your student councilor, or the ICTS Service Desk how to act in a certain situation.
More information
Acceptable Use Policy Employees
Acceptable Use Policy Students
A word of welcome to our new students by dean Christine Neuhold and associate dean Patrick Bijsmans.
Programme and Study information
Choose your programme
Master's students
Pre-master's students
Programme
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 28 August | ||
| 17.00 - 18.00 | Yoga Workshop (optional)* | FASoS Garden |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 09.30 - 10.15 | Welcome and Registration | Hof van Tilly / Reception / Tent |
| 10.30 - 12.00 | Introduction | GG76, 1.02 |
| 12.00 - 13.00 | Lunch and Info Market | Tent |
| 13.00 - 14.30 | Presentation SA's + PBL meeting (pre-discussion) | Various rooms |
| 14.30 - 16.00 | Campus tour | Faculty and UM buildings |
| 19.00 - 21.00 | FASoS Pubquiz (optional) Please note that you have to register for the Pubquiz through this link if you would like to attend | Tent |
| Friday 30 August | ||
| 08.30 - 09.30 | Pre-master Arts and Culture information session | GG76, 1.17 |
| 08.30 - 09.30 | Pre-master European Studies information session | GG76, 0.07 |
| 08.30 - 09.30 | Pre-master European Studies on Society, Science and Technology information session | GG76, 1.10 |
| 08.30-09.30 | Pre-master Globalisation and Development Studies information session | GG76, 1.12 |
| 08.30 -09.30 | Pre-master Media Studies: Digital Cultures information session | GG76, 1.08 |
| 09.30 - 10.30 | PBL meeting (post-discussion) | Various rooms |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | "Are you okay?" lecture | Turnzaal |
*More information about the yoga session can be found in the menu on the right hand side
Lost the physical copy of your programme? Retrieve it here.
The following PBL assignment will be discussed during the Introduction Days:
- PBL assignment
- Reading: Nussbaum, M. (2016 [2010]). The Silent Crisis. In: M. Nussbaum, Not for Profit (pp. 1-12)
During the Introduction Week, the Student Representatives are organising sessions that you can seperately register for as well through the links below the programme:
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 27 August | ||
| 10.00 - 10.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 14.00 - 14.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 15.00 - 15.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 16.00 - 17.00 | Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability | GG76S, 1.018 |
UM’s labyrinth — How to find your way around main student platforms
To make it here, you’ve had to interact with at least multiple pages of our university website and application platform. But what if we tell you there’s more to navigate through? In your first semester, you’ll have to learn your way around UM’s student interfaces, especially Canvas and Student Portal. Let us give you a quick tour of these systems and discover together how to seamlessly manage your courses, prepare for tutorials, and access other important resources. Join us for this interactive session and step confidently into your student journey with UM!
Campus Safety 101 — Guide to Essential Resources & Support Services
Discover mental health support resources, FASoS emergency response protocol, reporting procedures, inclusive facilities such as prayer rooms and gender-neutral toilets, and tips for a soft landing in Maastricht. Join us to learn more about campus safety and well-being essentials!
Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability
Are you someone who deals with a learning disability or just someone who'd like to know more about the topic? Come to this session, organised by your Student Representatives along with the Disability Support Office to ensure that you have all the tools you need to succeed at Maastricht University! Learn more about the procedure to make sure you get the accommodations you need, as well as what the Disability Support Office does! There will also be a Q&A session to make sure all your questions are answered.
FASoS Office of Student Affairs
Front Office
Front Office
FASoS Office of Student Affairs
The faculty's Front Office is situated in the hall of the Grote Gracht 90-92 building.
You can turn to the Front Office for all kinds of questions and requests, such as:
- Questions about course registration and time tables
- Obtaining a place for a course in case of late registration (using a token)
- Certified copy of results (transcript)
- Obtaining a certificate of English Proficiency
- Questions about the Student Portal or Student Intranet
- Obtaining a document regarding expected graduation
- Any other questions
Opening hours:
- On Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, between 10.00 - 12.30 and 13.30 - 16.00. Closed on Wednesdays
- Closed on public holidays and during education-free periods
International Relations Office
The International Relations Office (IRO) is responsible for the organisation of incoming and outgoing student exchange.
Opening hours:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 12.30-13.30 at the Front Office desk, Grote Gracht 90-92
Contact details:
Students can contact the International Relations Office via e-mail or via +31 (0) 43 388 2032
Board of Examiners
The Board of Examiners (BoE) is responsible for the enforcement of the Bachelor’s and Master’s Education and Examination Regulations. The BoE is also entitled to make argued exceptions to these rules.
If a student has questions for the BoE – e.g. on the Education and Examination Regulations, or wishes to submit a specific request for the BoE - the student can:
Send the request via e-mail. Send a written (paper) request to the Service Desk BoE of FASoS, Post office Box 616, 6200 MD Maastricht, or submit the paper request at the faculty’s Front Office
Exam Administration
The Exam Administration is responsible for:
- Organising exams
- Processing and administrating of exam results
- Archiving exam-related documents (Files4Students)
- Conducting graduation procedures
- Executing different procedures related to the domain of exams
Contact details:
Students can contact the Exam Administration Office via e-mail or for urgent matters only via + 31 (0) 43 388 3946.
Student advisors
Students at FASoS can consult a student advisor to discuss their personal development and plans for the future. The student adviser offers information, advice and guidance with respect to all study-related matters.
In case of special circumstances, such as an illness of some duration, family circumstances or functional disorders, it is advisable to notify the student adviser so they can support you in adjusting your study plan and can provide you with information that will enable you to organise the special arrangements you need.
