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    Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture

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    Maastricht, NLMAIn-person1 year
    €21,500.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    20
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Maastricht, NL. Tuition is €21,500.

    About the program

    The program examines how digital media co-shape society, focusing on sociotechnical dynamics of digital cultures, ethics, and politics. It combines critical analysis with creative practices using digital tools and design thinking.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    May 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90 (iBT); non-native speakers must provide proof if degree not in English
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 (minimum 6.5 in writing)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year orientation year / search year visa (zoekjaar) for job search (Netherlands)

    €17,000.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht is €21,500 across 60 required credits.
    Is Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht online or in-person?
    Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht is offered in-person.
    How long does Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht take to complete?
    Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    How large is the Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht cohort?
    Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht typically enrolls around 20 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht?
    Post-completion work rights for Master Media Studies Specialisation Media Culture at Universiteit Maastricht: 1 year orientation year / search year visa (zoekjaar) for job search (Netherlands)