Program Overview
The Painting at Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 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 Painting 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Groningen, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Painting programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
After receiving your application, we will send you a confirmation with an application form and details of the documents we require from you.
There are three admission rounds for sending in application forms and documents to apply for the study year 2017-2018:
- round 1 > sending applications before February 14, 2017
- round 2 > sending applications; we prefer before April 04, 2017 (at the latest May 02, 2017).
- round 3 > sending applications; we prefer before June 06, 2017 (at the latest July 04, 2017).
Admissions procedure
Our admissions procedure consists of two rounds. Firstly, we will assess the documentation and completed application form that you have submitted together with your written motivation. After this, we will invite you for an interview of approximately half an hour, which is possibly followed by a second interview. If you live abroad and cannot come to Groningen for this procedure, we can conduct the interview by telephone or Skype.Admissions evaluation
During your admissions evaluation we will assess your theoretical skills as well as your ability to use knowledge to deepen and enrich yourself as an artist. Your work is discussed, as is your motivation, your bachelor thesis and the importance of the theoretical component of the programme. The admissions committee comprises theoretical and artistic professionals, including a practical and theory lecturer, a student and the head of the Frank Mohr Institute.Entry requirements
To be admitted you need a bachelor\'s degree in art (visual arts or design) or an equivalent previous education (for example, a university degree or diploma in a related area). In addition, you are expected to have good English language skills. You must be able to read specialist publications in English, follow instructions in English and express yourself well in English. To prove your competence, you have to submit an official international IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge ESOL test certificate.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen 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 Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen
Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
Hanze University of Applied Sciences is the largest University of Applied Sciences in the northern Netherlands and located in Groningen.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120