Arts & Culture
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Deze opleiding
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locatieGroningen |
diplomaMA |
typeonderzoek, 120 EC |
start1 februari, 1 september |
taalvolledig English |
opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd |
accreditatiesNVAO |
croho-code60829 |
numerus fixusnee |
honoursheeft honours track |
In the two-year Research Master's degree in Arts and Culture, you can choose between two tracks.
The track in Arts, Media and Literary Studies offers you an advanced study of the arts. You will focus specifically on the role the arts play in processes of cultural change. Also, you will specialise in one of the involved art forms: literature, film, theatre, music or multimedia forms.
The new track Cultural Leadership aims to educate future leaders in the cultural domain, both national and international, enabling them to carry culture forward in a critical, sustainable, and creative manner.
Waarom aan de RUG?
- Intensive supervision by high-quality researchers in small groups
- A challenging multidisciplinary approach
The Master's track Cultural Leadership:
- prepares master students for a cultural field which quickly changes due to technological, pedagogical, political, and societal developments
- combines theoretical and object-oriented courses
- equips students with the knowledge and skills to develop an inspiring, responsible, and realistic vision on how we can carry culture into the future.
Studieprogramma

tracks
track Arts, Media and Literary Studies
How do literature, film and theatre reflect and influence society, now and in the past? What role do the arts play in processes of cultural change? Find out in this track.
The two-year Master's track in Arts, Media and Literary Studies is a specialization within the two Research Master's degrees in Literary Studies and in Arts and Culture.
The programme in Arts, Media and Literary Studies provides you with an advanced investigation of the arts. You will focus specifically on the role the arts play in processes of cultural change. Also, you will study arts and culture in general and specialize in one of these art forms: literature, film, theatre, music, and multimedia forms.
The track has a multi-disciplinary approach. You will study the arts from perspectives such as history, philosophy and sociology. In addition, the programme is closely related to the multidisciplinary research carried out at the Groningen Research Institute for the Study of Culture (ICOG).
track Cultural Leadership
Culture and heritage are the sinews of a society. In an era marked by rapid change and technologies that open up new possibilities, ambitious and critical cultural leaders are required to foster the cultural core of a sustainable society.
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
study guidance
honours-/excellence program Master's Honours Programme
The Master's Honours Programme was developed especially for students who want to get more from their studies.
It is a programme worth 15 ECTS that is followed in addition to the standard Master's programme. It is a one-year interdisciplinary programme that is designed to introduce students to various aspects of leadership.
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
aanmelding deadline : 15 oktober 2022
wettelijk tarief : € 2314 (€1157 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 13600
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 16000
aanmelding deadline : 15 oktober 2023
collegegeld nog niet bekend
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2023
wettelijk tarief : € 2314 (€1157 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 13600
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 16000
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2024
collegegeld nog niet bekend
toelatingseisen
vooropleiding
BA degree in:
- a modern European language and culture study (with a specialization in literature, film and culture)
- American Studies
- Art History
- Arts, Culture and Media
- Classical Studies (with a specialization in literature, film and culture)
- Middle Eastern Studies
- other related fields
cijferlijst
Excellent academic record.
taaltoets
Additional requirements English: A VWO diploma or a subject certificate for VWO English (mark 6 or higher), minimum requirement of TOEFL iBT 100 (with a minimum of 25 on writing skills), or IELTS 7 (with a minimum of 6.5 on all items). Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 185.
reference letter
Two letters of recommendation from relevant experts.
motivatiebrief
A letter outlining the prospective student's motivation for selecting the programme and Research Master's track, including their expectations and interests.
estimated monthly costs
bedrag | kostenpost | ||
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€ | 303 | kamerhuur in Groningenrond het landelijk gemiddelde | |
€ | 22 | internet+tv | |
€ | 152 | boodschappen/kostgeld | |
€ | 32 | telefoon | |
€ | 117 | verzekeringen | |
€ | 172 | collegegeldop basis van € 2060 per jaar | |
€ | 80 | studieboeken en -spullen | |
€ | 29 | drinken/snoep/snacks | |
€ | 77 | uiterlijkkleding, kapper, schoenen | |
€ | 30 | contributies/abonnementen | |
€ | 132 | vrije tijdstappen, uit eten, vakantie | |
€ | 42 | vervoernaast de OV-kaart | |
€ | 45 | overig | |
€ | 1171 | totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181 |
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Studenten en studentenleven
studentaantallen
22 | studenten volgen deze opleiding |
82% | daarvan is vrouw |
? | eerstejaars gestart in 2017 |
?% | daarvan is vrouw |
29331 | studenten aan de Rijksuniversiteit Groningen |
51% | daarvan is vrouw |
studievereniging
IK
IK is the study association of Arts, Culture and Media at the University of Groningen. IK organizes various study-related activities and aims to create an atmosphere in which students can study successfully. Activities organized by IK include an introduction camp, a careers week and a trip abroad.Meander
Meander is the study association of Arts and Architectural History at the University of Groningen. The aim of this study association is to unite its members and to offer additional activities in which both social and educational aspects play a role. The activities organized by Meander range from interesting lectures to excursions abroad.During these activities, the academic background of the lecturer is also being addressed in order to establish a link with the future career of students of Arts and Architectural History.
Synthesis
Synthesis is the new study association for all Research Master students from the Faculty of Arts. Synthesis is both a social network and a platform for the academic development of young scholars. Given our shared interest in academic research, Synthesis organizes a variety of seminars, lectures and workshops about academic skills or career strategy with interesting speakers from different fields.Synthesis also aims to create and maintain an active Research Master community by organizing social activities such as drinks, dinners and fun trips. Join our Facebook group for more information.
Op kamers in Groningen
55216 | studenten studerend |
31914 | studenten woonachtig |
€ 303 | gemiddelde kamerprijs |
kamer betaalbaarheid | |
21 m2 | gemiddelde kameroppervlak |
kamer beschikbaarheid |
aan het woord: studenten en docenten

Keuzehulp

Studievergelijker
Kunst- & cultuurwetenschappen
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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NAN% vrouw |
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Arts, Media and Literary Studies
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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NAN% vrouw |
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Cultural Leadership
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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NAN% vrouw |
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Cultures of Arts, Science and Technology (research)
€ 308 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Gender Studies (Research)
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
13 eerstejaars |
?% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Musicology
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
4 eerstejaars |
?% vrouw |
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Religious Studies
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
11 eerstejaars |
?% vrouw |
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Art History
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
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GEMMA Master degree in Women's and Gender studies
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
33 eerstejaars |
78% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Artistic Research
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
14 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Art Studies
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
14 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Cultural Analysis
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
14 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Arts of the Netherlands
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
14 eerstejaars |
71% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Feiten en / studie in cijfers
studentoordelen
deze opleiding | landelijk | |
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algemeen oordeel | 4.4 | 4.2 |
inhoud | 4.3 | 4.1 |
docenten | 4.7 | 4.2 |
studiefaciliteiten | 4.5 | 3.6 |
studielast | 4.1 | 3.7 |
studiebegeleiding | - | 3.8 |
In 2017 hebben meer dan 280.000 studenten hun oordeel gegeven over hun studie en instelling.
Arts & Culture aan de Rijksuniversiteit Groningen is beoordeeld door 5 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 4.4 uit 5.
Na de studie

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