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Communication and Information Sciences - New Media Design

Tilburg University
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Tuition EUR 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Deadline Dec, 2026
Delivery On-campus
Location Tilburg, Netherlands
Language English

Program Overview

The Communication and Information Sciences - New Media Design at Tilburg University 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 Communication and Information Sciences - New Media Design 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 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Tilburg, Netherlands

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Communication and Information Sciences - New Media Design 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

Course Structure

  1. Human Media Interaction Theory - This course deals with the human factor in new media design and forms the theoretical basis for the program
  2. Interactive Storytelling - Teaches the latest trends in persuasion through narrative techniquesÂ
  3. User Experience Design - In this project based course, you learn to align design outcomes with your user’s needs
  4. Creativity and Innovation - In this course you will not only learn to generate new ideas, but also to create value with them
  5. Rapid Prototyping - Learn the methods that enable you to evaluate the success of your design, and learn to critically assess and improve these methods
  6. Usability and User Experience Evaluation - Gain experience in using state-of-the-art tools and technologies to measure usability and user experience

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • The academic background of the students in our Master\'s program varies a lot. You are certainly eligible to apply if you have a Bachelor\'s degree in a relevant discipline, such as general Communication Studies, Linguistics, or a modern language. However, students with a Bachelor\'s degree in a different subject area are also most welcome to apply.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,060 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Tilburg 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.

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline Dec, 2026
  • Start Date Jan, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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