Program Overview
The Heritage Studies - Museum Studies at University of Amsterdam is a MA programme in Humanities over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Heritage Studies - Museum Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 16,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Heritage Studies - Museum Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Museum Studies: History, Theory & Sources
- Museums Concepts & Narratives
- Museums and the Mobility of Artefacts
- Internship Museum Studies
- Heritage Studies: Museum Studies
- Current Issues: Excursion Abroad - Museum Studies
- Thesis Museum Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The dual Master\'s programme in Museum Studies is open for application to students with a Bachelors degree from the UvA or an equivalent, recognised degree from another university, in:
- Humanities
- Archaeology
- Anthropology
Student profile
You will be considered for admission to the Masters programme if you have a Bachelors degree in one of the aforementioned fields of study and can demonstrate the following knowledge, insight and skills:
- Basic demonstrable academic knowledge in the field of art, culture and museum studies.
- Good research skills at Bachelors level. You are able to conduct research independently (i.e. collecting material, applying theory, and writing a thesis).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 16,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 16,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Amsterdam directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Amsterdam
University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
public university in Amsterdam, Netherlands
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 18 months
