Overview

Programme overview

The research Master's programme in Historical, Literary and Cultural Studies underscores the theoretical and methodological aspects of the humanities in order to contribute to academic depth, interdisciplinarity and future flexibility that extends beyond a single field. It will prepare you to conduct original research in which you consider complex problems with a multidisciplinary outlook.

As a student you can choose from three specialisations. You can find more information about specialisations by visiting the specialisation page or the Radboud website.

Specialisations

Art and Visual Culture
Historical Studies
Literary Studies

Career prospects

This programme is primarily intended to prepare its students for an academic career, in particular as PhD researchers. About half of our graduates find such a position in the Netherlands or abroad.

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Programme Structure

Specialisations

Art and Visual Culture
Historical Studies
Literary Studies

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2021-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2021-07-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2022-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2022-04-01 00:00:00 , International

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Radboud University will consider EU/EEA applications until 1 July, but we may not be able to offer assistance with accommodation.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.

100

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7

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies History Literature View 34 other Masters in Literature in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.

100

IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).

7

Start practicing IELTS today!

Other requirements

General requirements

There are three Master’s specialisations that are part of the Research Master’s in Historical, Literary and Cultural Studies (Research). Each of these specialisations have their specific admission requirements regarding the Bachelor’s degree that will give admittance to each specialisation.

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak which has led to the temporary closure of test centres, Radboud University currently also accepts the iBT TOEFL Special Home Edition. For all other questions regarding the coronavirus please visit our FAQ.

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Tuition Fee

International

16000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the original amount of 16000 EUR per year and a duration of 24 months.
EU/EEA

2168 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the original amount of 2168 EUR per year and a duration of 24 months.

Funding

Radboud Scholarship Programme
The Orange Tulip Scholarship Programme
Holland Scholarship Programme
Fulbright-Radboud Scholarships
StuNed scholarship programme
Radboud University Medical Center Study Fund
Radboud Faculty of Arts Study Fund

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.