Program Overview
The Heritage Studies - Curating Art and Cultures at University of Amsterdam is a MA programme in Arts & Design 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 arts & design. 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 Heritage Studies - Curating Art and Cultures 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 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 16,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Heritage Studies - Curating Art and Cultures programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Collecting, curating and display I/II
- Curatorial practices in the contemporary world I
- Curatorial practices in the contemporary world II
- Internship
- Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The Dual Master\xc2\x92s programme in Curating Art and Cultures is open for application to students with a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from the UvA, VU or an equivalent, recognised degree from another university in:
- Art History
- Cultural Studies
- History
- Media Studies
- Archaeology
- Anthropology
If you wish to apply for a Dual Master\'s in Curating Art and Cultures, you are expected to have an overall grade point average (GPA) of at least:
- 7.0 (Dutch educational system);
- B/3.3 (American system);
- 2.1 (an upper second class degree in the British system);
- C (ECTS-system).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 16,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 16,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of 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 University of Amsterdam
University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
University of Amsterdam is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months