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    Cultural Leadership

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    Groningen, NLMAIn-person2 years
    €39,100.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Cultural Leadership at University of Groningen is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Groningen, NL. Tuition is €39,100.

    About the program

    Trains students to conduct academic research into processes of cultural leadership, addressing topics such as digitization and new media, ethnic and cultural diversity, changing audiences, economic circumstances, dwindling historical awareness, and democratic empowerment. Equips students with scholarly expertise, analytical and strategic skills to carry culture forward critically, sustainably, and creatively.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT 100 (with a minimum score for speaking and writing of 25 (each))
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS score of 7 (with a minimum of 6.5 on all items)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year orientation year permit (Netherlands)

    €12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Cultural Leadership at University of Groningen cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Cultural Leadership at University of Groningen is €39,100 across 120 required credits.
    Is Cultural Leadership at University of Groningen online or in-person?
    Cultural Leadership at University of Groningen is offered in-person.
    How long does Cultural Leadership at University of Groningen take to complete?
    Cultural Leadership at University of Groningen is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Cultural Leadership at University of Groningen?
    Post-completion work rights for Cultural Leadership at University of Groningen: 1 year orientation year permit (Netherlands)