Master
Archaeology and Heritage (research)
★ StudyPath verdict
7.5/10
Best for students interested in a solid Dutch-taught programme with good practical focus; limited English info may require additional research.
Tuition · Intl
↗€20,200
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Mar 26
Language
English
IELTS 7+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2021
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗32
DUO ↑7% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗22:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
7
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
131 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗4.4/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗97%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€2,640
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 26 Jun 2026
About this program
The innovative two-year Research Master's in Archaeology and Heritage explores the ways in which we deal with tangible and intangible remnants of the past, and how we construct history in the present. The programme trains you to think critically about how human societies have dealt with the past in pre-modern times, as well as the diverse and conflicting ways in which the past is interpreted and put to use in the world today. Whether you choose to specialise in Heritage and Memory Studies, or in Archaeology, this innovative programme offers a unique combination of scientific traditions, and will give you a strong theoretical foundation in the fields of Heritage Studies, Memory Studies, and Archaeology, and their intersections.
ACASA: Archaeology in Amsterdam
The Research Master's in Archaeology and Heritage offered by the Amsterdam Centre for Ancient Studies and Archaeology (ACASA), a joint venture of the University of Amsterdam and the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. ACASA enables you to benefit from the expertise of two universities, and allows you to choose from a wide range of courses, interest fields and specialisations.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ArtsField area: Language & CultureSector: Kunst en CultuurCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
About University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632, is one of Europe's largest research universities with over 35,000 students. Located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, it's renowned for social sciences, humanities, and business programs. Ranked #53 worldwide and known for its progressive academic culture.
Living in Amsterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€700/mo
Monthly total
€1,000–€2,000
Cost of living
High
Population
873k
Bustling, international, and culturally rich. Amsterdam balances historic charm with modern innovation. The city is bike-friendly, walkable, and offers endless opportunities for exploration and networking.
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Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
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Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Very good job-market outlookfield: archeologie
Median starting salary (field)€2,640/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating97%
Working in their own field59%
Permanent contract26%
Satisfied with their job3.4/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Sociologen, antropologen e.d.36%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Women among first-years80%
Say workload is “just right”71%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4.4/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 7 respondents
Content & set-up4.3
Teachers4.1
Involvement & contact4
Study guidance3.8
Testing & assessment3.9
Career preparation3.8
Teachers' English4.7
Would choose again4.3
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-03-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-03-01
Upcoming open days
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS: 7
- TOEFL iBT: 100
Scholarships
Letje Lips Amsterdam Merit ScholarshipFor a talented Graduate School of Humanities student from outside the EU/EEA; deadline 15 January.
Horizon FundGrant for Master's students already studying at the Graduate School of Humanities to finance academic travel abroad.
Internships
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