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    Literary Studies

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    Leiden, NLMAIn-person1 year
    €22,300.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    60
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Literary Studies at Leiden University is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Leiden, NL. Tuition is €22,300.

    About the program

    One-year full-time master's programme offering specialisations in English, French, German, Italian literature and culture, or a comparative perspective on literature in society across Europe and beyond. Includes compulsory courses, electives, optional internship, and a master's thesis.

    Focus: both
    Times Higher Ed Arts and Humanities #18; #21 (prior year per program page)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min IELTS: 7.5 (a minimum score of 7.0 is required for each of the four components) or TOEFL: 113 with at least 5.0 (new 1-6 scale as of 21 January 2026) or 25 (old 0-30 scale) for each separate component (English Literature); IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 for each separate component score or TOEFL: 90 overall, with at least 4.0 (new) or 20 (old) for each separate component (other specialisations)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS: 7.5 (a minimum score of 7.0 is required for each of the four components) or TOEFL: 113 with at least 5.0 (new 1-6 scale as of 21 January 2026) or 25 (old 0-30 scale) for each separate component (English Literature); IELTS: 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 for each separate component score or TOEFL: 90 overall, with at least 4.0 (new) or 20 (old) for each separate component (other specialisations)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year orientation year permit (Netherlands)

    €14,294.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Literary Studies at Leiden University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Literary Studies at Leiden University is €22,300 across 60 required credits.
    Is Literary Studies at Leiden University online or in-person?
    Literary Studies at Leiden University is offered in-person.
    How long does Literary Studies at Leiden University take to complete?
    Literary Studies at Leiden University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Literary Studies at Leiden University?
    Post-completion work rights for Literary Studies at Leiden University: 1 year orientation year permit (Netherlands)