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Tuition EUR 10,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Deadline 2016-11-17
Delivery On-campus
Location Amsterdam, Netherlands
Language English

Program Overview

The Science Communication at University of Amsterdam is a MSc programme in Communications & Media 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 communications & media. 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 Science Communication 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 10,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Science Communication programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:

  1. Journalist
  2. PR Manager
  3. Content Strategist
  4. Media Producer
  5. Digital Marketing Manager
  6. Communications Officer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Studying abroad is discouraged.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Previous education: The Master\'s in Communication Science seeks students with a Bachelor\'s or equivalent degree in Communication Science. Ideally, applicants will also have sufficient knowledge of research methodology. You can find more information at gsc.uva.nl

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Grade average: Applicants of the Master\'s programmes are expected to have an overall grade point average (GPA) equivalent to at least:\n* B/3.0 (GPA US System)\n* a 2nd class honours / upper division British system\n* C (ECTS System)\n* 7,0 (Dutch EC-System)

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Additional language requirements:

  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
  • IELTS overall band: 6.5
  • TOEFL paper based: 580
  • TOEFL computer based: 240
  • TOEFL internet based: 92

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 10,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 10,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (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.

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline 2016-11-17
  • Start Date 2018-02-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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