At FASoS we have the following Student Advisers:
- Pia Harbers (BA & MA Programmes in European Studies)
- Miranda van den Boorn (BA & MA Programmes in Arts and Culture)
- Raf Widdershoven (BA Digital Society & Master Globalisation and Development Studies & Master Media Studies: Digital Cultures)
- Saskia van Bergen (BSc Global Studies)
- You can book an appointment with them by clicking here.
- Watch the information video
Study Information
Online student resources FASoS
Online student resources FASoS
Study Information
- Student Portal
- Student Intranet
- Canvas (My Courses)
Student Portal
Your personal university one-stop-(info)shop
The one-stop location with all the information you need as a Maastricht University student is the Student Portal. Here you can find your timetable, information about your courses, your grades, important messages from the university, and more.
Watch the Student portal video
Student intranet
On the FASoS Student Intranet you can find a lot of important information regarding:
- Study programmes and regulations
- Registration
- Course registration
- Year planners
- Rooms and roombooking
- Education
- Exams
And much more...
Canvas
Canvas is the new Learning Management System of Maastricht University. Students can use Canvas to access all materials, articles, assignments and messages for the courses they are taking. Canvas also makes it easier for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate with one another in a course-specific context.
You can access your courses in the Student Portal, by clicking 'My Courses'. Please watch the videos below for more information on how to work with Canvas.
Student Association SOFASoS
SOFASoS is a community of students that are here to help FASoS students navigate through and enjoy their time at FASoS, and turn Maastricht from a city into a home.
We stand for togetherness by providing a sense of belonging for students and a space where they can express themselves. We also believe that knowledge is power, which is why we provide crash courses. These are (Virtual) classes where tutors help others tackle the best way to prepare for an upcoming exam. They come in handy for those who need a helping hand or answered questions to feel secure about an upcoming exam. Our events commitee also allows FASoS students to feel part of a community by coming up with events that enable students to socialise, experience the city, and grow. Therefore, SOFASoS’s only goal is to enrich the student experience at FASoS and give them a home away from home.
If you want to check out our content, head on over to our Instagram or LinkedIn!
Email: president@sofasos.org
Phone: +31 6 34261680
Office Location:
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Grote Gracht 80-82 6211SZ Maastricht
FASoS bike shed
Feel free to email or text us to get involved, register, ask questions, or get more information on any of our upcoming events or services.
You can already sign up via our website! By becoming a member, you will also contribute to combating the climate crisis since, in collaboration with ‘One Tree Planted’, SOFASoS plants a tree for every member signed up.
Student representatives
So, who are the Student Representatives? We are a team of 30 BA and MA students that are here to be your voice at FASoS. From Programme Committees and the Faculty Council to yearly events and facility projects, the Student Representatives are here to make your experience at FASoS as nice as possible. Where do we represent you?
Faculty Council
Once elected to the position of Faculty Council member by fellow students, Faculty Council members work hard to ensure (along with the student advisor to the Board) that the students’ voice is heard when making key decisions about Faculty policy. Along with the staff’s co-chair, they are allowed to set part of the agenda of Faculty Council meetings. Officially they have the right to consent and advice on Faculty decisions. Faculty Council members maintain close contact with the students and the rest of the Student Representatives to decide whether a Faculty decision should be approved or not. Furthermore, they scrutinize the decision-making process during the Council meetings, and submit proposals that can improve the quality of student life.
Programme Committees
All BA and MA programmes at FASoS have their own (cluster of) Programme Committees. Programme Committee are each appointed bodies, made up of students and staff, which work to improve the content and structure of the study programs they respectively represent. Student members are expected to set forth the perspective of their fellow students during regular committee meetings which cover such matters as the evaluation of courses, the planning of curricula, possible changes to the Education and Examination Regulations, and any other pertinent issues which arise during the course of the year. These meetings are collegial, with students and staff working together to find common solutions.
OMT – Education Management Team
The OMT’s mandate is to discuss and find solutions to Faculty-wide Bachelor-level problems concerning the organization and level of education. It consists of the Associate Dean of Education, the Directors of Studies of European Studies, Digital Society, and Arts & Culture, a secretary and three Student Representatives. In addition to this, relevant employees from the Faculty are invited to individual meetings to give their input concerning their field of interest. As opposed to the Program Committee, the OMT is responsible for overarching issues such as entrance requirements, the overall continuity of the study programs, and structural problems in the Faculty. The OMT is a working group that seeks to find solutions through the sharing of ideas and perspectives.
The Student Advisor to the Faculty Board
The student advisor to the Faculty Board takes part in the biweekly meetings of the Faculty Board (FB), the highest ranking decision-making body in the Faculty, which is composed of the Dean and two Associate Deans. The administrative director of the Faculty and the deputy secretary to the Board are also present during the meeting in an advisory capacity. The FB oversees the management of the Faculty and takes the most important decisions with regard to education, research and budget allocations.
While the student advisor is not formally part of the Board and has therefore no voting rights, they have a strong influence on the decisions taken by the FB. This is mainly because most decisions are made by consensus, and formal votes are a rare exception. The student advisor represents all BA and MA students in the Faculty and they are hence well acquainted with all the programs offered at the Faculty. The student advisor is crucial in ensuring that the Board is aware of the position of the student members of the FC and it takes it into due account.
Library Committee
The Library Committee is the responsible body for the collection of literature of the Faculty. The main concern of the Student Representative in such Committee is to make sure that all the right literature is available in the ICL. Moreover, the student is asked to give their opinion on budget, allocation and other logistic issues. The Committee meets few times per academic year, and different issues are discussed (e.g. subscriptions, Open Access, collection of books). The Student Representative should therefore try to accomplish that as much literature as possible is available online and easily accessible, while trying to improve the learning spaces and the LibSearch System.
