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    Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA)

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    Leiden, NLMAIn-person2 years
    €44,600.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    48
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Leiden, NL. Tuition is €44,600.

    About the program

    Two-year interdisciplinary research programme that combines theoretically grounded approaches with period-specific training in arts, literature, and media across historical periods from medieval to contemporary. Students design personalised study paths, mixing courses from medieval/early modern and modern/contemporary lines, with components including theme courses, core courses, research school courses, case-based research, and a thesis.

    Focus: research
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL (internet-based): 100; with at least 5.0 (new 1-6 scale as of 21 January 2026) or 25 (old 0-30 scale) for each
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 7.0 (A minimum score of 7.0 is required for each of the four components.)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)

    €14,568.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University is €44,600 across 120 required credits.
    Is Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University online or in-person?
    Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University is offered in-person.
    How long does Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University take to complete?
    Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 7.5 average mark (Dutch grading system) for entire bachelor's programme and an 8 or higher for the bachelor's thesis
    How large is the Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University cohort?
    Arts, Literature and Media (research) (MA) at Leiden University typically enrolls around 48 students per cohort.