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    Cultural Studies

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    Leuven, BEMAIn-person1 year
    €5,613.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    60
    Credits
    €90.00
    App fee

    Cultural Studies at KU Leuven is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Leuven, BE. Tuition is €5,613.

    About the program

    The program analyzes contemporary culture across media, policy, and practice through theoretical reflection, internships, and group projects. It offers tracks in creative practices focusing on art and creative industries, and cultural memory and identity examining cultural past and identity forms.

    Focus: both
    Times Higher Education Arts and Humanities 2026: 20th

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
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    Min TOEFL score of at least 102
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic score of at least 7.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months search year/orientation year (Belgium)

    €5,600.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Cultural Studies at KU Leuven cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Cultural Studies at KU Leuven is €5,613 across 60 required credits.
    Is Cultural Studies at KU Leuven online or in-person?
    Cultural Studies at KU Leuven is offered in-person.
    How long does Cultural Studies at KU Leuven take to complete?
    Cultural Studies at KU Leuven is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Cultural Studies at KU Leuven?
    Post-completion work rights for Cultural Studies at KU Leuven: 12 months search year/orientation year (Belgium)