Humanities & Cultural Studies programs in Netherlands

Considering Netherlands? There are humanities & cultural studies programs to weigh up — compare fees, entry requirements and start dates before you apply.

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What degree levels can I study in Netherlands?

Programs in Netherlands are offered at these levels: Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in Netherlands?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Engineering & Technology each have their own browsable page for Netherlands. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in Netherlands?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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573 programs found

MA/MS in East Asian Studies

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen QS 2027 #157

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

rug.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 19,900 / year

Next intake: Feb 2027 · Feb 01, 2027

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BA/BS in Media and Culture

Universiteit van Amsterdam QS 2027 #60

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

uva.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 3 years

Credits: 180.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 17,500 / year

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Master Artistic Research

Royal Academy of Art

The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands

kabk.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 2 years

Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 11,488 / year

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MA/MS in Literary Studies: English Literature: Writing the 21st Century

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam QS 2027 #185 =

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

vu.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Language: English

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Program page

MA/MS in Philosophy of Mind and Psychology

Tilburg University QS 2027 #429

Tilburg, North Brabant, Netherlands

tilburguniversity.edu University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 19,900 / year

Next intake: Feb 2027 · Feb 01, 2027

Program page

BA/BS in Communication and Information Studies

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam QS 2027 #185 =

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

vu.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 3 years

Credits: 180.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Program page

MA/MS in Architecture, Cities, Landscapes: History and Heritage

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam QS 2027 #185 =

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

vu.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Program page

MA/MS in North American Studies

Universiteit Leiden QS 2027 #119 =

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

universiteitleiden.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 22,300 / year

Program page

MA/MS in Communication and Information Studies

Universiteit van Amsterdam QS 2027 #60

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

uva.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 2 years

Credits: 90.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,695 / year

International tuition: EUR 20,200 / year

Program page

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen QS 2027 #157

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

rug.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 19,900 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Program page

BA/BS in Product Design

ArtEZ University of the Arts

Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands

artez.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 4 years

Credits: 240.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Program page

MA/MS in Religion, Conflict and Globalization

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen QS 2027 #157

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

rug.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 19,900 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Program page

MA/MS in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology

Universiteit Utrecht QS 2027 #113 =

Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands

uu.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Program page

MA/MS in Philosophy: Philosophy of the Arts

Universiteit Leiden QS 2027 #119 =

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

universiteitleiden.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

Next intake: Feb 2027 · Feb 01, 2027

Program page

MA/MS in Talent Development and Creativity

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen QS 2027 #157

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands

rug.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 22,200 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

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MA/MS in Music Therapy

ArtEZ University of the Arts

Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands

artez.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 1 year

Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

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BA/BS in Moving Image

ArtEZ University of the Arts

Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands

artez.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 4 years

Credits: 240.0 (ECTS)

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Program page

MA/MS in History (Research): Colonial and Global History

Universiteit Leiden QS 2027 #119 =

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

universiteitleiden.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 2 years

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 22,300 / year

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MA/MS in Modern Languages: French Language and Linguistics

Universiteit Leiden QS 2027 #119 =

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

universiteitleiden.nl University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Duration: 11 months

Language: English

Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year

International tuition: EUR 22,300 / year

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Humanities & Cultural Studies programs in Netherlands

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Netherlands?

Which fields of study can I browse in Netherlands?

How much does it cost to study in Netherlands?

How do I choose the right program?

MA/MS in East Asian Studies

BA/BS in Media and Culture

Master Artistic Research

MA/MS in Literary Studies: English Literature: Writing the 21st Century

MA/MS in Philosophy of Mind and Psychology

BA/BS in Communication and Information Studies

MA/MS in Architecture, Cities, Landscapes: History and Heritage

MA/MS in North American Studies

MA/MS in Communication and Information Studies

MA/MS in Cultural Anthropology: Sustainable Citizenship

MA/MS in Cities, Migration and Global Interdependence: Economic History

MA/MS in Classics and Ancient Civilizations (Research): Egyptology

Arts and Culture: Art and Performance Research Studies (research MA)

MA/MS in Theology & Religious Studies

MA/MS in Linguistics

BA/BS in Product Design

MA/MS in Religion, Conflict and Globalization

MA/MS in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology

MA/MS in Philosophy: Philosophy of the Arts

MA/MS in Talent Development and Creativity

MA/MS in Music Therapy

BA/BS in Moving Image

MA/MS in History (Research): Colonial and Global History

MA/MS in Modern Languages: French Language and Linguistics

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