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MA/MS in Deafblindness

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands•World Rank #99

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MA/MS in Deafblindness is a master's degree in Humanities & Cultural Studies programme taught at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen in Groningen, Netherlands. The programme runs for 1 year. It carries 60.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 22,200 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students). The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

At a glance

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

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

Program details

Overview

Learn how to improve the lives of individuals with deafblindness or complex communication needs? Unravel their non-verbal communication? Analyse how dual sensory loss impacts development, daily functioning and daily life?
Whether your interest lies in pedagogical sciences, inclusive
and special needs education, orpursuing a PhD, this unique master's
programme could be what you are looking for!

The master's programme Deafblindness will enable you to
impact not only the professional and academic fields of
deafblindness and complex communication needs. You can also apply
the knowledge and skills gained in the field of sensory and
multiple disabilities.

The degree provides students with

  • a deep understanding of education, assessment, and intervention

approaches tailored to individuals with deafblindness or with
complex communication needs

  • practical, theoretical and methodological skills applied to

intervention, assessment and research

  • deep insight into non-verbal communication, atypical

communication, and alternative and augmentative communication
(e.g., tactile communication)

  • the proficiency to observe minuscule changes in behaviour and

to carry out microanalysis of interactions between communication
partners

  • knowledge of differences in vision, policies, and practices

across various educational, care, and societal contexts.Interested? Check out the
informat

Upcoming Intakes

Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline May 01, 2027
Sep 2028 · Starts Sep 01, 2028 · Deadline May 01, 2028

About Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1614
Students: 32,700
World rank: #99
Programs: 153
Location: Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Deafblindness 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 Deafblindness take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does MA/MS in Deafblindness cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 22,200 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is MA/MS in Deafblindness taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does MA/MS in Deafblindness start?

The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

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