Complaints Committee
As a member of the Complaints Committee of FASoS it is the student’s responsibility to participate in the examination and assessment of the complaints that have been filed against FASoS. Prior to the meetings between the complaining party and the Complaints Committee, the Student Representative needs to know the case and examine the material that has been provided by the complainant to assess the case. It is important the the student speaks up during the discussion, since he/she is the only student in the room and can provide the faculty staff with a different perspective on the issue discussed.
Introduction week
During the Introduction Week, the Student Representatives are organising sessions that you can seperately register for as well through the links below the programme:
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 27 August | ||
| 10.00 - 10.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 14.00 - 14.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 15.00 - 15.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 16.00 - 17.00 | Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability | GG76S, 1.018 |
UM’s labyrinth — How to find your way around main student platforms
To make it here, you’ve had to interact with at least multiple pages of our university website and application platform. But what if we tell you there’s more to navigate through? In your first semester, you’ll have to learn your way around UM’s student interfaces, especially Canvas and Student Portal. Let us give you a quick tour of these systems and discover together how to seamlessly manage your courses, prepare for tutorials, and access other important resources. Join us for this interactive session and step confidently into your student journey with UM!
Campus Safety 101 — Guide to Essential Resources & Support Services
Discover mental health support resources, FASoS emergency response protocol, reporting procedures, inclusive facilities such as prayer rooms and gender-neutral toilets, and tips for a soft landing in Maastricht. Join us to learn more about campus safety and well-being essentials!
Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability
Are you someone who deals with a learning disability or just someone who'd like to know more about the topic? Come to this session, organised by your Student Representatives along with the Disability Support Office to ensure that you have all the tools you need to succeed at Maastricht University! Learn more about the procedure to make sure you get the accommodations you need, as well as what the Disability Support Office does! There will also be a Q&A session to make sure all your questions are answered.
ICT Services
Maastricht University offers a wide range of ICT facilities to students and staff:
- wireless internet
- a personal UM account with a virtual desktop environment
- advanced printing possibilities
- Use of Surfdrive to store and share your files
- free Office 365 education software and more
More information:
- ICT Powerpoint presention about your personal account
- ICT Services Homepage
- ICT Services Support webpage
More...
FASoS Campus
FASoS Campus
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The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASoS) is housed in several historic buildings in the city centre of Maastricht. These structures and the artwork in and around them add to both the city’s and the university’s special atmosphere. The buildings, as well as the arts and cultural heritage, are definitely worth a closer look.
Use our interactive map to explore FASoS and Maastricht hotspots. See where students are taught, study and relax and get a taste of the city of Maastricht.
Disability access and support
Disability Support
If you are a UM student with a disability and/or chronic illness, such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, Crohn's disease, you can request the support and facilities that are necessary to accommodate your individual needs.
You can send an email to disability@maastrichtuniversity.nl or come by at our open office hours every working day between 11:00-13:00h at the student services center.
It is also possible to schedule an (online) meeting.
Information about other support services such as the UM psychologists, wellbeing movement and Career Services:
Yoga workshop
Join the YOGA session in the FASoS Garden during the introduction week (optional).
FASoS offers free yoga sessions for FASoS students and you can already have a first experience during the introduction week on Monday 26 August from 17.00 - 18.00 and Wednesday 28 August from 17.00 - 18.00
Michelle Nijssen from Yoga pur Sang works with elements from Kundalini yoga, Hatha yoga and Taoism. You focus on getting body, mind and soul in sync. Michelle’s sessions are more an experience than an exercise.
You can bring your own yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.
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Student Services Centre
Any questions about your application, tuition fees or other issues related to your studies? The Student Services Centre, right in the city centre, is there to help you. Services include information, advice, sports and a cosy coffee corner. You can visit our UM Student Desk anytime.
Problem-Based Learning
At Maastricht University, you'll be taught using Problem-Based Learning (PBL). In small tutorial groups with a maximum of 15 students, you will analyse challenging questions and cases.
My Maastricht
Mymaastricht.nl is the one-stop information platform to help international students find their feet in the city. We provide you with the information you need when coming to Maastricht. Our content is all in English and covers health, transport, housing and finances.
Housing
Whether you are looking for furnished or unfurnished housing, whether for a short or long-term stay – your search begins at Maastricht Housing. Whether you are looking for furnished or unfurnished housing, whether for a short or long-term stay – your search begins at Maastricht Housing. Maastricht Housing
UM Library
The Maastricht University Library is a popular venue, serving as an open intellectual and communal hub for students, researchers and scholars to help them achieve their academic goals. Find out more about opening hours and locations below.
Library information for new students
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On 23 May 2022, Prof. Dr. Paolo Balboni moderated a panel at the 15th edition of the prestigious international Computers, Privacy & Data Protection Conference (CPDP 2022).
The panel explored a new and important dimension of privacy and data protection that complements compliance in the pursuit of sustainable data processing activities - Data Protection as a Corporate Social Responsibility (DPCSR). During the event, Mr. Cosimo Monda, Director of the Maastricht European Centre on Privacy and Cybersecurity (ECPC), provided an introduction on data protection as an element of good governance, a way to responsibly further business objectives, and to be more competitive in a market where consumers are increasingly looking for reliable and sustainable organizations. Prof. Balboni presented the results of the two-year research project carried out at ECPC - the Maastricht University Data Protection as a Corporate Social Responsibility Framework (UM-DPCSR Framework). An engaging debate ensued with panelists Sophie Nerbonne (CNIL), Massimo Marelli (ICRC), Stefano Fratta (Meta), and Sarah Bakir (Rabobank) who tackled the topic from a wide range of perspectives.
Questions dealt with included:
- What are the fundamental requirements of socially responsible data processing activities?
- How can companies reconstruct Data Protection into an effective CSR framework?
- What are the benefits for companies that embrace data protection as a CSR?
A recording of the panel can be viewed below and under this link.
