Media Studies - Sociology of Culture
Erasmus University RotterdamProgram Overview
The Media Studies - Sociology of Culture at Erasmus University Rotterdam is a MSc programme in Social Sciences 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 social sciences. 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 Media Studies - Sociology of Culture 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 7
- Tuition: EUR 10,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Media Studies - Sociology of Culture programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
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
Grade average: You have an average grade in your previous studies of at least 7.5 according to the Dutch grading system
\nKnowledge minimum: You have basic knowledge of social scientific research methods
\nLanguage test: To be admitted, you must satisfy the following requirements:\n* TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a minimum overall score of\n100 in the internet based test,\n250 in the computer-based test or\n600 in the paper test.\n* IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum score of 7.0 ()\n* CAE (Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English): grade B\n* CPE (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English): grade A or B\nIf you have not yet taken any English test, we recommend that you take the IELTS or TOEFL.
\nPrevious education: You hold a university Bachelor\'s degree in the social sciences or the arts
\nWritten request
\nAdditional language requirements:
- IELTS overall band: 7
- TOEFL paper based: 600
- TOEFL computer based: 250
- TOEFL internet based: 100
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 10,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 10,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Erasmus University Rotterdam 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 Erasmus University Rotterdam
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Rotterdam, Netherlands
public research university in the Netherlands
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
