Overview

History examines why the spatial environment looks and works in particular ways; heritage explores the value and meaning created around space in the present by diverse communities and understands creative approaches to the uses of the past. Thus, during this programme you will develop a multi-disciplinary analytical approach through the lenses of history and heritage.

The Architecture, Cities, Landscapes - History and Heritage programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on ongoing societal challenges as a point of departure, like climate change, diversity in cities, sustainable re-use of abandoned sites, decolonial perspectives, and landscape heritage and sustainability.

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After completing the MA in Architecture, Cities, and Landscapes, you will be part of a much-needed new generation who find jobs as scholars, policy makers, heritage (conservation) experts, and practitioners, who challenge conventions and are interested in creating an impact through research and practice.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Themes in Architecture, Cities, and Landscapes

(De)constructing Architectural & Town Planning Heritage

Challenges in the Living Environment

Research Seminar

Planning Heritage

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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92

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Architecture Area & Cultural Studies Urban Planning View 28 other Masters in Urban Planning in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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92

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Your previous education needs to be deemed equivalent to at least a Dutch academic Bachelor’s degree obtained at a research university (nominal duration 3 years).

The MA Architecture, Cities, Landscapes: History and Heritage is open to students who have completed a Bachelor’s degree in:

Archaeology;

Art History (with a specialization in Architectural History);

Ancient Studies (provided that 60 ECTS is spent on Archaeology);

Social Geography (with knowledge of Historical Geography);

History (with some specialization in environmental or city-country relations);

or Students who have completed a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following design disciplines:

Planning;

Architecture;

Landscape Architecture;

Town planning (preferably with a focus on the history of the built environment or the history of the discipline).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

24830 EUR / year

≈ 24830 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2694 EUR / year

≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands

1000 - 1500 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Credits

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Disciplines

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English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Amsterdam

Funding

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