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MA/MS in Curating Art and Cultures

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands•QS 2027 #185 =

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MA/MS in Curating Art and Cultures is a master's degree in Humanities & Cultural Studies programme offered by Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

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

Program details

Overview

Learn the academic and the practical skills to become a curator. Are you ready to investigate museum displays from multiple perspectives? Are you keen to intern at a museum, directly contributing to curating exhibitions yourself? And are you looking to become a curator of the future?

Interdisciplinary Master's programme

The Dual Master’s in Curating Art and Cultures is a unique, two-year programme offered jointly by VU Amsterdam, the University of Amsterdam (UvA), and leading museums and cultural institutions in the Netherlands. Taking place in both the lecture hall and the exhibition space, this interdisciplinary Master’s programme prepares you for a career as a professional curator by strengthening your disciplinary and theoretical foundations, and equipping you with the research skills and practical experience needed to achieve your ambitions.

Work as a curator-in-training

Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to work as a curator-in-training during a year-long internship at one of the programme’s partnering museums or cultural institutions. 

Requirements

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

Upcoming Intakes

Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline May 31, 2027 · local students
Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline Apr 01, 2027 · international students
Sep 2028 · Starts Sep 01, 2028 · Deadline May 31, 2028 · local students
Sep 2028 · Starts Sep 01, 2028 · Deadline Apr 01, 2028 · international students

About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

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Type: University
Control: Private
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1880
QS rank: #185 =
Programs: 178
Location: Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Curating Art and Cultures award?

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam awards a Master's Degree in the field of Humanities & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Curating Art and Cultures take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

What language is MA/MS in Curating Art and Cultures taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does MA/MS in Curating Art and Cultures start?

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

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