Program Overview
The Arts and Heritage - Policy at Maastricht University is a MA programme in Arts & Design taught in English, Dutch over 12 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 arts & design. 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 Arts and Heritage - Policy 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English, Dutch
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Maastricht, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Arts and Heritage - Policy programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Creative Cities
- Cultural Education
- Curatorship
- Archaeological Heritage: Interpretation and Presentation
- Collection Management and Conservation
- Visitor Research
- Cultural Entrepreneurship
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For the master\'s programme Arts and Heritage: Policy, Management and Education enrolment numbers are limited. Selection takes place on the basis of your quality and suitability. For this your motivation, prior qualifications and your (professional) experience are important.
All candidates should meet the general requirements:
- submit your curriculum vitae,
- write a letter of motivation,
- demonstrate proficiency in English.
You are eligible for admission if you have a bachelor\'s degree from a relevant academic field. Preferably history, history of art, archaeology or cultural studies. You should also have relevant working experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Maastricht University 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 Maastricht University
Maastricht University
Maastricht, Netherlands
Maastricht University(abbreviated asUM;Dutch:Universiteit Maastricht) is apublicresearch universityinMaastricht, Netherlands. Founded in 1976, it is the second youngest of the fourteenDutch universities.
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English, Dutch
- Duration 12 months
