Program Overview
The Prehistory of Europe at Leiden University is a MA programme in Humanities 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 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 Prehistory of Europe 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
- Tuition: EUR 16,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Prehistory of Europe 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
- Gain in-depth knowledge about the archaeology of prehistoric farming communities.
- Learn about the ways in which people constructed their living environment in relation to other communities, their ancestors, the supernatural and the physical landscape.
- Explore issues such as ancestral landscapes, burial analysis, exchange, world systems and the biography of landscapes.
- Get challenged to develop your own informed opinion on these topics by writing papers, participating in discussions, and conducting research.
- Engage in a period of fieldwork related to one of our research projects. Alternatively, you may also choose to work as an intern in a museum or an institution. This will provide you with valuable hands-on experience and will expand your network.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- BA degree (or equivalent) in Archaeology or relevant discipline. Additional specific requirements may apply per specialisation area.
- Students with an average overall grade of 6,0 or lower (Dutch grading system) will not be accepted. In some cases a pre-master will be recommended.
- Students with an average overall grade between 6,0 and 6,5 and/or unconvincing letter of motivation (in terms of content or linguistics), and/or students with a study delay of more than one year may be invited for an interview, after which the Admission Committee will decide upon admission.
- Students with an average overall grade of 6,5 or higher will be admitted unconditionally.\xc2\xa0
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 16,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 16,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Leiden 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 Leiden University
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
Leiden University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-15
- Language English
- Duration 12 months