Authors:
Paolo Balboni, Professor of Privacy, Cybersecurity, and IT Contract Law at the European Centre on Privacy and Cybersecurity (ECPC) within the Maastricht University Faculty of Law
Kate Francis, PhD candidate at the European Centre on Privacy and Cybersecurity (ECPC) within the Maastricht University Faculty of Law
A word of welcome to our new students by dean Christine Neuhold and associate dean Patrick Bijsmans.
Programme and Study information
Choose your programme
Bachelor Arts and Culture
Bachelor Digital Society
Programme
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 26 August | ||
| 12.00 - 13.15 | Welcome, registration, lunch and info market | Hof van Tilly / Reception / Tent |
| 13.30 - 14.30 | Introduction Programme | Turnzaal |
| 14.30 - 16.30 | Mentor meetings (first part) 1- 5 & Campus Tours Group 6 -7 | Various rooms and Faculty & UM buildings |
| 16.30 - 17.00 | Welcome to FASoS Presentations (My Maastricht, Student Representatives, SOFASoS | Turnzaal |
| 17.00 - 18.30 | Mentor meetings (first part) 6-7 | Turnzaal |
| 17.00 - 18.00 | Yoga workshop (optional)* | FASoS Garden |
| Tuesday 27 August | ||
| 11.30 - 13.00 | Mentor meetings (second part) group 6-7 | Various rooms |
| 13.00 - 13.30 | “Are you okay?” lecture | Turnzaal |
| 14.00 - 15.30 | Mentor meetings (second part) group 1-5 | Various rooms |
| 15.30 - 17.00 | Campus Tours 1-5 | Faculty & UM buildings |
| Wednesday 28 August | ||
| 14.00 - 18.00 | Robot race: An introduction to Digital Society | Tent / Turnzaal |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 19.00 - 21.00 | FASoS Pubquiz (optional) Please note that you have to register for the Pubquiz through this link if you would like to attend | Tent Faculty Garden |
*More information on the yoga workshop can be found in the menu on the right hand side
Lost the physical copy of your programme? Retrieve it here.
More information on Digital Society:
Digital Society mentor Programme
The Mentor Programme focuses on developing the skills needed for self-reflection, and on identifying potential problems and opportunities at an early stage, enabling us to offer you the necessary advice and support. The goal of the Mentor Programme is to help you become a successful student.
During the introduction days you will have your first meetings with your mentor group. Please check the programme for the exact time and location. During these mentor meetings you will practice Problem-Based Learning (PBL) for the first time. You will need the following course material:
- PBL assignment
- Reading: Nussbaum, M. (2016 [2010]). The Silent Crisis. In: M. Nussbaum, Not for Profit (pp. 1-12)
During the Introduction Week, the Student Representatives are organising sessions that you can seperately register for as well through the links below the programme:
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 27 August | ||
| 10.00 - 10.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 14.00 - 14.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 15.00 - 15.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 16.00 - 17.00 | Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability | GG76S, 1.018 |
UM’s labyrinth — How to find your way around main student platforms
To make it here, you’ve had to interact with at least multiple pages of our university website and application platform. But what if we tell you there’s more to navigate through? In your first semester, you’ll have to learn your way around UM’s student interfaces, especially Canvas and Student Portal. Let us give you a quick tour of these systems and discover together how to seamlessly manage your courses, prepare for tutorials, and access other important resources. Join us for this interactive session and step confidently into your student journey with UM!
Campus Safety 101 — Guide to Essential Resources & Support Services
Discover mental health support resources, FASoS emergency response protocol, reporting procedures, inclusive facilities such as prayer rooms and gender-neutral toilets, and tips for a soft landing in Maastricht. Join us to learn more about campus safety and well-being essentials!
Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability
Are you someone who deals with a learning disability or just someone who'd like to know more about the topic? Come to this session, organised by your Student Representatives along with the Disability Support Office to ensure that you have all the tools you need to succeed at Maastricht University! Learn more about the procedure to make sure you get the accommodations you need, as well as what the Disability Support Office does! There will also be a Q&A session to make sure all your questions are answered.
Bachelor European Studies
Programme
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
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| Wednesday 28 August | ||
| 10.00 - 10.45 | Welcome and Registration | Hof van Tilly / Reception / Tent |
| 11.00 - 12.00 | Introduction Programme | Tent Faculty Garden |
| 12.00 - 13.00 | Lunch and Information Market | Tent Faculty Garden |
| 13.00 - 15.00 | Mentor meetings (first part) & Campus tours | Various rooms / Faculty and UM buildings |
| 15.00 - 17.00 | Mentor meetings (first part) / Campus tours | Various rooms* / Faculty and UM buildings |
| 17.00 - 18.00 | Yoga workshop (optional)* | FASoS Garden |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 09.00 - 10.30 | Mentor meetings (second part) | Various rooms |
| 10.30 - 11.00 | Welcome to FASoS Presentations (My Maastricht, Student Representatives, SOFASoS | Tent Faculty Garden |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | “Are you okay?” lecture | Turnzaal + GG76S, 1.018 |
| 12.00 - 13.30 | Mentor meetings (second part) | Various rooms |
| 19.00 - 21.00 | FASoS Pubquiz (optional) Please note that you have to register for the Pubquiz through this link if you would like to attend | Tent Faculty Garden |
*More information on the yoga workshop can be found in the menu on the right hand side
Lost the physical copy of your programme? Retrieve it here.
European Studies Mentor Programme
The Mentor Programme focuses on developing the skills needed for self-reflection, and on identifying potential problems and opportunities at an early stage, enabling us to offer you the necessary advice and support. The goal of the Mentor Programme is to help you become a successful student.
