Program Overview
The Scientific Illustration at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences is a MA programme in Humanities 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 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 Scientific Illustration 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
- Location: Heerlen, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Scientific Illustration 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
- Man
- Animal
- Human and Animal Surgery
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Previous education: bachelor degree.
- Additional requirements: you will have to display sufficient motivation and talent in drawing. Also a research attitude is required.
Admission procedure
As soon as we received your application form we will invite you for the admission procedure, which consists of the following steps:
1. A preselection based on a home assignment and your digital portfolio.
2. A motivation interview and evaluation of your portfolio.
3. A practical assignment.
When you pass the preselection (1) we will invite you for the entrance examination that will take place in Maastricht for a full day. During this day you will be tested on your suitability for the programme. You can show samples of your own work in a portfolio and discuss your work with the admission committee (2). The final part is a practical assignment set by the admission committee (3).
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
May, 2027
About Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Heerlen, Netherlands
Zuyd University of Applied Sciences(Dutch:Zuyd Hogeschool) is aUniversity of Applied Scienceswith campuses inHeerlen,SittardandMaastrichtin the southeasternNetherlands.
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
