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Communication and Information Studies: Discourse and Communication Studies

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Tuition EUR 10,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Deadline 2004-04-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Amsterdam, Netherlands
Language English

Program Overview

The Communication and Information Studies: Discourse and Communication 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 Communication and Information Studies: Discourse and Communication 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: EUR 10,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Communication and Information Studies: Discourse and Communication Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:

  1. Software Engineer / Developer
  2. Data Scientist
  3. Machine Learning Engineer
  4. IT Project Manager
  5. Cybersecurity Analyst
  6. Cloud Solutions Architect

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.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Grade average: Grade average:\nIf you wish to complete a Master\'s or Professional Master\'s programme successfully we recommend that you have an overall grade point average (GPA) of\n- B/3.0 (American system),\n- 2.1 (an upper second class degree in the British system),\n- C (ECTS-system), or 7.0 (Dutch system).

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Language test: IELTS: average score 7\nTOEFL: score 100\nCambridge Advanced English: score A2\nCambridge Proficiency in English: score B1\n

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Previous education: The Professional Master\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s in Discourse and Argumentation Studies is open to all students with a Bachelor\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s diploma from the UvA, or a recognised equivalent from another accredited university in:\n- Language and Communication;\n- Dutch Language and Culture (only if a student\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s Bachelor thesis focuses on Speech Communication);\n- Philosophy (only if a student has followed a Minor in Argumentation worth 30 ECTS credits).\nThe level of the Bachelor\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s diploma from a foreign higher education institution must be equal to three years of Dutch university education (to be judged by the Examinations Board).\nProspective students with Bachelor\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s degrees (university) other than those mentioned above can nonetheless apply for admission to the programme. The Examinations Board will in such cases take a look at the content of the prospective student\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s Bachelor programme, his/her study results and general motivation.

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Written request: Motivaition letter:\nState in about 300 words why you wish to attend this specific programme.\nIn addition:\nA sample of your best academic written work in English of ten to twenty pages maximum. This may be (an extract of) a paper or thesis written by you in English or an English summary of a paper/thesis written by you in another language.

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Additional language requirements:

  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: A2
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: B1
  • IELTS overall band: 7
  • IELTS listening: 7
  • IELTS reading: 7
  • IELTS writing: 7
  • IELTS speaking: 7
  • TOEFL internet based: 100

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 10,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 10,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 7

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 2004-04-18
  • Start Date 2018-09-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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