During the introduction days you will have your first meetings with your mentor group. Please check the programme for the exact time and location. During these mentor meetings you will practice Problem-Based Learning (PBL) for the first time. You will need the following course material:
- PBL assignment
- Reading: Nussbaum, M. (2016 [2010]). The Silent Crisis. In: M. Nussbaum, Not for Profit (pp. 1-12)
During the Introduction Week, the Student Representatives are organising sessions that you can seperately register for as well through the links below the programme:
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 27 August | ||
| 10.00 - 10.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 14.00 - 14.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 15.00 - 15.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 16.00 - 17.00 | Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability | GG76S, 1.018 |
UM’s labyrinth — How to find your way around main student platforms
To make it here, you’ve had to interact with at least multiple pages of our university website and application platform. But what if we tell you there’s more to navigate through? In your first semester, you’ll have to learn your way around UM’s student interfaces, especially Canvas and Student Portal. Let us give you a quick tour of these systems and discover together how to seamlessly manage your courses, prepare for tutorials, and access other important resources. Join us for this interactive session and step confidently into your student journey with UM!
Campus Safety 101 — Guide to Essential Resources & Support Services
Discover mental health support resources, FASoS emergency response protocol, reporting procedures, inclusive facilities such as prayer rooms and gender-neutral toilets, and tips for a soft landing in Maastricht. Join us to learn more about campus safety and well-being essentials!
Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability
Are you someone who deals with a learning disability or just someone who'd like to know more about the topic? Come to this session, organised by your Student Representatives along with the Disability Support Office to ensure that you have all the tools you need to succeed at Maastricht University! Learn more about the procedure to make sure you get the accommodations you need, as well as what the Disability Support Office does! There will also be a Q&A session to make sure all your questions are answered.
Bachelor Global Studies
Programme
| Day & Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 26 August | ||
| 10.00 - 10.45 | Welcome and Registration | Hof van Tilly / Reception / Tent |
| 11.00 - 12.00 | Introduction Programme + GSC | Turnzaal |
| 12.00 - 13.00 | Lunch and Information Market | Tent Faculty Garden |
| 13.00 - 15.00 | PBL Session (pre-discussion) Group 1-5 & Campus Tours Group 6-10 | Various Rooms* GG76S & Faculty and UM Buildings |
| 15.00 - 17.00 | PBL Session (pre-discussion) Group 6-10 & Campus Tours Group 1-5 | Various Rooms* GG76S & Faculty and UM Buildings |
| 17.00 - 18.00 | Yoga workshop (optional)** | FASoS Garden |
| Tuesday 27 August | ||
| 12.00 - 13.30 | PBL Session (post-discussion) Group 1-5 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 14.00 - 14.30 | Welcome to FASoS Presentations (My Maastricht, Student Reps, SOFASoS | Turnzaal |
| 14.30 - 15.00 | “Are you okay?” lecture | Turnzaal |
| 15.30 - 17.00 | PBL Session (post-discussion) Group 6-10. | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| Wednesday 28 August | ||
| 14.00 - 17.00 | GSC Activities | Maastricht (t.b.d.) |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 09.00 - 10.30 | Story circles Group 1-5 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 11.00 - 12.30 | Story circles Group 6-10 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 13.00 - 16.00 | Diversity & Inclusivity training: speaking up | Various Rooms* |
| 19.00 - 21.00 | FASoS Pubquiz (optional) Please note that you have to register for the Pubquiz through this link if you would like to attend | Tent Faculty Garden |
| Wednesday 4 September | ||
| 09.30 - 11.00 | Cohort Constitution session Group 9-10 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 11.15 - 12.45 | GS Core Team information session Group 4-5-9-10 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 11.15 - 12.45 | Cohort Constitution session Group 7-8 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 13.30 - 15.00 | GS Core Team information session Group 1-2-3 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 13.30 - 15.00 | Cohort Constitution session Group 4-5-6 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 15.30 - 17.00 | GS Core Team information session Group 6-7-8 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 15.30 - 17.00 | Cohort Constitution session Group 1-2-3 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| Thursday 5 September | ||
| 09.00 - 10.30 | Workshop: Professional Communication Group 1-3 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 09.00 - 10.30 | Workshop: How to read an academic text Group 4-6 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 11.00 - 12.30 | Workshop: Professional Communication Group 4-6 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 11.00 - 12.30 | Workshop: How to read an academic text Group 1-3 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 13.30 - 15.00 | Workshop: Professional Communication Group 7-8 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 13.30 - 15.00 | Workshop: How to read an academic text Group 9-10 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 15.30 - 17.00 | Workshop: Professional Communication Group 9-10 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| 15.30 - 17.00 | Workshop: How to read an academic text Group 7-8 | Various Rooms* GG76S |
| Friday 6 September | ||
| 16.00 - 20.00 | Kick-off meeting semester 1 + dinner | Turnzaal and FASoS garden |
*Group and room number will be available on arrival
**More information on the yoga workshop can be found in the menu on the right hand side
Watch the Global Studies programme video
Global Studies PBL readings
During the introduction week, you will take part in a PBL simulation. For this simulation, you need to read the text below.
During the Introduction Week, the Student Representatives are organising sessions that you can seperately register for as well through the links below the programme:
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 27 August | ||
| 10.00 - 10.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 14.00 - 14.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 15.00 - 15.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 16.00 - 17.00 | Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability | GG76S, 1.018 |
UM’s labyrinth — How to find your way around main student platforms
To make it here, you’ve had to interact with at least multiple pages of our university website and application platform. But what if we tell you there’s more to navigate through? In your first semester, you’ll have to learn your way around UM’s student interfaces, especially Canvas and Student Portal. Let us give you a quick tour of these systems and discover together how to seamlessly manage your courses, prepare for tutorials, and access other important resources. Join us for this interactive session and step confidently into your student journey with UM!
Campus Safety 101 — Guide to Essential Resources & Support Services
Discover mental health support resources, FASoS emergency response protocol, reporting procedures, inclusive facilities such as prayer rooms and gender-neutral toilets, and tips for a soft landing in Maastricht. Join us to learn more about campus safety and well-being essentials!
Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability
Are you someone who deals with a learning disability or just someone who'd like to know more about the topic? Come to this session, organised by your Student Representatives along with the Disability Support Office to ensure that you have all the tools you need to succeed at Maastricht University! Learn more about the procedure to make sure you get the accommodations you need, as well as what the Disability Support Office does! There will also be a Q&A session to make sure all your questions are answered.
Exchange students
Programme
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 28 August | ||
| 17.00 - 18.00 | Yoga workshop (optional)* | FASoS Garden |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 12.00 - 13.00 | Welcome, registration and lunch | Hof van Tilly / Reception / Tent |
| 13.00 - 14.30 | Introduction | Turnzaal |
| 14.30 - 16.00 | PBL meeting (pre-discussion) | Various rooms |
| 19.00 - 21.00 | FASoS Pubquiz (optional) Please note that you have to register for the Pubquiz through this link if you would like to attend | Tent Faculty Garden |
| Friday 30 August | ||
| 09.30 - 10.30 | PBL meeting (post-discussion) | Various rooms |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | “Are you okay?” lecture | Turnzaal |
| 11.30 - 13.00 | Campus tour | Faculty and UM buildings |
*More information on the yoga workshop can be found in the menu on the right hand side
Lost the physical copy of your programme? Retrieve it here.
The following PBL assignment will be discussed during the Introduction Day:
- PBL assignment
- Reading: Nussbaum, M. (2016 [2010]). The Silent Crisis. In: M. Nussbaum, Not for Profit (pp. 1-12)
During the Introduction Week, the Student Representatives are organising sessions that you can seperately register for as well through the links below the programme:
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 27 August | ||
| 10.00 - 10.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 14.00 - 14.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 15.00 - 15.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 16.00 - 17.00 | Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability | GG76S, 1.018 |
UM’s labyrinth — How to find your way around main student platforms
To make it here, you’ve had to interact with at least multiple pages of our university website and application platform. But what if we tell you there’s more to navigate through? In your first semester, you’ll have to learn your way around UM’s student interfaces, especially Canvas and Student Portal. Let us give you a quick tour of these systems and discover together how to seamlessly manage your courses, prepare for tutorials, and access other important resources. Join us for this interactive session and step confidently into your student journey with UM!
Campus Safety 101 — Guide to Essential Resources & Support Services
Discover mental health support resources, FASoS emergency response protocol, reporting procedures, inclusive facilities such as prayer rooms and gender-neutral toilets, and tips for a soft landing in Maastricht. Join us to learn more about campus safety and well-being essentials!
Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability
Are you someone who deals with a learning disability or just someone who'd like to know more about the topic? Come to this session, organised by your Student Representatives along with the Disability Support Office to ensure that you have all the tools you need to succeed at Maastricht University! Learn more about the procedure to make sure you get the accommodations you need, as well as what the Disability Support Office does! There will also be a Q&A session to make sure all your questions are answered.
FASoS Office of Student Affairs
Front Office
Front Office
FASoS Office of Student Affairs
The faculty's Front Office is situated in the hall of the Grote Gracht 90-92 building.
You can turn to the Front Office for all kinds of questions and requests, such as:
- Questions about course registration and time tables
- Obtaining a place for a course in case of late registration (using a token)
- Certified copy of results (transcript)
- Obtaining a certificate of English Proficiency
- Questions about the Student Portal or Student Intranet
- Obtaining a document regarding expected graduation
- Any other questions
Opening hours:
- On Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, between 10.00 - 12.30 and 13.30 - 16.00. Closed on Wednesdays
- Closed on public holidays and during education-free periods
International Relations Office
The International Relations Office (IRO) is responsible for the organisation of incoming and outgoing student exchange.
Opening hours:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 12.30-13.30 at the Front Office desk, Grote Gracht 90-92
Contact details:
Students can contact the International Relations Office via e-mail or via +31 (0) 43 388 2032
Board of Examiners and Exam Administration
Board of Examiners
The Board of Examiners (BoE) is responsible for the enforcement of the Bachelor’s and Master’s Education and Examination Regulations. The BoE is also entitled to make argued exceptions to these rules.
If a student has questions for the BoE – e.g. on the Education and Examination Regulations, or wishes to submit a specific request for the BoE - the student can:
Send the request via e-mail. Send a written (paper) request to the Service Desk BoE of FASoS, Post office Box 616, 6200 MD Maastricht, or submit the paper request at the faculty’s Front Office
Exam Administration
The Exam Administration is responsible for:
- Organising exams
- Processing and administrating of exam results
- Archiving exam-related documents (Files4Students)
- Conducting graduation procedures
- Executing different procedures related to the domain of exams
Contact details:
Students can contact the Exam Administration Office via e-mail or for urgent matters only via + 31 (0) 43 388 3946.
Student advisors
Students at FASoS can consult a student advisor to discuss their personal development and plans for the future. The student adviser offers information, advice and guidance with respect to all study-related matters.
In case of special circumstances, such as an illness of some duration, family circumstances or functional disorders, it is advisable to notify the student adviser so they can support you in adjusting your study plan and can provide you with information that will enable you to organise the special arrangements you need.
At FASoS we have the following Student Advisers:
- Pia Harbers (BA & MA Programmes in European Studies)
- Miranda van den Boorn (BA & MA Programmes in Arts and Culture)
- Raf Widdershoven (BA Digital Society & Master Globalisation and Development Studies & Master Media Studies: Digital Cultures)
- Saskia van Bergen (BSc Global Studies)
- Book an appointment with them by clicking here.
