Overview

The master combines an analysis of contemporary culture in the broadest sense and in different media with an understanding of policy and immerses you in the practice of cultural work via an internship.

You study the relationship between art, society and all the media and techniques that shape our culture today. You will focus on cultural phenomena (both art and popular culture) and investigate how they work in practice today. You acquire a broad, interdisciplinary perspective on culture with attention to both policy and topical national and international debates in various media and cultural practices. You also pay a lot of attention to the digital society and practical cultural competences.

The programme links theoretical reflection to practical competences, which you develop during an internship in the cultural sector and the elaboration of a group project. You learn to function within a group or larger organisation, to organize a project, to apply for funding and to present your work to your peers.

Career perspectives

Both hands-on and theoretically oriented, the Master of Cultural Studies offers career opportunities in fields including all levels of cultural policy-making and management in the public sector (local, regional, national, international) as well as the creative industries (music, television, print and online media).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cultural Studies: Capita Selecta

Cultural Policy

Methods of Cultural Studies

Pop Music

Photography and Visual Culture

Film and Literature

Online Publishing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2024-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

102

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies View 11 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in Belgium

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

102

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates should hold an academic Bachelor degree in one of the following fields: Arts, Literature, Cultural Studies or History.
Admission decisions will be based on the applicant's undergraduate diploma and on the other required documents. A thorough knowledge of various sectors of contemporary Western culture (literature, cultural theory and art history), as demonstrated by the Bachelor curriculum or relevant work experience, is required.

Tuition Fee

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International

3900 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3900 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.
EU/EEA

980 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 980 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Leuven

810 - 1280 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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