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MA/MS in Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands•QS 2027 #157

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MA/MS in Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen in Groningen, Netherlands is a master's degree in Humanities & Cultural Studies programme. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 19,900 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students). The next intake is Feb 2027, starting February 1, 2027.

At a glance

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 19,900 / year
Next intake: Feb 2027 · Feb 01, 2027

Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed May 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

Are you interested in the history, literature or culture of classical, medieval or early modern civilizations? Do you aspire to a career in research? This Research Master's track is just what you are looking for.
This two-year Research Master's track focuses on Classical Antiquity, the Middle Ages and Early Modernity in Europe and the Middle East. The programme gives you the opportunity to specialize in your chosen area of research, as well as to explore the similarities and differences between the range of periods studied within the programme. You receive a thorough training in today's relevant research tools for studying the premodern world, including digital humanities.Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies offers a multidisciplinary and international environment. Depending on your background and research interests, you can choose to concentrate on one or more of the areas (History, Literature or Classics) within this interdisciplinary programme.You can design your own research profile to fit your interests. The programme provides specialist, tailor-made tutorials and courses on theory and method. You collaborate with our top researchers on their academic projects and can spend a study period abroad at one of our partner universities. To complete your studies you write an MA thesis on a subject of your own choice and specialization, which will give you a firm ba

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

Upcoming Intakes

Feb 2027 · Starts Feb 01, 2027 · Deadline Oct 15, 2026
Mar 2027 · Starts Mar 01, 2027 · local students
Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline May 01, 2027
Feb 2028 · Starts Feb 01, 2028 · Deadline Oct 15, 2027
Mar 2028 · Starts Mar 01, 2028 · local students
Sep 2028 · Starts Sep 01, 2028 · Deadline May 01, 2028

About Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1614
Students: 32,700
QS rank: #157
Programs: 153
Location: Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies award?

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen awards a Master's Degree in the field of Humanities & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does MA/MS in Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 19,900 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is MA/MS in Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does MA/MS in Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies start?

The next intake is Feb 2027, starting February 1, 2027.

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