Program Overview
The Social and Cultural Anthropology at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a MSc 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 Social and Cultural Anthropology 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 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social and Cultural Anthropology 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
- Our Masters programme begins with a two-month comprehensive theoretical orientation on Mobility, Diversity and Development.
- After two months, you choose one out of three MSc profiles:
- From September to December, parallel to our theoretical courses, we offer a module on field research. In this module, you will prepare a complete research proposal and are trained in ethnographic research skills.
- Our skills training involves a range of qualitative methods for general applicability in real world issues.
- Visual methods and ethnographic writing are part of our skills training.
- You will receive individual supervision throughout the 12 month period. Each member of our department is assigned a student right from the beginning of the Masters programme.
- From January to April, you will carry out field research. You are free to choose any topic or region as long as it speaks to the overarching themes, concepts and theories in our Masters program. Students can also join one of the many staff projects.
- From April to June, you will write your masters thesis. During the weekly Graduate Seminar and meetings with your individual supervisor, you will receive all the support you need to write the thesis.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Additional subject: You must have had qualitative social sciences research methodology.
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\nKnowledge minimum
\nLanguage test: IELTS 6.5\nTOEFL paper-based test: 580\nTOEFL computer-based test: 237\nTOEFL Internet-based test: 92-93\n
\nPrevious education: You must hold an academic bachelor\'s degree in anthropology, or a closely related subject.
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\nAdditional language requirements:
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- TOEFL paper based: 580
- TOEFL computer based: 237
- TOEFL internet based: 92
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Vrije Universiteit 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 Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
