About this programme
With roots in philosophy, history and discourse analysis, the two-year Research Master's in Media Studies explores pertinent theoretical approaches to the study of media in contemporary culture.
What the whole degree costs
Not just tuition. Everything, for the full 2 years. Living in Amsterdam · EU vs non-EU, select your country of origin.
- Tuition, 2 yearsEU: €2,530/yr statutory · non-EU: €2,530/yr€5,060–5,060
- Student room, 24 monthsrooms from €650/mo · typically €925/mo, Amsterdam€22,200
- Living, 24 months€975/mo: food, transport, phone, books€23,400
- Visa & insurancenon-EU students only: +€45/mo insurance + €228 permit+€1,308
- Total, all-inliving in Amsterdam, EU vs non-EU. Choose above.€50,660–51,968
Rent source: uva.nl
Where it stands
Computed from SparkPath's verified records · 2 axes across the field, in-country.
Can I get in?
The published requirements, checked against the official programme page. Open the section that applies to you.
Academic requirements2 on record
Where you'd live
Median room rents by student area in Amsterdam. Sources: CBS / local city statistics.
rooms from €650/mo · typically €925/mo · Amsterdam
Everyday living around €975/mo (food, transport, phone, books).
Housing is scarce; start looking the day you're admitted, not the day you land.
The university
University of Amsterdam at a glance · Amsterdam, NL