- Watch the information video
Study Information
Online student resources FASoS
Online student resources FASoS
Study Information
- Student Portal
- Student Intranet
- Canvas (My Courses)
Student Portal
Your personal university one-stop-(info)shop
The one-stop location with all the information you need as a Maastricht University student is the Student Portal. Here you can find your timetable, information about your courses, your grades, important messages from the university, and more.
Watch the Student portal video
Student intranet
On the FASoS Student Intranet you can find a lot of important information regarding:
- Study programmes and regulations
- Registration
- Course registration
- Year planners
- Rooms and roombooking
- Education
- Exams
And much more...
Canvas
Canvas is the new Learning Management System of Maastricht University. Students can use Canvas to access all materials, articles, assignments and messages for the courses they are taking. Canvas also makes it easier for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate with one another in a course-specific context.
You can access your courses in the Student Portal, by clicking 'My Courses'. Please watch the videos below for more information on how to work with Canvas.
Student Association SOFASoS
SOFASoS is a community of students that are here to help FASoS students navigate through and enjoy their time at FASoS, and turn Maastricht from a city into a home.
We stand for togetherness by providing a sense of belonging for students and a space where they can express themselves. We also believe that knowledge is power, which is why we provide crash courses. These are (Virtual) classes where tutors help others tackle the best way to prepare for an upcoming exam. They come in handy for those who need a helping hand or answered questions to feel secure about an upcoming exam. Our events commitee also allows FASoS students to feel part of a community by coming up with events that enable students to socialise, experience the city, and grow. Therefore, SOFASoS’s only goal is to enrich the student experience at FASoS and give them a home away from home.
If you want to check out our content, head on over to our Instagram or LinkedIn!
Email: president@sofasos.org
Phone: +31 6 34261680
Office Location:
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Grote Gracht 80-82 6211SZ Maastricht
FASoS bike shed
Feel free to email or text us to get involved, register, ask questions, or get more information on any of our upcoming events or services.
You can already sign up via our website! By becoming a member, you will also contribute to combating the climate crisis since, in collaboration with ‘One Tree Planted’, SOFASoS plants a tree for every member signed up.
Student representatives
So, who are the Student Representatives? We are a team of 30 BA and MA students that are here to be your voice at FASoS. From Programme Committees and the Faculty Council to yearly events and facility projects, the Student Representatives are here to make your experience at FASoS as nice as possible. Where do we represent you?
Faculty Council
Once elected to the position of Faculty Council member by fellow students, Faculty Council members work hard to ensure (along with the student advisor to the Board) that the students’ voice is heard when making key decisions about Faculty policy. Along with the staff’s co-chair, they are allowed to set part of the agenda of Faculty Council meetings. Officially they have the right to consent and advice on Faculty decisions. Faculty Council members maintain close contact with the students and the rest of the Student Representatives to decide whether a Faculty decision should be approved or not. Furthermore, they scrutinize the decision-making process during the Council meetings, and submit proposals that can improve the quality of student life.
Programme Committees
All BA and MA programmes at FASoS have their own (cluster of) Programme Committees. Programme Committee are each appointed bodies, made up of students and staff, which work to improve the content and structure of the study programs they respectively represent. Student members are expected to set forth the perspective of their fellow students during regular committee meetings which cover such matters as the evaluation of courses, the planning of curricula, possible changes to the Education and Examination Regulations, and any other pertinent issues which arise during the course of the year. These meetings are collegial, with students and staff working together to find common solutions.
OMT – Education Management Team
The OMT’s mandate is to discuss and find solutions to Faculty-wide Bachelor-level problems concerning the organization and level of education. It consists of the Associate Dean of Education, the Directors of Studies of European Studies, Digital Society, and Arts & Culture, a secretary and three Student Representatives. In addition to this, relevant employees from the Faculty are invited to individual meetings to give their input concerning their field of interest. As opposed to the Program Committee, the OMT is responsible for overarching issues such as entrance requirements, the overall continuity of the study programs, and structural problems in the Faculty. The OMT is a working group that seeks to find solutions through the sharing of ideas and perspectives.
The Student Advisor to the Faculty Board
The student advisor to the Faculty Board takes part in the biweekly meetings of the Faculty Board (FB), the highest ranking decision-making body in the Faculty, which is composed of the Dean and two Associate Deans. The administrative director of the Faculty and the deputy secretary to the Board are also present during the meeting in an advisory capacity. The FB oversees the management of the Faculty and takes the most important decisions with regard to education, research and budget allocations.
While the student advisor is not formally part of the Board and has therefore no voting rights, they have a strong influence on the decisions taken by the FB. This is mainly because most decisions are made by consensus, and formal votes are a rare exception. The student advisor represents all BA and MA students in the Faculty and they are hence well acquainted with all the programs offered at the Faculty. The student advisor is crucial in ensuring that the Board is aware of the position of the student members of the FC and it takes it into due account.
Library Committee
The Library Committee is the responsible body for the collection of literature of the Faculty. The main concern of the Student Representative in such Committee is to make sure that all the right literature is available in the ICL. Moreover, the student is asked to give their opinion on budget, allocation and other logistic issues. The Committee meets few times per academic year, and different issues are discussed (e.g. subscriptions, Open Access, collection of books). The Student Representative should therefore try to accomplish that as much literature as possible is available online and easily accessible, while trying to improve the learning spaces and the LibSearch System.
Complaints Committee
As a member of the Complaints Committee of FASoS it is the student’s responsibility to participate in the examination and assessment of the complaints that have been filed against FASoS. Prior to the meetings between the complaining party and the Complaints Committee, the Student Representative needs to know the case and examine the material that has been provided by the complainant to assess the case. It is important the the student speaks up during the discussion, since he/she is the only student in the room and can provide the faculty staff with a different perspective on the issue discussed.
