Program Overview
The Medieval and Renaissance Studies (Adv) at University of Leuven 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 Medieval and Renaissance Studies (Adv) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Belgium 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 7
- Tuition: EUR 1,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leuven, Belgium
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medieval and Renaissance Studies (Adv) 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
- ["general knowledge of the cultural history of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance (Master\'s level);", \'acquaintance with modern and old languages (an elementary knowledge of Latin is an asset);\', \'ability to read, speak and write effectively in English, as well as comprehend texts in French;\', \'basic knowledge of the methodology used in historical-philological research and/or in art history\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All applicants are requested to submit the following information:
- a detailed survey of previous studies, which shows that the candidate has a substantial academic background (on BA- or MA-level) in the field of study of the Middle Ages and/or the Renaissance.\xc2\xa0
- Proof of proficiency in English: either an IELTS score of at least 7, or a TOEFL score of at least 600 (paper-based test), 250 (computer-based test), or 100 (internet-based test). Applicants who hold a degree awarded by an English-speaking university from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom or the United States are exempt from this requirement.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,750 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 906 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Leuven 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 University of Leuven
University of Leuven
Leuven, Belgium
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months