Overview

About the Media Studies program of University of Amsterdam

The University of Amsterdam is home to five unique and innovative Master’s programmes in the field of Media Studies. From film and television studies to journalism, new media and digital culture, the programmes offer depth and diversity in their approach to the study of media, teaching you the most important dynamics of our media culture and how to conceptualise them in a critical and meaningful way. The Media Studies programme of the University of Amsterdam builds on pioneering research and train you to critically and effectively engage with the rapid transformation of contemporary media culture.

The University of Amsterdam offers you:

A world-class education in Media Studies ranked first in the world according to the QS World Rankings by Subject in 2018, 2019 and 2020.

Amsterdam is a vibrant and creative cultural hub with a pioneering media scene.

An international staff of world-renowned researchers and experts to guide you during your studies.

A research-oriented programme that offers you the opportunity to develop a study programme tailored to your own interests.

A vast network of media partners including, among others, the EYE Film Institute and the International Documentary Festival Amsterdam (IDFA)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Media Theory

Cultural and Social Data Analysis

Innovation in the Public Information Sector

Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Humanities

Digital Activism

Documentary Imagination

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Media Studies & Mass Media View 32 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

7.0 (Dutch educational system)
B/3.3 (American system)
2:1 (an upper second class degree in the British system)
C (ECTS-system)

English requirements

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100

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7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor's degree in the Humanities or Social Sciences from an accredited university, with a minimum of 60 ECTS credits

English language requirements

A GPA of at least 7.0 (Dutch educational system), B/3.3 (American system), 2:1 (an upper second class degree in the British system), C (ECTS-system)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25900 EUR / year

≈ 25900 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2695 EUR / year

≈ 2695 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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Overview

About the Media Studies program of University of Amsterdam

The University of Amsterdam offers you:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Amsterdam

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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