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International Communication

Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition EUR 13,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Degree Master
Duration 18 months
Deadline May, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Groningen, Netherlands
Language English

Program Overview

The International Communication at Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen is a Master programme in Communications & Media over 18 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 communications & media. 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 International Communication 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: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 13,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Groningen, Netherlands

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Communication programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:

  1. Journalist
  2. PR Manager
  3. Content Strategist
  4. Media Producer
  5. Digital Marketing Manager
  6. Communications Officer

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.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related fields: communication, humanities, social sciences, business, management, linguistics; Extensive work experience in related fields may also be considered.
  • A certificate of proof of a sufficient proficiency in the English language: either IELTS with an overall result of 6.5 and no subscores below 5.5 or TOEFL ibt total of 90 with minimum 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing. Your IELTS or TOEFL must not be older than two years.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 13,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 13,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 8,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen 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 Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen

Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen logo

Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen

Groningen, Netherlands

Hanze University of Applied Sciences is the largest University of Applied Sciences in the northern Netherlands and located in Groningen.

University Profile
  • Application Deadline May, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months