Introduction week
During the Introduction Week, the Student Representatives are organising sessions that you can seperately register for as well through the links below the programme:
| Date & Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 27 August | ||
| 10.00 - 10.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| Thursday 29 August | ||
| 14.00 - 14.30 | UM’s labyrinth | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 15.00 - 15.30 | Campus Safety 101 | GG76S, 1.018 |
| 16.00 - 17.00 | Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability | GG76S, 1.018 |
UM’s labyrinth — How to find your way around main student platforms
To make it here, you’ve had to interact with at least multiple pages of our university website and application platform. But what if we tell you there’s more to navigate through? In your first semester, you’ll have to learn your way around UM’s student interfaces, especially Canvas and Student Portal. Let us give you a quick tour of these systems and discover together how to seamlessly manage your courses, prepare for tutorials, and access other important resources. Join us for this interactive session and step confidently into your student journey with UM!
Campus Safety 101 — Guide to Essential Resources & Support Services
Discover mental health support resources, FASoS emergency response protocol, reporting procedures, inclusive facilities such as prayer rooms and gender-neutral toilets, and tips for a soft landing in Maastricht. Join us to learn more about campus safety and well-being essentials!
Studying at FASoS with a Learning Disability
Are you someone who deals with a learning disability or just someone who'd like to know more about the topic? Come to this session, organised by your Student Representatives along with the Disability Support Office to ensure that you have all the tools you need to succeed at Maastricht University! Learn more about the procedure to make sure you get the accommodations you need, as well as what the Disability Support Office does! There will also be a Q&A session to make sure all your questions are answered.
ICT Services
Maastricht University offers a wide range of ICT facilities to students and staff:
- wireless internet
- a personal UM account with a virtual desktop environment
- advanced printing possibilities
- Use of Surfdrive to store and share your files
- free Office 365 education software and more
More information:
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FASoS Campus
FASoS Campus
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The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASoS) is housed in several historic buildings in the city centre of Maastricht. These structures and the artwork in and around them add to both the city’s and the university’s special atmosphere. The buildings, as well as the arts and cultural heritage, are definitely worth a closer look.
Use our interactive map to explore FASoS and Maastricht hotspots. See where students are taught, study and relax and get a taste of the city of Maastricht.
Disability access and support
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is housed in 5 buildings (Grote Gracht, Maastricht). All buildings are fairly accessible for people with a physical disability, although there are some exceptions. Details about accessibility for wheelchair users, including the location of disabled toilets and floor plans can be found in the detailed descriptions for each building.
Please check out our general information about disabled parking, public transport links to and from the faculty and what to do in the event of an evacuation.
If you are a UM student with a disability and/or chronic illness, such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, Crohn's disease, you can request the support and facilities that are necessary to accommodate your individual needs.
You can send an email to disability@maastrichtuniversity.nl or come by at our open office hours every working day between 11:00-13:00h at the student services center.
It is also possible to schedule an (online) meeting.
Information about other support services such as the UM psychologists, wellbeing movement and Career Services:
Yoga workshop
Join the YOGA session in the FASoS Garden during the Introduction week (optional).
FASoS offers free yoga sessions for FASoS students and you can already have a first experience during the introduction week on Monday 26 August from 17.00 - 18.00 and Wednesday 28 August from 17.00 - 18.00
Michelle Nijssen from Yoga pur Sang works with elements from Kundalini yoga, Hatha yoga and Taoism. You focus on getting body, mind and soul in sync. Michelle’s sessions are more an experience than an exercise.
You can bring your own yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.
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This competition is inspired by our International Case Competition (ICC@M) were 2nd and 3rd-year bachelor's students of our School compete with different business schools all over the world to deliver and pitch the best case.
The starting point of the BIZZ School - Case Competition is an actual business case developed by the university. Students of the 5th or 6th year from profiles E&M + N&G will be invited to work on this case in groups. The team from your school will be sent to the 'final battle' at the Maastricht University School of Business and Economics. (In case many students participate in the competition within your school, the team with the best case will proceed to the finals.)
Previous winners
Winner 2024 - Sophianum
Winner 2023 – ROERCollege
Winner 2022- Stella Maris College
Winner 2021 – Stella Maris College
Winner 2020 – Porta Mosana College
Programme (+ time commitment)
Three meetings at school ensure that students are prepared to develop a case study. After these meetings, the case study will be presented to a jury during the finals.
| Meeting 1 | Kick-off by the School of Business and Economics and the secondary school, presentation of the case and further explanation. |
| Meeting 2 | Working on the case at your own school supervised by students* from SBE. |
| Meeting 3 | Presentation of the results. In this meeting, the presentation techniques are refined under the supervision of the SBE. |
| Meeting 4 | Finals at the School of Business and Economics where students present their case to the jury, teachers and family. |
*SBE representatives and students organize the meetings in Dutch and/or English. However, English is the mandatory language for the presentations in the finals.
This competition is designed to push students beyond the classroom, allowing them to experience the real-world challenges of business problem-solving. It’s an opportunity to showcase their skills, compete with top talent, and earn recognition for their creativity and strategic thinking!
What’s in it for your pupils?
💡 Hands-on experience solving a real-world business case.
🏅 Certificate of Participation and Winners + prizes.
🌍 Networking opportunities with industry experts and top business academics
🚀 Develop critical leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork skills that will set them apart in their future careers!
Why Join?
🔥 Fun and engaging, pupils will work on dynamic, real-world business challenges.
🏆 Competitive edge—a fantastic resume booster for college applications.
🤝 Build connections with like-minded peers and academics
Register your secondary school for BIZZ 2025
Are you interested in entering the BIZZ competition with your secondary school next year? Send an email to our bachelor recruiter Julie Goodfellow. She will happily provide you with more information or the opportunity to join the next BIZZ competition.
PS. We have the ambition to turn this into an international case competition too. Therefore, don't hesitate if your school is not from the Maastricht region!