Research Master in Communication, Cognition and Digital Culture
Tilburg, North Brabant, Netherlands•World Rank #1,085
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Offered by Tilburg University in Tilburg, Netherlands, Research Master in Communication, Cognition and Digital Culture 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.
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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed May 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
Become fully skilled to initiate and conduct your own high-quality research in the domain of communication sciences: an excellent preparation for a PhD or a career at a research agency. Specialize within one of the following domains: cognition and communication, business communication and persuasion, digital media and communication, online culture, or linguistic anthropology.
You will be optimally prepared for a PhD or a career in applied research with excellent supervision by academic tutors and experience what it is like to work as a researcher by conducting both quantitative and qualitative research. With a wide range of substantive electives and method subjects, you develop your unique research profile.
Scholarships
To support excellent students with potential academic talent who desire to pursue the Research Master in Communication, Cognition and Digital Culture, Tilburg University grants a limited amount of Tution waivers. Visit our website to find the latest information on the application process and deadlines on the scholarship.
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Frequently asked questions
Tilburg University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Humanities & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.
The programme runs for 2 years.
Tuition for international students is EUR 19,900 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).
The programme is taught in English.
The next intake is Feb 2027, starting February 1, 2027.
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