Archival and Information Studies - Heritage Studies
University of AmsterdamProgram Overview
The Archival and Information Studies - Heritage Studies at University of Amsterdam is a MA programme in Computer Science & IT 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 computer science & it. 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 Archival and Information Studies - Heritage 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Archival and Information Studies - Heritage Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'The Information Society and its Infrastructures\', \'Information Analytics and Digital Humanities\', \'Archival Appraisal: Concepts and Practices\', \'Digital Memory and Sovereignty\', \'Advanced Theories Lab\', "Master\'s Thesis Workshop"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The Masters in Archival and Information Studies is open for application to all students with a Bachelors diploma from the UvA or from another accredited university, in:
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
Students who have obtained a university bachelors degree in another field of study, and/or students who have complete a Dutch HBO Bachelor, or equivalent, with applied emphasis in archival, information, documentation or library studies (eg. Former IDM or IDM/BDI) supplemented with a pre-Master\'s programme in Media and Information, can also apply. Their application will be assessed by the Examinations Board on a case by case basis.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — National 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 12 months
