Curating Art and Cultures
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Arts & Humanities in Amsterdam, ranked #176 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- English tests
- IELTS 6.5 · TOEFL iBT 92
- Deadline
- 15 Mar 2027
- Apply via
- studielink
What it costs
Plan for a normal Amsterdam student life on top of any tuition fees.
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What you'll study
120 ECTS over 24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Curating Art and Cultures. Master in Arts & Humanities at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, NL. Taught in English and Dutch.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#176
- Times Higher Education 2025#136
- QS World 2025#221
- THE — Arts And Humanities 2026#101
Visa & life in the Netherlands
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a residence permit (VVR), arranged by the university on your behalf. EU students only need to register with the local municipality.
- Post-study work
- Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa — 12 months to find skilled work after graduation. No employer sponsorship needed during this period.
- Tuition
- Statutory fee around €2,500/yr for EU students; institutional fees for non-EU students typically range €14,000–26,000/yr depending on the field.
- Scholarships
- Holland Scholarship (€5,000), university-specific funds such as the Amsterdam Excellence and Justus & Louise van Effen scholarships, plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Worth comparing
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Common questions
Is Curating Art and Cultures at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English. Non-native speakers need IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 92 (minimum).
What is the acceptance rate at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in the Netherlands after graduating?
Yes. The Netherlands offers a one-year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) residence permit to graduates of Dutch universities, letting you live and work in the country while looking for a job — no sponsor required during that year.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 Mar 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
Is Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam good for Arts & Humanities?
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam ranks #101 in Arts And Humanities (THE 2026).
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